Trailborn Highlands

4.0 star property
Hotel in Highlands with spa services and a 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Pet-friendly
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Garden)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
96 Log Cabin Lane, Highlands, NC, 28741

What's nearby

  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Highlands Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Dry Falls - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Dog Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Edwards Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Trailborn Highlands

Upscale hotel, remodeled in 2024
Take advantage of a terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe at Trailborn Highlands. The on-site restaurant, Highland Supper Club, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, a vending machine, and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 63 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like sound-insulated walls and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Highland Supper Club

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Highlands Inn Lodge
Inn Lodge
Highlands Hampton Inn
Highlands Inn Lodge
Trailborn Highlands Hotel
Trailborn Highlands Highlands
Trailborn Highlands Hotel Highlands

Frequently asked questions

Is Trailborn Highlands pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Trailborn Highlands?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Trailborn Highlands on Jul 14, 2025 start from $185.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Trailborn Highlands?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Trailborn Highlands?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Trailborn Highlands?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Trailborn Highlands located?

Situated in Highlands, this hotel is steps from Nantahala National Forest and Cullasaja River Gorge. The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse are also within 10 minutes.

Trailborn Highlands Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

keefe

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a beautiful area. Close to dining areas with a restaurant on property but also near the village oh Highlands. Great room. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely decorated, friendly staff, convenient location to Main Street, continental breakfast offerings could be better but overall we had a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk into town but has privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Amenities
Great spot close to everything. Park car once and forget.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Very nice pet friendly property that we plan on returning to. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet Clean Close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and clean. Very few amenities and the attached restaurant only takes reservations (even for Sunday brunch)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice small hotel with a very relaxed environment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hila

GORGEOUS! Lovely property, fantastic staff, pristine rooms. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very excited to return here, my wife and I loved this property. The staff is very nice and everything is very clean. There is a great vibe here that we fell in love with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and comfortable stay. Highlands Supper Club was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly. Room was comfortable but we would have liked a chair to sit on as well as the wall bench provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in Highlands. Clean, quiet, easy walk to town. Atmosphere is nice. Rooms are perfect. Also meets our budgetary needs in a town where accommodations are ultimately unaffordable. We greatly appreciate Trailborn Inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient to town, clean and well maintained. The breakfast was adequate with fruit and homemade banana bread. The commone sitting area was large with a nice seating area and good lighting. The staff, however, was a mixed bag. The breakfast attendant and maintenance staff were excellent. The front desk attendant (female) had an attitude and was very unpleasant to multiple customers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed your back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YU LUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel that is nicely decorated with friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I definitely liked it, but it felt like a refurbished 2-star chain brand that they added some nicer features but kept the overall structure. Wouldn’t say it was worth over $300 a night for but I did go on a busy summer weekend night, so I’m sure that’s why the pricing was inflated. Overall a nice stay though!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Loved room and dinner at supper club-close to town was enjoyable for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025