Where to Stay in Asheville - Unique Romantic Getaways

The classic beauty of the Biltmore Estate carries with it over a century of history. Owned by the illustrious Vanderbilt family and designed in part by Frederick Law Olmsted, the renowned mastermind behind Central Park, The Biltmore retains all of the Old World grandeur of its past, with the added luxury of the modern comforts expected today. The estate is home to several inns and hotels, each inspired by the history and hospitality of the Vanderbilt family. At The Inn on Biltmore Estate, guests can choose from a number of inclusive packages, including a romantic getaway package, a spa package, and a girl’s getaway package.

1 Antler Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, Phone: 828-225-1600

The Foundry Hotel Asheville is an industrial-chic four-star hotel in a restored steel foundry in downtown Asheville. It is just a short walk from events at Pack Square Park, the local artists’ exhibits at Woolworth Walk, and about 2 miles from the Botanical Gardens. The Foundry, Curio Collection By Hilton, is about 4 kilometers from Biltmore Estate. The luxurious rooms have vintage decor, and some have exposed brick walls and mountain views. All have free Wi-Fi, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, minibars, desks, air conditioning and private bathrooms. Suites also have separate living rooms. A penthouse has a second bedroom and a balcony. Guests enjoy an upscale restaurant and a trendy lounge decorated with original foundry artifacts. There is also a lawn bowling court, a gym, a terrace, a business center, fire pits, spacious event space, and free bikes.

51 South Market Street, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-552-8545

This cozy colonial farmhouse is located in a historic district of Asheville and is within easy walking or driving distance to many of the city’s attractions. Applewood Manor has six guest rooms with private bathrooms, large relaxing porches, a formal dining room, music parlor, and living room, all for the enjoyment of its guests. In the morning, the inn offers a rotating selection of baked goods, fresh foods, and hot breakfast. Guests staying at the Applewood Manor can choose from a number of packages, which have options to include baskets, flowers, and refreshments in-room, as well as tickets to Asheville attractions such as the Biltmore Estate, horseback riding, and hiking in the Great Smokies.

62 Cumberland Cir, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-254-2244

Located just steps away from all the sights and attractions of downtown Asheville, Chestnut Street Inn is a charming bed and breakfast where guests can enjoy the comfortable elegance of a well-designed room, mornings filled with freshly made coffee and homemade breakfast, and afternoons of tea and freshly made cookies or pastries on the front porch or in the sitting room. Chestnut Street Inn aims to make every guest feel right at home with careful touches like fireplaces, cozy decor, and friendly staff. Chestnut Street Inn even offers en suite spa packages for couples, honeymooners, or any guest who needs a little stress relief.

176 E Chestnut St, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-285-0705

The Biltmore Village Inn is located within a historic Queen Anne Victorian home that is over 120 years old. Each of the seven rooms in this bed and breakfast inn are unique, with options ranging from king-sized beds, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, wine coolers, stunning mountain views, and even a cottage suite with two bedrooms, located in the carriage house. The rooms are all luxurious but comfortable, with designer bath products, coffee bars, and free Wi-Fi. Each morning, a delicious breakfast of coffee, fresh baked muffins, cheese, fruit, and a seasonal hot meal option is served in the beautiful dining room or on the serene wraparound porch.

119 Dodge St, Asheville, NC 28803, Phone: 828-274-8707

This dog-friendly and lavish bed and breakfast is located conveniently close to many of Asheville’s attractions, including the Biltmore Estate and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. The Abbington Green Bed and Breakfast Inn is beautiful inside and out, with award-winning English-style gardens, where guests can take a stroll or enjoy a book or a cup of tea. The vegetable garden on site even features in many of the B&B’s morning meals, which all consist of fresh and local ingredients served on crystal and fine china. Guests at Abbington Green can choose from a basic room all the way up to a lavish suite.

46 Cumberland Cir, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-251-2454

The massive mansion that houses the Albemarle Inn was built in 1909 in the Greek revival style of architecture. The splendor of the white pillars, stone patio, and the surrounding greenery all contribute to the vision of opulence. Albemarle Inn has eleven guest rooms, each with unique and different features. Each morning, a three-course breakfast is served on the sun porch, or by the fireplace in the dining room during the colder months. The inn is a perfect destination for events and weddings, and the romantic setting is perfectly suited for a couples’ getaway.

86 Edgemont Rd, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-255-0027

Beaufort House Inn is located within an historic 1894 Queen Anne Victorian home that has been lovingly renovated into a peaceful getaway for guests. Relaxing on the hammock strung between two large trees in the yard, sipping a cup of coffee on the porch, and strolling the gorgeous gardens are just a few of the things guests can do, and that’s just on the property. Beaufort House Inn is located near many of the breweries, music, and shopping downtown. Each evening, the Beaufort offers a complimentary social hour, complete with wine and local beer, and every morning, guests will enjoy a two-course breakfast served by candlelight out on the porch.

61 N Liberty St, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-254-8334

The warm yellow walls of the Carolina Bed and Breakfast, surrounded by the colorful flowering trees and plants in the yard, give this place a comfortable and inviting aura. The gardens that surround the house are lovingly tended to, and keen guests might even recognize the use of some of the vegetables and herbs from the garden in the delicious meals that are served each day. The Carolina Bed and Breakfast uses locally sourced foods and ingredients, and offers a daily social hour with complimentary beverages and snacks. The B&B has comfortable, cozy lodging for its guests, with king or queen-sized beds, in-room fireplaces, Wi-Fi, and private washrooms.

177 Cumberland Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, Phone: 828-254-3608