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A wooden house with a deck and stairs leading to a platform, surrounded by dense greenery and a river.

A wooden deck with a staircase leading to a covered area, surrounded by lush greenery and a small stream.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

1. Rivers Edge

Cullowhee

LaVonda

€465

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A wooden deck with a railing, wooden chairs with cushions, and a view of a forested area.

A living room with two grey sofas, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a window with a view of trees.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

A rural landscape with a large tree, a fenced path, and solar panels.

2. Riverfront Cabin w/ Mtn Views in Tuckasegee!

Cullowhee

Bobbie

€390

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

A long, narrow hallway with large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a stone wall, a reception desk, and a patterned curtain.

A modern bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

3. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Sylva

Philip

€108

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

4. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Dillsboro

Cynthia

€98

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall mural of a sunset.

A modern hotel with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

A reception area with a large mural, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

5. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

Sylva

Roberto

€92

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A micro hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is by Wyndham.

A reception area with a reception desk, a large window with curtains, and a sign for 'MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM'.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

Sylva

Jaiveer

€90

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There's a dining table with chairs and a small ottoman.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

7. Hotel Sylva

Sylva

Gretchen

€116

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Sylva

Telissa

€104

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A window with a view of a tree and a pathway.

A train station with a covered waiting area and a small building in the background.

A small office space with a desk, chair, and a mounted television.

A sign for Economy Inn with a white car parked in front.

9. Economy Inn Sylva

Sylva

Laquan

€83

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam

Phillip

€78

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.

A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

11. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Cherokee

Steven

€82

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.

12. Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee

Martha

€73

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a television, a fireplace, and a coffee machine.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and wooden flooring.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a small TV on a counter. There are two bar stools and a plant on the counter.

13. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Whittier

Juanita

€57

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone facade, and landscaped garden.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A patio with a fire pit, wicker chairs, and a decorative planter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

14. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Waynesville

Sidney

€98

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

A parking lot with several cars, a motel with a red roof, and a gazebo.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Franklin

Tracy

€77

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A stone building with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Stonebrook Lodge with a large deer statue in front.

16. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Cherokee

Alice

€93

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and two lamps.

A lobby with a stone wall, beige sofas, and a reception desk.

A fitness center with treadmills, an elliptical, and a TV screen.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee

Carol

€66

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick facade.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Cherokee

Monica

€70

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

A building entrance with a registration sign, a lobby sign, and three rocking chairs lined up against a wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

A rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.

19. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee

John

€88

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the parking lot through the glass doors.

A motel with a covered parking area, multiple rooms, and a clear sky.

A building with a brick entrance and a parking lot.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Cherokee

Debra

€66

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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Where to stay in Cullowhee

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Summer Hill

Summer Hill

When in Summer Hill, you can plan a visit to Lake Glenville and Old Edwards Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A calm lake surrounded by dense forests during sunset.

Lake Glenville

8.8/10 (16 reviews)

Perched at 3,494 feet, Lake Glenville is the highest elevation lake east of the Mississippi River. Rent a pontoon boat to explore its pristine waters and discover three accessible waterfalls along its 26-mile shoreline.

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A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush green foliage.

High Falls Trail

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

This 150-foot waterfall transforms dramatically during dam releases into one of North Carolina's most powerful cascades. Hike the forest trail for spectacular views during high flows.

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Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

10.0/10 (5 reviews)

The Ramsey Centre at WCU hosts exciting Catamounts basketball games and various events. Experience the electric atmosphere of "The Lair" while enjoying collegiate sports or attending concerts and performances.

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Judaculla Rock

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Ancient Cherokee petroglyphs cover this sacred stone with over 1,500 mysterious designs. View the carvings from the boardwalk while learning about Judaculla, the legendary giant said to have left his handprint here.

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Arrowmont Stables

Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains on guided horseback rides through stunning vistas and peaceful creeks. Trails accommodate all skill levels, with morning rides offering the best wildlife viewing opportunities.

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Roy Taylor Forest

Roy Taylor Forest showcases the Great Smoky Mountains' healthiest hardwoods, transformed from logging site to biodiversity haven. Explore 28 miles of scenic OHV trails or hike to panoramic mountain overlooks.

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Hawkins Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hawkins Knob during your travels in Cullowhee. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Hickory Flat Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hickory Flat Knob during your travels in Cullowhee. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Learn more about Cullowhee

Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, this college town offers scenic hiking trails and outdoor adventures. Explore Western Carolina University's campus or take a refreshing dip in nearby Lake Glenville's crystal-clear waters.

