Sylva Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Sylva

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
Very nice weekend stay, but ease up on the check-in policy will ya? We were exhausted from driving and just wanted to relax. We excitedly pulled into HIE at 3:15pm, only to be told they have a strict 4pm check-in, no exceptions. (The woman was not exactly rude, but as close as one could get.) I asked ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Economy Inn Sylva
Three stars does not mean it was a bad experience. The place is fine. Clean, close to town. But it is just not a top-notch hotel. It is basic. You are paying for a cheap hotel and a cheap hotel is what you get.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Balsam Mountain Inn
Classic old hotel
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Everyone is always so lovely and the units are spacious and comfortable. Amenities available are great and it is the perfect place for beginning young skiers. Got the granddaughter a private lesson and the instructor was spectacular.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Cozy Creek Cottages
Very friendly staff...super clean, quiet, and well equipped. I highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Nantahala Cabins
Great room. Great atmosphere. Clean room and hot tub. I had the perfect time and it was my birthday!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit

Waterrock Knob
Explore the great outdoors at Waterrock Knob and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.
Southwestern Community College
Walk around the campus at Southwestern Community College during your visit to Sylva. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Harris Regional Hospital
If Harris Regional Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Sylva.
Country Side Bowling Lanes
You can take time to visit Country Side Bowling Lanes during your travels to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Poteet Memorial Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Poteet Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this quaint area.
Jackson County Historic Courthouse
Find out about the history of Sylva when you take a trip to Jackson County Historic Courthouse. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

