This was our second time staying here and, like the first time, it was wonderful, relaxing, cozy and welcoming. We stayed in a room on the second floor this time and found it to be as nice as the first but prefer the first! Breakfast was good and all the staff were nice and helpful. We can't wait to go... More

We spent the weekend at the Balsam Mountain Inn and thoroughly enjoyed a special feature called Songwriters in the Round. There were 3 featured song writers and for $45/person there was a buffet which was fairly average- prime rib, green beans and the more unusual shrimp and grits. But the music was great and the musicians were very approachable during... More

This place is, well, okay. It's an admittedly lovely structure, with the requisite rocking chairs on the porch. It looks and feels the way non-mountain folk think a place like this ought to feel. There are braided rugs and single-minded radiators and ruffled furniture and claw foot tubs and pine floors. There are Teddy Bears and whimmy-diddles and folk art... More

We knew what to expect going into our trip, that this place was a throw back to a different time. There were no phones or tv's but there is decent wi-fi. The room we stayed in (#203) was old, (the inn opened over 100 years ago) but the sheets and towels were clean and the bed was comfortable. We asked... More

Wonderful old inn and restaurant in private, quiet setting. Very historical.. Cozy in winter. Close by to waynesville nc and other cool small towns in the great Smokey Mountains. Very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

I enjoy historic hotels and always seek them out in my travels. This one does not dissappoint and if you are interested in learning more about this gem log onto their website and learns its history. I think that inns owner has incredible passion in her vision for this grand place and I wish contiued success in her vision for... More

We used our Living Social Voucher for children free quiet time. We really enjoyed the peacefulness at the Balsam Mountain Inn. Chef Phil prepared the best ribeye and trout dinners on both nights. Confession: We missed TV a little because the NFL playoff games were and we couldn't find a place in Waynesville to watch. But, that didn't last long,... More

Using a 2 day Groupon getaway at this lovely 100 year old Inn, traveled with my elderly wheelchair bound Mother-very clean and comfortable room, delicious dining, and friendly staff. Didn't even miss the TV's. Enjoyed a day trip to lovely Waynesville. All in all a very good experience.If traveling with elderly make sure you call in advance and let them... More

This is a truly historic property that the past and present owners have really given a great service to our citizens by maintaining and preserving this elegant railroad depo mountain inn in Balsam. Clearly some modern plumbing and other upgrades have been added without giving up too much of the historic nature and charm of such a classic guest inn... More