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3 Star Hotels in Sylva

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Sylva on Hotels.com. These Sylva 3 Star Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 16, 2026.

A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting.

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam

CNY569

CNY643 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A spacious living area with a round coffee table, beige armchairs, and a modern ceiling light.

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Cherokee

CNY627

CNY721 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden cabin with a porch, a small garden, and a view of a forested area.

A bar with multiple screens displaying sports events, a counter with bar tools, and several black bar stools.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area, and multiple TVs on the walls.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

3. Smoky Falls Lodge

Maggie Valley

CNY404

CNY448 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.

A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a beige sofa, and a painting of horses on the wall.

A sunlit living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a chair, large windows, and a view of a deck and outdoor area.

A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a window, and a door.

4. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley

CNY723

CNY1,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A stone chapel with a pointed roof and a large circular window.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a stone fireplace, and a view of a lake.

A table with breakfast items and a glass of orange juice on a balcony overlooking a lake with autumn trees and mountains in the distance.

A pathway alongside a lake with stone railings and pink roses.

5. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

Lake Junaluska

CNY911

CNY1,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.

A covered porch with white wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A two-story house with a covered porch and a brick column.

A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

6. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin

CNY770

CNY868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

7. Nantahala Village

Bryson City

CNY797

CNY949 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A cabin with a wooden deck, a covered outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, plaid curtains, a wooden ceiling fan, and a small chair with a fox design.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

A wooden dining table with chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a red door, and a window with a view of trees.

8. 'fox Den' w/ Hot Tub! 22 Mi to Cataloochee Skiing

Whittier

CNY763

CNY1,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious living area with a large island, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and built-in shelves.

A patio with outdoor seating and a view of a golf course.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and built-in shelves.

9. Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hazelwood

CNY929

CNY1,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious covered dining area with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and large windows.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden floors, and a chess table.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorations.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and two armchairs.

10. Grandview Lodge

Waynesville

CNY894

CNY992 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door.

A motel with a swimming pool, a covered parking area, and a view of a forested hillside.

A parking lot with a small building, a set of stairs, and a road leading to a mountain.

A reception area with a stone counter, a chair, a window with a view, and a framed map on the wall.

11. Scottish Inn

Maggie Valley

CNY469

CNY536 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A sign for Prospect Hill with a stone wall and a house in the background.

A two-story yellow house with a porch, a chimney, and a view of a forested hill.

A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and a blue leather armchair.

A dining room with a central table, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen through large windows.

12. Prospect Hill on Main

Downtown Waynesville

CNY1,302

CNY1,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a metal fence.

A rustic wooden building with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

13. McKinley Edwards Inn

Bryson City

CNY1,487

CNY1,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story white house with a front porch, a flag, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

A two-story white house with a porch, a flag, and a chimney.

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a fireplace.

A kitchen counter with various items including a coffee maker, a kettle, a fruit bowl, and several glasses.

14. Love Lane Bed & Breakfast

Waynesville

CNY1,178

CNY1,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a wooden deck.

Two elevated cabins with decks, surrounded by dense forest.

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lights, and large windows overlooking a green landscape.

15. Nantahala Outdoor Center

Bryson City

CNY536

CNY735 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A rustic interior with wooden beams, a bar area, and tables with chairs.

A building with a stone facade and a large entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A rustic lodge with a stone foundation, wooden deck, and large windows.

A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, large windows, a sofa, a chair, and a view of mountains.

16. Laurel Ridge Country Club

Waynesville

CNY904

CNY1,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A wooden interior with a fireplace, large windows, and outdoor deck.

A rustic wooden dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a forest view, and a fireplace.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, two wooden rocking chairs, and a large deer painting on the wall.

A lodge with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

17. Brook Trout Inn

Sapphire

CNY1,149

CNY1,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a comfortable seating area.

A wooden dining table with two red plates, surrounded by wooden chairs, set against a backdrop of wooden walls and large windows with a view of trees.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a forested area.

A wooden cabin interior with a wooden desk, office chair, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Cozy Couples Getaway w/ Hot Tub: 'fox Ridge Cabin'

Whittier

A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.

A tented accommodation with a bed, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

A cozy interior with a wooden bench, a small table with books, and a window with a view.

A small, single-room tent with a green roof and a wooden door, set on a gravel path with grass around.

19. Gorgeous Stays

Bryson City

CNY705

CNY1,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of mountains and trees.

A circular building with a wooden deck and a covered outdoor area, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

A kitchen with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel sink.

A cozy log cabin interior with a sofa, ottoman, and decorative wall art.

20. Sky Ridge Yurts

Bryson City

CNY822

CNY1,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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Top landmarks in Sylva

Waterrock Knob

8.4/10 (31 reviews)

You might want to head out to Waterrock Knob for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Sylva. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Poteet Memorial Park

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Poteet Memorial Park in the heart of Sylva. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you like Poteet Memorial Park, you'll love Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance and Oconaluftee Islands Park, both just a short drive away.

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Jackson County Historic Courthouse

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Jackson County Historic Courthouse— just one of the monuments in central Sylva. Sylva has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

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The American Museum of the House Cat

If visiting museums in Sylva are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at The American Museum of the House Cat. If you want to experience more of the culture Sylva has to offer, head to Tuckasegee River, Western Carolina University, and Southwestern Community College.

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Jackson County Green Energy Park

Jackson County Green Energy Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Sylva, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Jackson County Green Energy Park, you'll love Country Side Bowling Lanes, located nearby.

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