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Balsam Mountain Inn

Property class: 3

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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, large windows, and decorative lighting.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.
A sign for Balsam Mountain Inn with a logo of a mountain and a pine tree.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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68 Seven Springs Drive, Balsam, NC, 28707
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Ski Area
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a large floral rug, a bed with a white headboard, two windows with white shutters, and a radiator.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large floral rug, a bed with a white headboard, two windows with white shutters, and a radiator.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Balsam

A family-friendly stay in Balsam awaits you at Balsam Mountain Inn. You'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Highlights at this hotel include free weekend breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Spirit of The Inn Bar serves American cuisine. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to hiking/biking trails and a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Free buffet breakfast is available at weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Balsam hotel, you'll be 38.5 km (24 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 25 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 26 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 33 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 40 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Balsam Mountain Inn

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served on weekends. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at the family-friendly Balsam Mountain Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Balsam hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Balsam Mountain Inn offers 50 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Balsam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available on weekends 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee Shop
  • Spirit of The Inn
  • Spirit of The Inn Bar

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 12 per day; may vary based on unit size

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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Balsam Mountain Inn?

Yep, Balsam Mountain Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Balsam Mountain Inn?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsam Mountain Inn on 16 Nov 2026 start from NZ$162, including 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 Balsam Mountain Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a picnic area, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Balsam Mountain Inn is a hit with families.

Does Balsam Mountain Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer at weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balsam Mountain Inn?

No, Balsam Mountain Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Balsam Mountain Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Balsam Mountain Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Balsam Mountain Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 142 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The building is old but the atmosphere is good great breakfast very friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay all around! We really enjoyed our time at the Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great throwback environment. The breakfast was very good. And it was just an enjoyable peaceful time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The weather was cool enough so the ceiling and box fans were enough to keep us very comfortable. The staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such acute place! There is no air but the windows open and fan and ceiling fan was perfect . Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and coffee were excellent. Nice homemade, buffet style breakfast with everything you could want.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and friendly. Welcoming atmosphere! Renovations were super! Relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t know how I was going to handle no air conditioning but in the evening, the room was cool. The room was clean but basic as well as the bathroom. If you’re looking for a nice, quiet place to stay then Balsam Mountain Inn is for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near Cullowhee, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Quiet setting and super friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again. Each room is a little different.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, excellent staff and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay. Antique and authentic feel. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the very beginning, the Balsam Mountain Inn sang to me. I'd never been here before. I wanted a bed and breakfast near the Blue Ridge Parkway; and, yes, something affordable. The Inn is a HALF MILE from the Parkway, and the price was right for our mid-week getaway. Such an interesting, historic place. Between Waynesville & Sylva. So relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely, serene place! My goal was a calm and quiet trip with no stress, and I definitely found it here! So much history to the building as well, so it was neat to explore. Definitely recommend and will be back again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a historic hotel - it is kept like it and has authentic charme. The rooms are clean , beds comfortable and clean, very friendly hotel team. The hotel is quiet . The personal touch is that in the evening under the covered porch guests and visitors can come together, mingle, listen to live music and have a good time. Throughout the hotel there are areas to sit, play board games or just wander through the exhibits of previous times decorated in the entry area and hallways.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting old hotel. People were great, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. Seems like a really great place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old time charm.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a hotel over 100 years old, it was a step back in time. It was peaceful, quiet, quaint, charming, and just the place to unwind without noice, etc. The room was clean, the staff very friendly, and had the ambiance of the late 1800's and how the rich and wealthy stepped off the train to come to the mountains to cool down. Very good!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historical Inn! The staff were incredibly friendly, the cafe has amazing lattes, and the breakfast was divine!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable and the front desk clerks and all other staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What a gem. Lovely historical hotel with great owners. Stop in and visit this place! Its so worth it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. For the building being over 100 years it is in great condition. Comfortable bed. Shower was a little tricky in the claw tub, so be careful. We did not eat at the Inn but that did have a nice small menu that looked good. Uber does work in the area, I advanced book my Uber and not last minute. Peaceful and quite. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026