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Balsam Mountain Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Sylva with free breakfast and spa services

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Lobby
Front of property
Exterior
Front of property
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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68 7 Springs Dr, Sylva, NC, 28707
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wheels Through Time Museum
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
In-room massage
Children's books
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
In-room massage
Children's books
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Individually decorated, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
In-room massage
Children's books
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Individually decorated, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
In-room massage
Children's books
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Sylva

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 continental 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. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and spa services. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Sylva hotel, you'll be 38.5 km (23.9 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Waterrock Knob - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 24 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 34 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maggie Valley Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Grits & Eggs - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Fuego - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Balsam Mountain Inn

Hotel in Sylva with free breakfast and spa services
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 daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Balsam Mountain Inn. Self parking is free.

This Sylva hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Balsam Mountain Inn offers 50 accommodations with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Sylva hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 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
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.

Payment types

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

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
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. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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 8 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsam Mountain Inn on 14 Sept 2025 start from NZ$241.65, 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 there a spa on site at Balsam Mountain Inn?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

What makes Balsam Mountain Inn a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Balsam Mountain Inn.

Is Balsam Mountain Inn family-friendly?

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

Does Balsam Mountain Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 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

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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