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A snow-covered road winding through a forest at sunset.

Top Cullowhee Hotel Reviews

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful when we arrived. Hotel and room was very clean. Comfortable beds and clean bathroom. I loved how all the hallways were decorated!! Outdoor pool was a great option on the 90 degree day. Breakfast was very good too. We extremely enjoyed our 2-night stay. Travelers from Minnesota."

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

8/10 Good

"There was hair in the toilet and two spiders in the room, which suggested that the cleaning staff could have been more careful. Even so, I enjoyed my stay and would stay at this hotel again."

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is always our favorite hotel. We love the balcony that over looks the river. The rooms are comfortable. The beds are good. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel."

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent

"Great venue"

Newfound Lodge on the river

10/10 Excellent

"Nice quiet facilty"

Lloyd's On The River Country Inn By OYO

8/10 Good

"All was great! The staff was EXTREMELY helpful, would give 5 stars but the pool was t available to use."

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

8/10 Good

"Building was under renovation, so I can't blame the hotel for the conditions."

Cherokee Grand Hotel

8/10 Good

"Price was good"

Dillard House

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and friendly staff. Room was very clean. A bit dated but it was clean, very spacious, and had a beautiful and peaceful view from the balcony. Lighting in the parking lot and drive to the room was a bit dark."

More cheap stays in Cullowhee

Bay Mountain Inn

1455 Acquoni Road Cherokee NC

€62

per night

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

1223 Tsali Blvd Cherokee NC

€66

per night

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Cherokee Grand Hotel

196 Paint Town Rd Cherokee NC

€73

per night

30 Aug - 31 Aug

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,278 reviews)

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC

€88

per night

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

436 Paint Town Road Cherokee NC

€93

per night

30 Aug - 31 Aug

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,168 reviews)

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

248 WBI Drive Dillsboro NC

€98

per night

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,040 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Cullowhee?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination, located 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from the heart of Cullowhee, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee and Cherokee Grand Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cullowhee.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Cullowhee has to offer?

Springdale Resort: This holiday home rental outside of Cullowhee is located in the mountains, and has a private garden, 1 hot tub and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in Cullowhee.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cullowhee, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cullowhee.

What's the best hotel for a romantic getaway to Cullowhee?

Watch The Horses Mosey By While You Rock On The Porch is a favourite country house for couples, and features in-room fireplaces and free WiFi. See all romantic hotels in Cullowhee.

What's the best accommodation in Cullowhee to absorb the local history?

Based on our travel expertise, Watch The Horses Mosey By While You Rock On The Porch is a top country house for history seekers booking on Expedia and it features free Wi-Fi. Also, notable landmarks to visit include Judaculla Rock. See more options for historical stays in Cullowhee.

What are some hotels with pools in Cullowhee?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination: Hotel steps from Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Offers a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and 12 restaurants. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee and Cherokee Grand Hotel are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Cullowhee.

What is staying in Cullowhee like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Cullowhee has to offer, including the university setting, mountain views and football games. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its restaurants. A top sight in the area is Harrahs Cherokee Casino. In Cullowhee, there are 140 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Cullowhee.

What is there to see in Cullowhee?

Natural beauty is on display at Tuckasegee River, Lake Glenville and Nantahala National Forest. Additionally, you'll find Harrahs Cherokee Casino in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Cullowhee guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Cullowhee?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Cullowhee is 1553 mm.

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Our top choices for Cullowhee hotels

1. Rivers Edge

2. Riverfront Cabin w/ Mtn Views in Tuckasegee!

3. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

4. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

5. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

6. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

7. Hotel Sylva

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

9. Economy Inn Sylva

10. Balsam Mountain Inn

11. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

12. Cherokee Grand Hotel

13. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

14. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

15. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

16. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

19. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Where to stay in Cullowhee

Summer Hill

Stay near popular Cullowhee attractions

Lake Glenville

High Falls Trail

Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

Judaculla Rock

Arrowmont Stables

Roy Taylor Forest

Hawkins Knob

Hickory Flat Knob

Learn more about Cullowhee

Top Cullowhee Hotel Reviews

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Newfound Lodge on the river

Lloyd's On The River Country Inn By OYO

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Dillard House

More cheap stays in Cullowhee

Bay Mountain Inn

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

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