Murphy, NC

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Murphy
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Where to stay in Murphy

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Tarheel

5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tarheel and surrounding area, you can visit Hiwassee River and Murphy River Walk.

Tarheel
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Indian Rock Springs

You might make a stop by Nantahala National Forest while you're exploring Indian Rock Springs.

Indian Rock Springs
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Upper Peachtree

You might consider checking out Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel while you're exploring Upper Peachtree and the larger Murphy area.

Upper Peachtree
Harshaw Chapel and Cemetery is a historic Methodist chapel and cemetery at Church and Central Streets in Murphy, Cherokee County, North Carolina. The chapel was built about 1869, and is a vernacular Greek Revival style brick church. The surrounding Murphy Methodist Cemetery contains graves dated as early as about 1840.

Downtown Murphy

Downtown Murphy might not have many top sights, but Hiwassee River and Murphy River Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Murphy
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
3.5 out of 5
777 Casino Parkway, Murphy, NC
The price is SAR 177 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
SAR 177
SAR 338 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Murphy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Enjoyable!
"Relaxing getaway! Restaurants located in the hotel. You don't have to leave the property. Staff is friendly and willing to help. Looking forward to my next visit."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Murphy
Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel and Owl Creek ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Mountain getaway
"Great property! Very relaxing setting in back with the creek, wonderful time! Caught a small wild rainbow trout out back on Davis Creek. Great proximity to hiking and national Forest"

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
2 out of 5
754 Highway 64 West, Murphy, NC
The price is SAR 443 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
SAR 443
SAR 492 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Murphy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (663 reviews)
"Booked thru third party. Office smelled like smoke and we were immediately told when I presented my id..no.locals.We live 30 minutes past robbinsville therefore an hour plus away. .hhhhmmmm. They luckily made a concession. Seemed pretty clean in the room. Unfortunately...the sink didn't really drain ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
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.
Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Murphy
Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel and Owl Creek ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Mountain getaway
"Great property! Very relaxing setting in back with the creek, wonderful time! Caught a small wild rainbow trout out back on Davis Creek. Great proximity to hiking and national Forest"

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!
Mountain Abode Tiny House: Your Perfect Getaway Surrounded by Nature
Mountain Abode Tiny House: Your Perfect Getaway Surrounded by Nature
Murphy
Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hanging Dog Recreation Area and Hiwassee River ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Great Mountain Get-Away
"A little bit of everything to enjoy! We enjoy the outdoor ambiance of the firepit and the soaking tub!"

Reviewed on 26 April 2025

Mountain Abode Tiny House: Your Perfect Getaway Surrounded by Nature
LOG CABIN + MOUNTAIN VIEWS! HOT TUB, POOL & GAME TABLE, FIBER WIFI & DISCOUNTS!
LOG CABIN + MOUNTAIN VIEWS! HOT TUB, POOL & GAME TABLE, FIBER WIFI & DISCOUNTS!
Murphy
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Harrah's Cherokee Valley River ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
Gorgeous cabin and location
"The cabin was extremely comfortable and everything we had hoped for. Fantastic views of the back deck."

Reviewed on 23 April 2025

LOG CABIN + MOUNTAIN VIEWS! HOT TUB, POOL & GAME TABLE, FIBER WIFI & DISCOUNTS!
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 Murphy

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
83
5 - Excellent 45%
4 - Good
66
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
29
3 - Okay 16%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Limited dining

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Charming, clean, friendly small town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very convenient with lots of restaurants and shopping. Pretty scenic views as well! Plus the Cherokee Casino is just 5 miles away which was very nice as well.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was a fun an enjoyable stay

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Quaint little town, a little run down in areas, but the Main Street is fantastic - very much the small town with great buildings and great local shops.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love the mountain we are thinking of relocating to Murphy from Florida