Title: Visit Marion: Best of Marion Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Marion](https://expedia.ca/Marion-Hotels.d6058526.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Marion](https://expedia.ca/Marion-Vacation-Rentals.d6058526.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Marion Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Marion.d6058526.Car-Rental-Guide)[Marion Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Marion.d6058526.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Marion ## Travel Guide ![Turning in the Opposite direction of the nubble lighthouse you can watch the waves crashing on the beautiful rocks along the edge of the gulf of Maine. #GreatOutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058526/29500c52-a90b-4444-ab47-448103c13342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Turning in the Opposite direction of the nubble lighthouse you can watch the waves crashing on the beautiful rocks along the edge of the gulf of Maine. #GreatOutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058526/29500c52-a90b-4444-ab47-448103c13342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is a little church that sits in a curve on highway 80 going towards the Blue Ridge Parkway. I always take pictures of this church in the fall time with all the fall colors but this is the first time I've taken a picture in the spring.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058526/be7b43f6-15f5-443c-b17f-fea25230a89c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The lighthouse at Cape Elizabeth is one of the most photographed light houses in Maine. I use the wide-angle lens here in the shot.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058526/e1e62248-1aab-4bb3-b70b-faaa61a79c8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Following the northern route of Vermont Route 100 , I passed this lovely bridge with all of the fall colors and had to stop and take a photo.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058526/a0db2701-3dbb-4149-926a-36d64cf426df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Marion Things to do - Marion Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Marion ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42040000/42034900/42034851/5ad279d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG 279 KADIRE DRIVE Marion NC CA $190 CA $216 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (276 reviews) Polite staff, clean environment and really hot water 😊 Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=42034851&PinnedHotelID=42034851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058526) ![Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/700/686/dd20f655_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC 4281 Highway 221 South Marion NC CA $97 CA $110 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.2/10 Good! (273 reviews) The room was clean and neat. It had the most comfortable bed! Only one problem, the curtain left a gap on one side. Anyone could look straight in and see the whole room because of a strategically placed wall mirror. That issue was easily corrected by tucking the curtain in the door before closing ... Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=686&PinnedHotelID=686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058526) ![Hampton Inn Marion](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328200/328166/83e534e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn Marion 3560 U.S. 221 South Marion NC Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $161 CA $181 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions McDowell ... 9/10 Wonderful! (864 reviews) The room was spotless and we loved the little doggie bag they gave us with poop bags, a ball, and treats! Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=328166&PinnedHotelID=328166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058526) [See all 497 properties in Marion](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6058526) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Peacefull River Home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102670000/102660400/102660378/56c52a30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peacefull River Home Marion NC Stay at this vacation home in Marion. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Big Island and Marion Greenway Trailhead are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews) Host very responsive! Great views! Home was set up with everything we needed! Especially loved the back porch Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Marion-Hotels-Peacefull-River-Home.h102660378.Hotel-Information) ![Private Cabin, Mountain View, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Game Room, EV Charger](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568300/33568281/a269d349_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private Cabin, Mountain View, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Game Room, EV Charger Marion NC Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Marion. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions McDowell County Public Library and ... 10/10 Exceptional! (265 reviews) Excellent property! Very communicative owner , would visit again! Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Marion-Hotels-3-Levels.h33568281.Hotel-Information) ![Breathtaking views, hot tub, game rom, close to pkwy in Little Switzerland🇨🇭 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73460000/73453000/73452939/d4e50f10_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Breathtaking views, hot tub, game rom, close to pkwy in Little Switzerland🇨🇭 Little Switzerland NC Book a stay at this family-friendly chalet in Marion. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Museum of North Carolina Minerals ... 10/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews) My family spent Christmas 2025 here and thoroughly enjoyed it. We absolutely loved our stay here! The place was clean, peaceful, and incredibly comfortable, and the mountain views were just stunning. The hosts were wonderful — very responsive, thoughtful, and even put up Christmas decorations, which ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Marion hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6058526&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![It's amazing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657104/300838cb-4c48-4355-9b2e-670aa9ad7ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Linville Caverns Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Linville Caverns during your travels in Marion. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Linville-Caverns-Marion.d553248621532657104.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wiseman's View Scenic Overlook at Linville Gorge, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657182/54acf87d-7955-40ec-94d9-b9aea2898c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Linville Gorge Wilderness Area Explore the great outdoors at Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, a lovely green space in Marion. Discover the mountain views and breweries in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Linville-Gorge-Wilderness-Area-Marion.d553248621532657182.Vacation-Attraction) ![The McDowell County Courthouse in Welch, West Virginia. Detectives from the Baldwin-Felts agency assassinated Matewan Police Chief Sid Hatfield on the courthouse steps.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6335566/6fbf9401-6fc0-4828-9593-081b2ae18281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McDowell County Courthouse After visiting McDowell County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marion. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/McDowell-County-Courthouse-Marion.d6335566.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mission Hospital McDowell Though Mission Hospital McDowell might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Marion while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Mission-Hospital-McDowell-Marion.d624553540044697600.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine You can take time to visit Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine during your travels to Marion. Discover the mountain views and coffeehouses in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lucky-Strike-Gold-And-Gem-Mine-Marion.d553248621532657103.Vacation-Attraction) #### Buck Creek Trout Farm You can take time to visit Buck Creek Trout Farm during your travels to Marion. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. 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