Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Highlands
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Our guide on where to stay in Highlands

Find the best Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Highlands

When in Downtown Highlands, you can plan a visit to Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mirror Lake

While Mirror Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Country Club.

Highlands Hills

Though Highlands Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bridal Veil Falls and Cullasaja River Gorge.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Cullasaja River Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is AU$243 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$243
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
"Property was very clean and reasonably priced. Staff was extremely friendly, both in the checking area and the restaurant."

Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Highlander Mountain House
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is AU$319 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$319
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (305 reviews)
"Welcoming staff, clean room. Easy to walk the 5-8 min to shops/restaurants. Appreciated the recs from staff for various places and also enjoyed the live music at the hotel. Would easily stay here again."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

2 out of 5
470 Skyline Lodge Road Highlands NC
The price is AU$279 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$279
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Popular attractions Bridal Veil Falls and Cliffside ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"Stumbled on this place. Was an awesome experience"

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

The Skyline Lodge
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.
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Highlands Country Club and The Bascom Center for the ...
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
2 Living Areas + Fireplace: Mirror Lake Cottage!

2 Living Areas + Fireplace: Mirror Lake Cottage!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cottage in Highlands. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services and furnished lanais. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts ...
10/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Wonderful home"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

2 Living Areas + Fireplace: Mirror Lake Cottage!
HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

Highlands NC
Stay at this holiday home in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
"Great home with a great location. Convenient to Highlands and Cashiers. Weather was not great but that didn’t keep us from having a great time. Would definitely recommend this property for future visitors."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury
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.

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