West Asheville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
The Orange Peel
The Orange Peel is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance, a lovely green space in Asheville.
University of North Carolina at Asheville
Walk around the campus at University of North Carolina at Asheville during your stay in Asheville. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Biltmore Park Town Square
You can do some window-shopping at Biltmore Park Town Square during your visit to Asheville. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Asheville: Ultimate Late Night Haunted Pub Crawl
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Mini-Retreat
Top hotels in West Asheville
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
As I write this review, it keeps mentioning a "mountain view". I don't think the location warrants a mountain view, although it is a peaceful setting away from congestion. The entrance and common areas were well decorated with great ambiance. The room was a standard hotel room with all the necessities ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
Property was pet friendly and staff were kind and helpful. The breakfast area was a bit crowded on a weekend morning and the hot tub could use a good cleaning and repainting.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Comfort Suites Outlet Center
Check in was seamless, I booked the suite with the jetted tub. Upon entering the room ( 414 ) I noticed that it seemed old / not well maintenanced. The ceiling has water damage, the tub had rust & the sheets & pillows had stains on them as if their washer / dryers were old and didn’t work well. I ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District
The staff were just terrific. Our room was very clean, but a little run down—worn (but clean) carpet, a desk chair that looked like it had lost a battle with a mean dog. The breakfast was so-so (but that’s better than a lot of hotel breakfasts). The TV only gets cable, so don’t plan on using your ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Asheville
Clean room, exceptionally nice staff!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Biltmore West
mainly average.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Asheville
River Arts District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in River Arts District. You might want to make time for a stop at Grey Eagle or French Broad River.
West End - Clingman Avenue
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End - Clingman Avenue and surrounding area, you can visit Grey Eagle and Downtown Market Asheville.
South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market Asheville and The Orange Peel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Slope Brewing District
If you're spending some time in South Slope Brewing District, The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
