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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a blue oatmeal container, condiments, and a bowl of fruit.
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
Felix
₹13,229
₹15,065 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, and a floor lamp.

2. Hampton Inn Marion

Hampton Inn Marion
18.4 km from Lake James
United States
Staci
₹11,168
₹12,592 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 modern cafe with round tables and yellow chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a sign on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lights, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern lounge area with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a seating arrangement.

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
₹14,079
₹15,875 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Morganton Historic Downtown

4. Skyline Village Inn

Skyline Village Inn
17.8 km from Lake James
United States
Scott
₹11,651
₹13,137 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Skyline Village Inn
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom.
A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a covered parking area and a brick facade.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and lounge chairs.
A modern restaurant with a counter, yellow and blue chairs, and a coffee machine.

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
₹11,095
₹12,509 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Comfort Inn Marion near Downtown & Blue Ridge PKWY
A wooden cabin with a porch and string lights, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A wooden deck with potted plants and string lights.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a staircase, a dining area, and a seating area with a fireplace.

6. Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat

Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat
29.3 km from Lake James
United States
Patricia
₹17,306
₹19,513 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat
A hotel with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.
A pathway leading through a garden with orange flowers and a mountain in the background.
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and comfortable seating area.

7. Switzerland Inn

Switzerland Inn
21 km from Lake James
United States
Copper
₹21,591
₹24,344 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Switzerland Inn
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with chairs, a staircase, and a decorative fountain.
A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, multiple flags, and a parking lot with cars.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and decorative plants.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, large windows, and a "Welcome" sign.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South

Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South
17.7 km from Lake James
United States
mary
₹10,075
₹11,360 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a vending machine, and a seating area.
A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern entrance, a large sign, and a parking lot.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a computer, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen counter with a fruit basket, toaster, and various food containers.

9. Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast

Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast
21 km from Lake James
United States
Jeff
₹6,447
₹7,269 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sleep Inn Morganton Southeast
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a pond in the foreground.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a window with a blue valance.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a dining area, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets.
A wooden cabin with string lights, a covered patio, and picnic tables.

10. Springmaid Mountain

Springmaid Mountain
18.7 km from Lake James
United States
Virginia
₹9,966
₹15,391 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Springmaid Mountain
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with a plant.
A gas station at night with a canopy, fuel pumps, and a few cars parked.
A reception desk with wooden panels, a framed welcome sign, and a black carpet with a logo.
A gazebo with a white railing and a brick base, surrounded by plants and flowers.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC

Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC
19.4 km from Lake James
United States
Stacy
₹7,465
₹8,417 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 dining area with a large round table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.
A Hampton Inn hotel with a well-lit entrance, a covered outdoor seating area, and neatly trimmed bushes.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

12. Hampton Inn Morganton

Hampton Inn Morganton
20.7 km from Lake James
United States
Jaclyn
₹13,822
₹15,585 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hampton Inn Morganton
A wooden staircase covered in autumn leaves leading to a picnic table.
A row of cabins with a stone foundation, a covered porch, and a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.
A cabin with a stone exterior, a covered porch, and a fire pit with red chairs.

13. Parkview Lodge & Cabins

Parkview Lodge & Cabins
20.7 km from Lake James
United States
Le-Ann
₹6,803
₹7,671 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Parkview Lodge & Cabins
A hotel room with a large bed, a red jacuzzi, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a Coca-Cola branded ice cold vending machine, a beverage dispenser, and a vending machine with snacks. A door is visible in the background.
A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a bench.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a coffee machine, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

14. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton
17.6 km from Lake James
United States
Patric
₹7,185
₹8,101 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Morganton
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 hallway with a breakfast sign indicating complimentary breakfast from 6 AM to 10 AM every day.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

15. Quality Inn Morganton Southeast

Quality Inn Morganton Southeast
20.9 km from Lake James
United States
Theodore
₹5,974
₹6,973 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quality Inn Morganton Southeast
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, and a mirror.
A covered outdoor area with a stage for performances, picnic tables, and a guitar case on the ground.
A parking lot with a white van and a silver SUV parked near a building with multiple rooms.
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking area, and a grassy lawn.

16. Pine Valley Motel

Pine Valley Motel
21.3 km from Lake James
United States
Sadegh
₹10,251
₹11,558 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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 bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting above the bed.
A house with a fire pit in the front yard, surrounded by a gravel path and wooden benches.

17. Lodge at Mount Mitchell

Lodge at Mount Mitchell
29.7 km from Lake James
United States
Jennifer
₹21,901
₹24,693 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Lodge at Mount Mitchell
A modern kitchen area with a central island, built-in appliances, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and artwork on the walls.
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 reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a Super 8 sign, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden reception desk.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Morganton

Super 8 by Wyndham Morganton
21.1 km from Lake James
United States
David
₹6,345
₹7,437 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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
320 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
937 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
345 reviews
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Skyline Village Inn
9.0
Wonderful
537 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
676 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 56 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 56 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.