Downtown Highlands Travel Guide

Highlands

A town nestled in a valley with a lake, surrounded by mountains.
A moss-covered stream flowing over rocks in a forest.
A forest stream with moss-covered rocks and flowing water.
A river flowing through a forest with rocks and trees.
A person with a ponytail looking at a mountainous landscape.

Stay near popular Downtown Highlands attractions

Highlands Playhouse

7.2/10 (10 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at Highlands Playhouse during your stay in Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
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Top hotels in Downtown Highlands

Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is ฿5,246 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿5,246
฿5,757 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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 ...
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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿7,028 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿7,028
฿7,713 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Dillard House

Dillard House

3 out of 5
768 Franklin Street Dillard GA
The price is ฿4,830 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿4,830
฿5,940 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Andy's Trout Farm and Osage Farm are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very good! (233 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Beautiful grounds"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Dillard House
Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin

2.5 out of 5
244 Cunningham Rd Franklin NC
The price is ฿5,015 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,015
฿5,654 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franklin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
"I was comfortable in every way. When I am happy with everything they provide and keep that warm and fuzzy feeling the entire stay I am happy to give it a 5 star rating It will be my go to place in that area in the future visits"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Franklin
Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

3.5 out of 5
70 Sapphire Valley Road Sapphire NC
Stay at this golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, hot springs on-site and a sauna. Popular attractions Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Sapphire National ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"Wasn’t sure what to expect but it turned out to be super nice place to stay. Was so quiet to sleep. Love having washer and dryer inside. Enjoyed playing putt putt and kids enjoy arcade. Would recommend and I’m planning already to come back next year to stay again."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

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Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

2 out of 5
13 Royalty Ln Dillard GA
The price is ฿2,118 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿2,118
฿2,793 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Location would have been great if Dillard hadn't cancelled their 4th of July celebration. There are water stains on the ceilings and smelled bad in our room. Beds were comfortable and clean. Parking was good and right by our room."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
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Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

Find the best Downtown Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and a clear sky.

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.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent cliff on the right.

Highlands Hills

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

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

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.

A calm river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense forest and houses on the opposite bank.

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.

Wildwood Mountain

Wildwood Mountain might not have many top sights, but Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Highlands Travel Guide