The Skyline Lodge

2.0 star property

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Dinner and brunch served
Exterior
Exterior
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Dinner and brunch served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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470 Skyline Lodge Road, Highlands, NC, 28741
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Skyline Lodge

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and dry cleaning are onsite.
The Skyline Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Highlands hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Skyline Lodge, you'll be close to Bridal Veil Falls. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Oak Steakhouse at Skyline, a steakhouse with garden views
  • RV/bus/truck parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and a porter
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 7 minutes by car from Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Skyline Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Highlands hotel is smoke free.

Oak Steakhouse at Skyline - Overlooking the garden, this steakhouse serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oak Steakhouse at Skyline

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (1,000 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1929
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Skyline Highlands
Skyline Lodge Highlands
Skyline Lodge And Restaurant Hotel Highlands
Skyline Lodge
Skyline Lodge Restaurant
The Skyline Lodge Hotel
Skyline Lodge Restaurant
The Skyline Lodge Highlands
The Skyline Lodge Hotel Highlands

The Skyline Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 92 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa McCarthy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was perfect. The front desk staff was incredible! Would Love bathrobes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar on site was fantastic! Overall stay was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, cleanliness, charm, dining!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay and view was wonderful. Friendly staff and great location to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Situated in the hills and d see signed by one of Frank Lloyd Wright's students this is an ideal getaway for a weekend. The Oak restaurant is one of the best in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rooms with balcony and great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had an amazing stay at The Skyline Lodge. The staff was incredibly friendly & helpful, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and the overall environment offered so much time for genuine bonding and adventure. From the time we got there, the receptionist, Arri, went above and beyond to make sure we felt at home and were taken care of. This will be our go to spot anytime we go to The Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Dinner was amazing at Oak too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the chalet style, decor and in the conveniences and details for us the travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Maria Kyles

Could have been better, but I can’t complain. Nice spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice welcome by the front desk … room is lovely. Spacious, clean, wonder water pressure in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room with retro touches
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views were great Oak Steakhouse excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent natural surroundings and specifically great birding opportunities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location, great atmosphere & the Oaks is fantastic. Only complaint I have is the pillows are terrible. 😢
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet, very charming, friendly staff. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I thought things were fine, my wife didn't. The walls are thin, we could hear neighbors talking pretty easily in the room. My wife asked for tea and the desk lady told her she'd sell her a bag, they didn't put tea bags in the rooms until later in the season. The wood fire in the common area was nice. We didn't really use the balcony, it was OK I guess. There were odd noises during the night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very personal! Quiet and relaxing atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene, retreat like setting in the forest.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and Oak steakhouse, which is the best in the Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and loved Oak Steakhouse onsite. Rooms were very noisy though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect stay. Very relaxing. Above and beyond staff. Very hospitable. Love the MCM vibe of the entire property.
King guest room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just beware in the summer the sewage tanks are on the outside area by restaurant and you can smell them in the heat!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office staff was amazingly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property exceeded my expectations. My room was practically conjured up from my mountain getaway dreams, a rustic mid-century studio apartment perfectly appointed. The staff were incredibly warm and attentive, and I also enjoyed the cozy privacy I was after. Must give serious notes to the restaurant on-site, it is outrageously vibey and well-crafted in every way. I rarely write reviews and knew upon arrival that I would need to submit a rave approval.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025