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A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, white chairs, and a central fire pit.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a balcony with a wooden railing.

A spacious room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a long bar area.

1. The Skyline Lodge

2.2 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

William

HK$1,977

HK$2,170 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

A swimming pool area with a fenced deck, picnic tables, and umbrellas.

A motel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a road in the background.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling fan, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a chair with a red cushion, and a painting on the wall.

2. Carolina Motel

16.2 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Ken

HK$698

HK$766 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wooden floor.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a stone-paved entrance, and a black door.

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.

A hotel room with a desk, a television displaying a news channel, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

3. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

17.5 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Lesley

HK$494

HK$612 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.

A Hampton Inn building with a stone facade and a covered entrance area.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a fireplace.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, a marble counter, framed photographs, a welcome sign, and a lamp.

4. Hampton Inn Franklin

16 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Shrinivas

HK$1,145

HK$1,290 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A forested area with a fire pit and wooden chairs.

A spacious living room with a large window, a stone fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A room with a desk, two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living area with a large window, a wooden dining table, and a cozy seating arrangement.

5. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4.1 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Katherine Brigitte

HK$1,326

HK$1,455 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

A lobby with a reception desk, blue seating, and a large glass door leading outside.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifebuoy against a blue wall.

6. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

17 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Tony

HK$422

HK$576 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a microwave, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk, a chair, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and various appliances.

7. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

16.7 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Beth

HK$530

HK$597 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and black leather furniture.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A log cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a fireplace.

A log cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees.

8. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

12.9 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Robert

HK$1,389

HK$1,616 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A covered porch with wicker furniture, large windows, and 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.

9. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

17.7 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Tim

HK$902

HK$1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel breakfast area with a refrigerator, fruit bowls, and a coffee station.

A casino bar with multiple screens, slot machines, and a curved counter.

10. Quality Inn Franklin

16 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Jennifer

HK$934

HK$1,053 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor deck with a view of mountains, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

A reception area with a wooden counter, three black bar stools, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

11. Hotel Cashiers

12.5 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Susan

HK$1,291

HK$1,459 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a bed, a small table, and a chair.

A bar area with stools, shelves with glassware, and baskets hanging from the ceiling.

12. Outpost Inn

4.1 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Erin

HK$1,824

HK$2,154 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A person holding a dog in a garden with various plants and a street lamp.

A white robe hanging on a hook, a wooden bench, and a wall-mounted device.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dark-colored bench, a patterned carpet, and a view of the outside through a glass door.

13. The Park On Main

Downtown Highlands, 4.3 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Morgan

HK$2,818

HK$3,093 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden deck with a camera on a tripod, overlooking a mountainous landscape with lush greenery.

A spacious indoor area with a stone fireplace, wooden bar, and seating arrangements.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a seating area with a table and bench, and a window offering a view of trees.

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, high ceilings, and large windows.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

17.4 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Chris

HK$987

HK$1,115 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, and a large window with curtains.

A building with a mural of a landscape featuring mountains, trees, and bears by a river.

A black entertainment unit with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a DVD player.

15. Colonial Inn Franklin

15.7 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Jill

HK$573

HK$629 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.

A dining area with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.

A stone fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, with a large stone building in the background.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

16. Dillard House

18.4 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Destiny

HK$1,264

HK$1,506 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A teal building with a sign reading "H.M.H." and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A rustic living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, a patterned sofa, and antler decorations.

A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, flanked by wooden chairs.

A bar area with wooden paneling, a counter with stools, and a view of the outdoors through windows.

17. Highlander Mountain House

Downtown Highlands, 4.4 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Chris

HK$1,530

HK$1,679 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

A gazebo with a red roof and beige walls, located in front of a building with a red roof and beige walls.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

18. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

17.2 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Amanda

HK$667

HK$752 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

A room with a bed, a chair, a window, and a ceiling fan.

19. Sapphire Inn

17.2 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Natasha

HK$620

HK$699 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

An outdoor pool area with a view of mountains, wooden deck, and seating.

A bedroom with a stone fireplace, a large bed, a chandelier, and a view of mountains.

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

A bar area with a neon sign reading 'White Horse Lounge,' a bar counter with glasses and bottles, and a scenic view of mountains through large windows.

20. Fire Mountain Estate & Club

12.2 km from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Tatiana

HK$6,709

HK$10,578 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Skyline Lodge	8.8 Excellent 128 reviews	View
Carolina Motel	9.4 Exceptional 701 reviews	View
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Franklin	9.0 Wonderful 512 reviews	View
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	9.2 Wonderful 365 reviews	View

Top Cliffside Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Skyline Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Always a pleasure staying here, nice rooms and a huge plus to have the Oak Restaurant on-site! A big shout out to the great bartenders! All the staff was amazing! I highly recommend this place, we will be back for our third time here!"

Red Top Treehouse Cabin in Mirror Lake and minutes to downtown-Dog Friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was beautifully decorated and the best supplied house we have ever rented. The location was close to downtown Highlands yet remote enough to feel cozy and private. Joanne and Mike were very responsive to our needs. Great place!"

