West Jefferson, NC

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Where to stay in West Jefferson

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Buck Mountain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Buck Mountain and surrounding area, you can visit Mountain Aire Golf Club and Mount Jefferson State Park.

Buck Mountain
Beautiful day in West Jefferson at the Ashe County Cheese Factory. The cow sculptures were built and installed by the local high school welding class.

Downtown West Jefferson

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown West Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Jefferson State Park and Jefferson Landing.

Downtown West Jefferson
Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG

Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG

2.5 out of 5
203 Hampton Place Ct West Jefferson NC
The price is ¥13,523 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
¥13,523
¥15,282 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Jefferson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (543 reviews)
It was a really good stay. The service was great and the staff was friendly. Very comfortable rooms and beds. The variety of the breakfast and access to coffee was fantastic.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG
Nation's Inn

Nation's Inn

2 out of 5
107 Beaver Creek School Rd West Jefferson NC
The price is ¥12,422 per night from Dec 31 to Jan 1
¥12,422
¥14,035 total
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in West Jefferson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.2/10 (565 reviews)
We were iffy about booking related to mixed reviews but we found our room quite clean and comfortable. I spray everything in our motel rooms down with Lysol anyway , just a habit developed during Covid and do it even when we stay at the Hampton. Spent one night for my birthday, then drove 30 minutes ...

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Nation's Inn
Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South Boone NC
The price is ¥16,648 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
¥16,648
¥18,771 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,213 reviews)
Very pleasant place to stay - the staff was great.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd Blowing Rock NC
Stay at this cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Appalachian Ski Mtn. and Tweetsie Railroad are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
Quiet community off the blue ridge parkway

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln Banner Elk NC
Stay at this cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beech Mountain Resort and Alta Vista Gallery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Heritage Hill Cabins
Chetola Premier Condominiums

Chetola Premier Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
185 Chetola Lake Drive Blowing Rock NC
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Blowing Rock. Enjoy a full-service spa, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Appalachian Ski ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (171 reviews)
My daughter was married here. It was an absolutely beautiful setting for a beautiful wedding highly recommend!

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Chetola Premier Condominiums
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of West Jefferson

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
28
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Charming town...but keep it quite so it stays that way...

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful scenery. Loved the small town atmosphere.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love West Jefferson! My husband and I are looking for land or land and home and found several possibilities! Very excited about the possibility of moving here!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Charming town with friendly people. We were there for the antique fair. Lots of fun, great deals.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely town and people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Quaint town for shopping unique merchandisers.