Welcome to Your Perfect Stay in McDowell County, NC
When you’ve decided to visit McDowell County and the big question is "WHERE WILL WE STAY?", no worries, friends. Marion, Old Fort, and the surrounding areas offer a wide variety of options to make your stay enjoyable, no matter the size of your group or your activity goals in the mountains.
Diverse Accommodation Options
McDowell County boasts a range of accommodations including new hotels, motor court style motels, campgrounds, lodges, B&Bs, and private homes of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a pool, a hammock, or a babbling brook just outside your door, you’ll find the perfect place to stay.
Book Your Place To Stay Today
Explore the diverse lodging options in McDowell County, NC, and find the perfect place to make your visit unforgettable. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, you’ll discover accommodations that suit your needs and enhance your Blue Ridge Mountain getaway.
Categories
Explore More
Wilderness Lodge
Take a journey to Wilderness Lodge, a gorgeous Black Mountain adjacent vacation home located in Catawba Falls Preserve. Discover…
Mountain Stream RV Park -Temporary Closure
Temporary Closure due to Hurricane Helene. Check back for updates, or support their fundraiser HERE. Mountain Stream RV Park…
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area
Visitors to the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area in the Pisgah National Forest can enjoy primitive, strenuous recreation in a wild and isolated terrain!
Catawba Falls Campground -Temporary Closure
Due to flooding and damage during Hurricane Helene, this campground is temporarily closed. Support the campground through online donations
Skyline Village Inn
Enjoy old-time hospitality with a little "colorful" history of secret tunnels and moonshine at this traditional inn built into the…
The Chalet at the Switzerland Inn
The Chalet is a full service restaurant located at the Switzerland Inn in Little Switzerland, NC. Serving three meals daily,…
Sky Island Campground and Cabin Retreat
Campground facility on 40 acres with RV and tent camping plus several log cabins. Choose from family cabins, couples retreat…
Buck Creek RV Park - RV Campground
Experience the natural splendor of Buck Creek RV Park, set on a picturesque 48-acre meadow. Our park boasts 74 full…
Dockside at Lake James
Private Lakefront House on Lake James in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy boating, swimming, fishing or just relaxing. Close to…
Hampton Inn
Conveniently located off I-40 at Exit 85/Hwy. 221 North. Minutes to downtown Marion, Lake James, Blue Ridge Parkway and Old…
Alpine Inn
Located directly on the DiamondbackNC, this rustic mountaintop inn opens to incredible Blue Ridge views at 3200 feet…
Jarrett Creek Cottage
Adjacent to Jarrett Creek, this custom cottage is located just outside the town of Old Fort, NC with three bedrooms…
The Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine
Plan a stay at The Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine campsite in Marion and enjoy a recreational mine, diner, gift shop, concert hall and so much more!
Squirrel's Nest
Built in 2007, this 4 BR/3.5BA rough-cut timber home offers generous amenities and is open year round. Lots of outside…
River Rock Cabin
Built in 2021, this newly constructed 2BR/2BA log cabin is located north of Marion and south of the Blue Ridge…
Tabletop Inn
Ever wished you could have a sleepover at a board game cafe? Let your dreams come true at the Tabletop…