Cullowhee, NC

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Where to stay in Cullowhee

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Summer Hill

When in Summer Hill, you can plan a visit to Lake Glenville and Old Edwards Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Summer Hill
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is SAR 282 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
SAR 282
SAR 455 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,034 reviews)
"Nice place! Wish we had more time. Will be staying again ."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,728 reviews)
"Great hotel. Area around it is transitioning. Nothing that impacted stay."

Reviewed on 21 July 2025

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel

2.5 out of 5
196 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,040 reviews)
"Clean quiet stay."

Reviewed on 21 July 2025

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace

Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace

Cullowhee
Stay at this cottage in Cullowhee. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Judaculla Rock and Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity ...
7.8/10 Good! (48 reviews)
Great Place
"Stayed here with a few friends and had a really good time. Every little necessity was already provided for us, all we needed were some groceries. Had one slight issue with the outdoor trash and some critters, but it was quickly taken care of by (I believe) the owner. Overall great experience and ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2025

Quiet dog-friendly riverfront house with large back deck, hot tub, fireplace
Cullowhee Getaway w/ Fireplace on Private Meadow

Cullowhee Getaway w/ Fireplace on Private Meadow

Cullowhee
Stay at this cottage in Cullowhee. Enjoy laundry facilities, furnished patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Lake Glenville and Ralph J. ...
Barn with lots of character
"Understanding I was staying at the barn to get away and focus on work, the area was beautiful. I enjoyed looking out of the large sliding glass doors to the stream and meadow beyond. Neighbors were a bit noisy but most people would not be working and staying at the barn all the time. The hosts were ..."

Reviewed on 21 July 2023

Cullowhee Getaway w/ Fireplace on Private Meadow
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
"The property was clean, safe and great for our family. Please note that the pool and other amenities are over a mile away in a different neighborhood."

Reviewed on 9 July 2025

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Cullowhee

3.7
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3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 67%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice quiet college town with awesome mountain views and a lot of outdoor activities close by. Also great little towns are nearby with quaint shopping and dining.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very few dining options. Cookout restaurant was our favorite pick!