Highlands-Designer Cottage-Amazing Outdoor Living Spaces-Fireplace-Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"This is a very comfortable and cozy cottage. It is not only in a great location close to town, but once inside you immediately feel the serenity and charm of the North Carolina Mountains like a warm hug.We have previously stayed at another property owned by the same couple and not sure how they do it but they have definitely figured out the “special sauce”. From the beautiful decorative touches to the ample amenities provided, this cabin makes you feel immediately welcome, at home and comfortably content during your stay. The outdoor spaces provide comfortable seating, a beautiful fireplace or on the front deck you can enjoy a meal allowing you to enjoy the serenity of the forest. A fantastic property in every way."

A Log Home Above the Lake | Hickory Hills Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Property was great! It is a beautifully appointed home. We hope to come back"

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

10/10 Excellent

"This was just what we were looking for- a cabin in the mountains!!!! It is a beautiful, rustic cabin that brought back many memories!! We enjoyed every minute!!! I wish we could have stayed longer. MA Duke"

A Private Dock. A Lake That Goes Quiet After Sunset | Sequoyah Lakeside Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely love this home! This is our second retreat to Sequoyah Lake Lodge and we plan to do it again next year. Our group (10 middle aged woman with deep friendships from church) has talked about going somewhere else, but we simply can't stand the thought of leaving this amazing home with such a beautiful view. The kitchen is fully stocked with every dish, pot and pan you need. We loved having the Keurig and regular coffee pot each morning for all the coffee lovers. The beds are comfortable and snuggly warm. It rained most of the weekend but the view out the living room window to the lake, kept us from feeling closed in. It was so beautiful to watch the rain over the lake, sitting beside a nice warm fire in the fireplace. We read books, put puzzles together and played games. The downstairs deck is covered so weren't prevented from sitting outside in the rain. Before the trip, I needed to call the Highlands Office to order firewood and ask a few questions. The office staff was incredibly helpful and responsive. They are absolutely wonderful! Everything about this home is special and stunning! We can't wait to visit again!"

Lake Views, a Pool Table, and a Porch Swing. The Perfect Mountain Trip | Lakeview Hideaway

10/10 Excellent

"Truly a fabulous home. Great location, a quick drive to downtown Highlands. Beds are comfortable, house was very clean and set up well for us and our two children- we really enjoyed the pool table. Would definitely book again."

Designer Cabin in Highlands, NC – Luxe Outdoor Living - Pet-Friendly Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Rented this property for a girls trip to celebrate all of us turning 50 this year. The house is in a great location, very clean, and stocked with everything you need. The host is very responsive with communication as well. Highly recommend! We will be back!"

Other attractions near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.

Bridal Veil Falls

8.8/10 (63 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues or seek out its golf courses.

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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery. A wooden walkway with a railing runs alongside the water.

Dry Falls

9.6/10 (129 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues or seek out its hiking trails.

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A covered bridge named Will Henry Stevens Bridge with a wooden structure and lattice design.

The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts

You can get tickets for a performance at The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts on your trip to Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Cullasaja River Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja River Gorge and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the golf courses.

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Highlands Art Gallery

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Highlands Art Gallery during your trip to Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Highlands Playhouse

7.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Highlands Playhouse during your stay in Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Jackson Hole Gem Mine

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Highlands when you take a trip to Jackson Hole Gem Mine. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Brushy Face

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brushy Face during your travels in Highlands. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cliffside Lake Recreation Area?

Cliffside Lake Recreation Area is located in a welcoming area of Highlands known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area?

The Skyline Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. Another good choice is Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy, located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Cliffside Lake Recreation Area?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cliffside Lake Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Cliffside Lake Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area?

You can enjoy live performances at The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Playhouse. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Highlands Biological Station and Ravenel Park. Enjoy nature at Bridal Veil Falls, Dry Falls or Cullasaja River Gorge.

Highlands Cliffside Lake Recreation Area Hotels

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Our top choices for Cliffside Lake Recreation Area hotels

1. The Skyline Lodge

2. Carolina Motel

3. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

4. Hampton Inn Franklin

5. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

6. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

7. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

8. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

9. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

10. Quality Inn Franklin

11. Hotel Cashiers

12. Outpost Inn

13. The Park On Main

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

15. Colonial Inn Franklin

16. Dillard House

17. Highlander Mountain House

18. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

19. Sapphire Inn

20. Fire Mountain Estate & Club

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Top Cliffside Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Skyline Lodge

Red Top Treehouse Cabin in Mirror Lake and minutes to downtown-Dog Friendly!

Highlands-Designer Cottage-Amazing Outdoor Living Spaces-Fireplace-Pet Friendly

A Log Home Above the Lake | Hickory Hills Cabin

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

A Private Dock. A Lake That Goes Quiet After Sunset | Sequoyah Lakeside Lodge

Lake Views, a Pool Table, and a Porch Swing. The Perfect Mountain Trip | Lakeview Hideaway

Designer Cabin in Highlands, NC – Luxe Outdoor Living - Pet-Friendly Retreat

Other attractions near Cliffside Lake Recreation Area

Bridal Veil Falls

Dry Falls

The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts

Cullasaja River Gorge

Highlands Art Gallery

Highlands Playhouse

Jackson Hole Gem Mine

Brushy Face

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