Here Are The 19 Absolute Best Places To Stay In North Carolina

Are you looking for the next ultimate getaway in North Carolina? Start your planning with the perfect overnight stay. We’ve compiled a list of the best places to stay in North Carolina, from coast to mountain, small town to big city. Choosing where to stay in North Carolina for your vacation is only half the battle, but once you choose from this list, you might never want to leave. We have everything from finding coastal accommodations in North Carolina to a mountain escape. Plan your next romantic vacation in Asheville, or enjoy a city excursion in Charlotte. Hike the Appalachian Trail during the day, then cozy up in your very own small-town cabin for a unique night's stay. It doesn't matter if you're near Wilmington, Durham,  or Chapel Hill -- you’re guaranteed to have a great time at our curated selection of the best Airbnbs in North Carolina and beyond.

Best Affordable Places to Stay in North Carolina

Finding the right getaway for your budget doesn’t need to be difficult. Vacation rentals in North Carolina can run the gamut in terms of price, but we’ve found a few that won’t break the bank. You don’t need views of golf courses or a boutique hotel to enjoy North Carolina's beauty. You know the adage, sometimes less is more!

1. Cabin Escape - Watauga County, North Carolina

• Location: Watauga County, North Carolina
• Size: 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2 bathrooms
• Price: $150/night
• Amenities: Private setting on 12 acres, stone fireplace, wood stove, deck overlooking a creek
• Ratings: 4.9

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This hidden gem cabin in North Carolina is perfect for people looking for a low-cost getaway in the mountains. This cabin is situated on 12 acres of private space, complete with a rushing creek. Relax in front of the stone fireplace and keep warm on winter nights, or enjoy the deck overlooking the creek during the summer. This is pure natural beauty all year round.

2. Floating Boathouse - Graham County, North Carolina

• Location: Graham County, North Carolina
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 bathroom
• Price: $119/night
• Amenities: Double kayak, refrigerator, coffeemaker, kitchen, outdoor grill, games, television
• Ratings: 4.9

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Looking to disconnect at your very own floating boathouse in North Carolina? This unique vrbo will only have access to this boathouse via canoe, which makes it incredibly easy to get away from it all. The boathouse is totally off-grid, which means you won’t have any shore power. But for anyone looking for a serene spot in nature to disconnect from it all, this is the place to do it.

3. Cottage at Henry River Farm, Burke County

• Location: Burke County, NC
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 2), 1 full bath
• Price: $87/night
• Amenities: TV, Kitchenette with 2-burner stove, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker, fire pit
• Rating: 5 stars

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Are you ready for a couple's getaway to the most peaceful part of North Carolina? The beautiful South Mountains meet the Henry River in a slow dance of love that will have you twitterpated with that someone special. This delightful farm cottage on an actual working farm is the relaxing getaway you've been dreaming of. Wake up to a farm fresh breakfast then take a stroll around the farm to see the cows, pigs, goats, chickens, and ducks. You can always spend a day in nearby Morgantown or South Mountain State Park, each of which is only about fifteen minutes away.

4. Raven Rock Treehouse, Fletcher, NC

• Address: Fletcher, NC
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 2), 1/2 bath
• Price: $147/night