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The Monte Vista Hotel

3.0 star property
Guests rave about the local flavors at Milton's Black Mountain restaurant and the helpful staff that make this hotel a perfect spot to unwind and play

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The Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain offers an arcade/game room and a library. Enjoy American cuisine at Milton's Black Mountain on-site, and relax in the garden with peaceful views. After exploring, unwind with a drink at the bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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  • 9 sq m
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1937 Queen Bed

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1937 Double Queen Room - Shared Bathroom

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1937 King Vista Suite

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About the area

Located in Black Mountain, The Monte Vista Hotel is in a walkable area with good shopping. Swannanoa Valley Museum and Arrowhead Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Black Mountain Golf Club and Pisgah Brewing Company. Black Mountain Center for the Arts and The Merry Wine Market are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Black Mountain travel guide
Map
308 West State St., Black Mountain, NC, 28711

What's nearby

  • Lake Tomahawk, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.
    Lake Tomahawk
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Merry Wine Market
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • White Horse Black Mountain
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    19 min walk
  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Wendy's
    17 min walk
  • Recess Coffee and Baked Goods
    6 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    18 min walk

About this property

The Monte Vista Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at The Monte Vista Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Monte Vista Hotel offer perks, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/bath combinations and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1937
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 4 January 2026 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monte Vista Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Monte Vista Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Monte Vista Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Monte Vista Hotel located?

Situated in Black Mountain, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Black Mountain Center for the Arts and Swannanoa Valley Museum. The Merry Wine Market and White Horse Black Mountain are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Monte Vista Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly people, great accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and extremely nice staff. Very comfortable place and warm atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful and the hotel is adorable and comfortable. Loved that is was walking distance to everything. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar/restaurant was closed for renovations but that was totally fine because so many awesome places to go that are walkable. Staff was so friendly and we felt well cared for. The fireplace and communal spots were a nice way to unwind and meet others that were traveling.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Clean quiet & conveinent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique historic site. Warm and authentic vibe. Friendlly staff. Look forward to returning when the on-site dining option is back up and running.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful historic hotel sits in the heart of Black Mountain. The staff is so kind and friendly. Love this little gem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant experience staying at the Monte Vista. The staff was friendly and helpful. The environment was clean and comfortable. Shops and dining was in walking distance. We plan on another visit in the very near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Great place to stay, charming and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great food and bar area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful inn and wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Visente M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff…she wore 3 hats…checked in, bar tender and technical assistant Location to downtown was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, the old building, staff were great and helped with any thing I wanted or wanted to know about the area. I have stayed there before and will again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good but no TV. That didn’t bother us. It is an old hotel so don’t expect modern stuff. It was clean, they were nice and it is in a great location. 4/5. We were satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean room. No TV but I was good with that. Front desk employees were great, very friendly and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really neat hotel with a lot of history. Great staff and super convenient to walk anywhere you would want to go
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great historic hotel

Great hotel with a lot of history in walking distance to all the attractions in Black Mountain.
At night
This hotel is rocking the porch
King Room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice a quiet stay. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

SOLANGE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean and well maintained for an old hotel. It was quiet, and close to the town- we walked to dinner and breakfast. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ladson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice grounds , but restaurant is under renovation … no tv, or updated usb ports in room… but quiet and nice …
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located, lovely downtown are.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean older hotel, a quick walk to downtown Black Mountain
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food is excellent and the staff are very thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Elaine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic inn. Quiet, walkable and beautiful grounds. Porch rockers for relaxing. Pleasant temperature on May 1, walked to restaurant downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025