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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rack of dumbbells.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.
A modern room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with a view of a city and mountains.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG
16.5 km from Lake James
United States
Adis
S$173
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs and a table with chairs.
A lobby with teal armchairs, a striped sofa, a fireplace, and a clock on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, and a floor lamp.
A modern office space with two desks, two chairs, a fireplace, and a striped carpet.

2. Hampton Inn Marion

Hampton Inn Marion
18.4 km from Lake James
United States
Linda
S$158
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hampton Inn Marion
A modern lounge area with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern lounge area with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a seating arrangement.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lights, and a flat-screen TV.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morganton Historic Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morganton Historic Downtown
16.8 km from Lake James
United States
brian d
S$200
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morganton Historic Downtown
Balcony view
Balcony view
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet

4. Skyline Village Inn

Skyline Village Inn
17.8 km from Lake James
United States
Ashley
S$178
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Skyline Village Inn
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom.
A vending machine stocked with various beverages and a white washing machine in a room with beige walls.
A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a covered parking area and a brick facade.
An elevator with a control panel, emergency exit sign, and a mirror on the left.

5. Comfort Inn Marion near Downtown & Blue Ridge PKWY

Comfort Inn Marion near Downtown & Blue Ridge PKWY
17.5 km from Lake James
United States
Jill
S$156
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Comfort Inn Marion near Downtown & Blue Ridge PKWY
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with chairs, a staircase, and a decorative fountain.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, large windows, and a "Welcome" sign.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and decorative plants.
A modern building with a curved facade, large glass doors, and a patio area with white lounge chairs and a blue umbrella.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South

Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South
17.7 km from Lake James
United States
Fernando
S$143
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South
A wooden cabin with a porch and string lights, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a staircase, a dining area, and a seating area with a fireplace.
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A wooden deck with a view of a green landscape and mountains.

7. Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat

Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat
29.3 km from Lake James
United States
Fernanda
S$224
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a vending machine, and a seating area.
A kitchen counter with a fruit basket, toaster, and various food containers.
A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern entrance, a large sign, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a nightstand.

8. Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast

Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast
21 km from Lake James
United States
Jenerica
S$93
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast
A hotel room with a large bed, a red jacuzzi, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a coffee machine, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a bench.
A SureStay hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

9. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton
17.6 km from Lake James
United States
Edward
S$116
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton
Room
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and comfortable seating area.
A hotel with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Switzerland Inn

Switzerland Inn
21 km from Lake James
Canada
craig
S$340
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Switzerland Inn
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with a plant.
A reception desk with wooden panels, a framed welcome sign, and a black carpet with a logo.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a large window with curtains.
A gas station at night with a canopy, fuel pumps, and a few cars parked.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC

Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC
19.4 km from Lake James
United States
Charlene
S$110
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC
A snack bar with shelves stocked with various snacks and drinks, a 'Treats' sign, and a refrigerator.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.
A hotel dining area with a large round table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

12. Hampton Inn Morganton

Hampton Inn Morganton
20.7 km from Lake James
United States
Cynthia
S$183
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hampton Inn Morganton
A cabin with a stone exterior, a covered porch, and a fire pit with red chairs.
A row of cabins with a stone foundation, a covered porch, and a clear sky.
A wooden cabin interior with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, television, lamp, and a small table.

13. Parkview Lodge & Cabins

Parkview Lodge & Cabins
20.7 km from Lake James
United States
PING
S$101
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Parkview Lodge & Cabins
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a pond in the foreground.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a dining area, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove.
A wooden cabin with string lights, a covered patio, and picnic tables.

14. Springmaid Mountain

Springmaid Mountain
18.7 km from Lake James
United States
Virginia
S$199
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Springmaid Mountain
A reception area with a reception desk, two chairs, a small table, a plant, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A lobby with two brown leather chairs, a small table, a lamp, a cabinet with bottles, and two large pillars.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a breakfast sign indicating complimentary breakfast from 6 AM to 10 AM every day.

15. Quality Inn Morganton Southeast

Quality Inn Morganton Southeast
20.9 km from Lake James
United States
Andrew
S$99
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn Morganton Southeast
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, and a mirror.
A living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a purple armchair, a wooden bench, a dining table with chairs, and a lamp.
A parking lot with a white van and a silver SUV parked near a building with multiple rooms.
A covered outdoor area with a stage for performances, picnic tables, and a guitar case on the ground.

16. Pine Valley Motel

Pine Valley Motel
21.3 km from Lake James
United States
chris
S$156
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pine Valley Motel
A lodge with a metal roof, a gravel driveway, and a fire pit in the center surrounded by a stone border.
A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a shelf with coffee bags and a framed picture.
A modern living room with a dining area, a television displaying 'NETFLIX,' and a kitchen area.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting above the bed.

17. Lodge at Mount Mitchell

Lodge at Mount Mitchell
29.7 km from Lake James
United States
Jennifer
S$359
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lodge at Mount Mitchell
A modern kitchen area with a central island, built-in appliances, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern office space with a curved wall, a desk with a computer, two chairs, a small table with a plant, and a whiteboard.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and artwork on the walls.
A reception area with a stone wall, a large sign, and a flat-screen TV.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Morganton

Super 8 by Wyndham Morganton
21.1 km from Lake James
United States
Luis
S$101
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Morganton
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake James

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG
9.4
Exceptional
331 reviews
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An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Marion
9.2
Wonderful
954 reviews
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A modern lounge area with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morganton Historic Downtown
9.4
Exceptional
354 reviews
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Balcony view
Skyline Village Inn
9.0
Wonderful
564 reviews
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A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom.
Comfort Inn Marion near Downtown & Blue Ridge PKWY
8.6
Excellent
687 reviews
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Other attractions near Lake James

Lake James State Park

8.6/10 (27 reviews)
You can take time to visit Lake James State Park during your travels to Nebo. Discover the area's mountain views and cafes.
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Fonta Flora County Park

After visiting Fonta Flora County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Morganton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
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Boat Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Boat Beach during your trip to Nebo? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Shortoff Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Shortoff Mountain during your travels in Morganton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
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Big Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Island during your travels in Nebo. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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The Outpost

8.0/10 (1 review)
Enjoy an outing to The Outpost during your stay in Glen Alpine. Discover the area's mountain views and cafes.
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Oak Hill Community Park & Forest

After visiting Oak Hill Community Park & Forest, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Morganton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
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Table Rock Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Table Rock Mountain during your travels in Morganton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake James?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake James, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. You'll find 54 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Lake James?
Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake James.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake James, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Lake James.