The Skyline Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel in Highlands with a restaurant and a bar

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BBQ/picnic area
Dinner and brunch served, garden views
Business center
Studio, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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470 Skyline Lodge Road, Highlands, NC, 28741
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dry Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Country Club
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Highlands

The Skyline Lodge places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. This 45-room hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bridal Veil Falls - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Dry Falls - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Highlands Country Club - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Whiteside Mountain - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bike Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Skyline Lodge

Hotel in Highlands with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Skyline Lodge enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a business center, a library, and express check-out.
50-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bidets. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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 center
  • Conference center (1,000 square feet 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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1929
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Skyline Lodge?

This hotel is located in Highlands, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Bridal Veil Falls and Highlands Country Club within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Skyline Lodge?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Skyline Lodge on Nov 11, 2025 start from $249.0, 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.

Is parking available on site at The Skyline Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Skyline Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, The Skyline Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Skyline Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Skyline Lodge?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a garden-view restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does The Skyline Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private spa tubs.

Does The Skyline Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Skyline Lodge serves brunch for a surcharge at Oak Steakhouse at Skyline.

Will The Skyline Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Skyline Lodge for a fee of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Skyline Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Skyline Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy park or valley views.

Does The Skyline Lodge host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Skyline Lodge if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.