A list by Anna Holt & Elli Nordin. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with hotels with great views in North Carolina, USA. Hotels with wonderful mountain views, sea views, city views, river views and rooftop views and properties with views over the Cape Fear Riverfront, North Toe River, Blue Ridge Mountains The Morning and Black Mountains. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Great views. Offering a barbecue and views of the Black Mountains, Mt Mitchell Cabin Rentals is situated in Busick in the North Carolina Region, 37 km from Asheville. Lake Lure is 38 km away. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. The pet-friendly accommodation is air conditioned and is equipped with a cable flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and/or balcony. All units feature a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher and oven. Every unit features a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Bed linen is provided. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for skiing. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing, horse riding and cycling. Black Mountain is 20 km from Tree House Cottage. Asheville Regional Airport is 48 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
Historic. Great views. Built in 1913, the historic Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and features free WiFi and The Morning Table in Blue Ridge restaurant, daily. Four restaurants are on site and historic Downtown Asheville is 3.7 km away. Furnished with solid oak pieces, the rooms at the Omni Grove Park Inn also offer a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and refrigerator. Club floor rooms include a spa-like walk-in hydro-shower and adult-only lounge access. The subterranean spa features mineral pools, sauna, and steam room for an additional fee. A sports complex and a Donald Ross-designed golf course are on site. Sunset Terrace serves classic steak and seafood cuisine. The Blue Ridge Dining Room has a southern style menu. EDISON, craft ales + kitchen, serves southern comfort food and local craft beer. VUE 1913 offers French fare. The Biltmore Estate is 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Guests will be 3.5 km from the University of North Carolina Asheville, 19.8 km from the North Carolina Arboretum, and 16 km from Blue Ridge Parkway.Show full description
Great views. Located in Lake Junaluska, North Carolina, this property features a seasonal outdoor pool. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi access. A flat-screen cable TV and hairdryer are included, and select rooms have lake views. Continental breakfast is available during select hours. A coffee machine is available in each room at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center. A tennis court and fitness centre are on site at Lake Junaluska Conference Center. Other offerings include meeting facilities, on-site shops, and vending machines. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including mini golf and fishing. The Great Smoky Mountains and scenic Blue Ridge Parkway are less than 12 minutes' drive away. Guests will also be 4 minutes’ drive from Lake Junaluska Golf Course.Show full description
Set in Aquone in the North Carolina region, stayNantahala - Smoky Mountain Cabins features accommodation with access to a hot tub. The property features mountain and river views. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with lake views and an outdoor dining area. The campground offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. The units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. The family-friendly restaurant at the campground serves American cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. Guests at stayNantahala - Smoky Mountain Cabins will be able to enjoy activities in and around Aquone, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of fishing. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 135 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Orchard Inn in Saluda provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar. Featuring mountain and garden views, this bed and breakfast also provides guests with free WiFi. There is a restaurant serving American cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Certain units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are fitted with desk and outdoor furniture. All units come with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer, while selected rooms have a fully equipped kitchen equipped with an oven. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Saluda, like cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 36 km from Orchard Inn.Show full description
This is likely the most RELAXING hotel with great views in North Carolina.
Delightful property. Great views. Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Oak Hill On Love Lane Bed and Breakfast Inn is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Waynesville, 38 km from Harrah's Casino. The property has garden views and is 47 km from Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and 50 km from Botanical Gardens at Asheville. The bed and breakfast offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and shower. A fireplace is offered in each unit. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this bed and breakfast offers ample opportunities to wind down. Museum of the Cherokee Indian is 41 km from the bed and breakfast, while Basilica of Saint Lawrence is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 57 km from Oak Hill On Love Lane Bed and Breakfast Inn.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL bed and breakfasts in North Carolina.
Very stylish. Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and views of mountain, Echo Mountain Inn is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Hendersonville, 42 km from Biltmore Estate. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bath and free toiletries, all units at the bed and breakfast have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms are fitted with a seating area. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. North Carolina Arboretum is 36 km from Echo Mountain Inn, while Jones Gap State Park is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Cool. Rooftop bar. Doubletree by Hilton is located 9.2 km from the Biltmore Estate and is 3 minutes' walk from Downtown Asheville shopping, dining, and entertainment. Free WiFi is offered at the hotel. Guests can also enjoy an expansive view of Blue Ridge Mountains with their meal. A 42-inch flat-screen cable TV, coffee machine, and desk are standard in each room at Doubletree by Hilton Asheville Downtown. The private bathroom is equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk are featured at the property. Montford Rooftop Bar serves premium cocktails and small plates with locally sourced ingredients. The Asheville Mall is 4.9 km away, and the nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, which is 16 minutes' drive away.Show full description
This hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a cool rooftop restaurant!
Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins is situated in Chimney Rock. This hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy mountain views. At the hotel, rooms have a balcony. Some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. At The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Chimney Rock, like fishing. Asheville is 32 km from The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins, while Lake Lure is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 26 km from the hotel.Show full description
Set within 26 km of Harrah's Casino and 29 km of Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Maggie Valley. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The holiday home provides guests with a patio, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. At the holiday home, the units have bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals will be able to enjoy activities in and around Maggie Valley, like hiking. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 67 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lovely property. Gorgeous surroundings. Located in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, this lodge features views of the North Toe River as well as 6 on-site ponds teeming with fish. Kayak, tube and canoe rentals are available at Springmaid Mountain. A microwave and refrigerator come standard in each accommodation at Springmaid Mountain while select cabins include fully equipped kitchens. Flat-screen satellite TVs are also available. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available at Springmaid Mountain lodge. Horseback riding and fishing are also possible. Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine is just 6 miles from this lodge. Guests will be 22.6 miles from Pisgah National Forest.Show full description
Beach front location. Lively. Located in Pine Knoll Shores, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi access. There is an on-site restaurant where guest can grab a bit to eat. The Cutty Sark Lounge offers handmade cocktails and panoramic ocean views. Convenient beach access is provided. Free parking is available Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A small refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. A 24-hour reception desk is available at the property. Fresh seafood is served daily at the Clamdigger Restaurant. North Carolina Aquarium is 5 minutes' drive from Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel. Fort Macon is 15.7 km from this hotel.Show full description
Trendy. Located on the Wilmington Boardwalk, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers panoramic views of the Cape Fear Riverfront. Guests can take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or work up a sweat in the on-site fitness centre. Rooms at the Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton feature views of the river or historic Wilmington. The property features 3 on-site dining options as well. Modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV and an alarm clock with a docking station are provided. Suites feature living areas with a sofa bed. Bathrooms at the property feature a granite vanity. The hotel offers free shuttle services to Wilmington International Airport. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton includes a 24-hour business centre and 20,000-square-feet of meeting space.. Guests can enjoy dining at any of the 3 on-site restaurants including Buffalo Bayou, Board and Barrel, and Ruth's Chris Steak House. In-room dining options are also available. USS North Carolina is 4.5 km from the hotel. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is within a 15 minutes' walk from the Bellamy Mansion.Show full description
Lively. Located in Chimney Rock, 1.9 km from Lake Lure Beach and 43 km from Biltmore Estate, Broad River Inn offers a bar and air conditioning. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and luggage storage space. All units are fitted with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms include a terrace and some have mountain views. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and minibar. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels. At the bed and breakfast, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and cocktails and serves pizza cuisine. Guests at Broad River Inn can enjoy mini-golf on-site, or hiking in the surroundings. Folk Art Center is 40 km from the accommodation, while Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 41 km from Broad River Inn.Show full description
Close to beach front. This Holiday Inn has views of the ocean and is less than 20 minutes from downtown Wilmington. It has 3 pools, 2 hot tubs, and 2 on-site restaurants and a bar. Every guest room here enjoys an ocean or harbor view; most have balconies and some have bunk beds to accommodate families better. Guests can enjoy southern cuisine and sea food at the on-site Oceans Restaurant. Holiday Inn Resort Wrightsville Beach-Wilmington has an on-site playground. A concierge staff is ready to help guests plan their visit. Rooms at Holiday Inn Resort Wilmington E-Wrightsville Beach are furnished with a microwave and a refrigerator. They include a 32-inch flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. The USS NC Battleship is almost 12 miles from the Wilmington – Wrightsville Beach Holiday Inn Resort. The Cape Fear Museum and the Cameron Art Museum are both 9 miles away. Discover Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, a reimagined resort that draws on the storied history of a beloved beach pavilion. Designed in a bygone era to showcase the marvel of electricity, the original Lumina shone so brightly that sailors navigated their ships by it – and generations of beach-lovers navigated their social lives around it. We recapture that spirit today in a resort space lit with camaraderie, beckoning visitors and locals alike with dazzling hospitality. Recreation opportunities abound, with three pools and direct beach access, a hammock garden, a beachfront fitness center, and a full slate of onsite activities and entertainment. The best food on the beach is right here, too, from fine cocktails and cuisine to bar bites and local brews at our three onsite dining options, Solstice Kitchen + Cocktails, Longboard Coffee + Market , and Surfside Beach Bar & Grille.Show full description
Cosy. Nice surroundings. Located 21 km from Harrah's Casino, McKinley Edwards Inn offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with inner courtyard views and an outdoor dining area. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, bath and shower. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The guest house serves a buffet and American breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. For guests with children, McKinley Edwards Inn offers outdoor play equipment. The accommodation features an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 113 km from McKinley Edwards Inn.Show full description
Creative. Located in Manteo, Roanoke Island Inn features accommodation with seating area. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The bed and breakfast provides certain units that include a patio and sea view, and every unit includes a private bathroom and a wardrobe. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a desk. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar and lounge. Sightseeing tours are available in the surroundings. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Roanoke Island Inn, while guests can also relax in the garden.Show full description
Charming. Set in Rutherfordton, Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. The property features garden and city views. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, each unit also comes with a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy tennis on-site, or go cycling or walking tours in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 80 km from Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most charming, creative and cosy bed and breakfasts in North Carolina! WOW!
Beach front location. Set in Wrightsville Beach, within 100 metres of Wrightsville Beach and 22 km of USS North Carolina, Sandpeddler Inn and Suites offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 17 km from Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts, 18 km from Thalian Hall and 32 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some boast sea views. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.3 km from Arlie Gardens. All guest rooms come with a fridge, microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Guests at Sandpeddler Inn and Suites will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wrightsville Beach, like cycling. The nearest airport is Wilmington International Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Beach front location. A panoramic view of Bogue Sound Waterway can be admired from this Morehead City hotel. It features an outdoor pool, a fitness room and free Wi-Fi in the whole property. A free hot breakfast is offered daily at Hampton Inn Morehead City, and breakfast bags can be requested if you are in a hurry. Several seafood restaurants and steakhouses are located within walking distance. A large work desk and a handy computer lap desk are standard in Morehead City Hampton Inn’s accommodations. The bathrooms include free toiletries, a hairdryer and a Waterpick showerhead. Beaufort-Morehead City Airport is a 15-minute drive from Hampton Inn Morehead City. North Carolina State University is about half a mile away.Show full description
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