Internet was out. TV channels wouldn't change. No housekeeping on Wednesday, so no trash was…read moreemptied. Hot not available due to water temperature issue. We left a day early due to numerous black big ants In the bathroom and kitchen. We paid $560 for what was suppose to be 3 nights. We left a day early so only one night. We complained and reluctantly, we were given $100 credit. Will never go back.

Hidden gem! Inn keeper was fantastic. The grounds are lush and being on the river made it even…read morebetter. Will definitely be going back!

I was part of The American Legion Riders and want to say this is a top-notch motel. We were wet and…read moretired from riding majority of the day in the rain. The Blue Ridge not only welcomed us with open arms and a very reasonable rate for our group but they even offered to dry our wet clothes, so we didn't have to pack them wet. They also provided us with old towels to dry our bikes on Friday morning again going above and beyond the call. It was convenient to local breweries and to American Legion Post 104. I will definitely keep this place in mind when needing a place to stay in Sylva.

It's too bad the only review for this hotel on Yelp is old and written by someone who has only ever…read morewritten one review. This is a solid hotel that is currently undergoing a complete renovation. The reception area is clean and well lit. The young lady working the front desk when we checked in at 9pm was very pleasant and inquired about our stay, and based on what we told her gave us some tips about getting around. Our renovated room -- a queen/queen -- was spacious, well appointed, and clean. For a place called the Blue Ridge Inn I would even say it is stylish. Flat screen TV, microwave, minifridge, coffee maker, desk with nice rolling chair, rocking chairs outside for smoking or to enjoy the mountain air. My teenage daughter, who is very particular about these things, marveled that the shower pressure was so much better than at home and it made her hair so clean and soft. No better endorsement of the shower area than that. The location of the hotel at the end of Main Street in downtown Sylva -- at the foot of the Jackson County Courthouse hill -- makes it the perfect location to explore downtown or make a short drive over to Western Carolina University. I see no reason to pay more at one of the other hotels in this area.

Wow this was a hidden gem, tucked in the Smoky Mountains with gorgeous river & mountain views! Much…read moreto our delight this place was awesome with reasonable prices & breakfast. There is also a little store at the lobby check in counter to purchase snacks etc. Plenty of free parking onsite too. The hotel was very clean & the staff friendly. Our room was huge, not only did we have a very comfortable bed, but a living room as well. We had a beautiful view of the mountains & river that we enjoyed from our balcony. Breakfast was good...the biscuits & gravy tasty, & the crisp bacon was a nice addition. There is a nice outdoor patio where you can eat or to just relax & enjoy the beautiful location. This is the place to stay if I find myself visiting the Smoky Mountains again!

The good is This location is prime and its right on the river . The bad is it is musty smell and…read moremoldy ceilings and run down rooms. If you have allergies , stay away . They need some serious updating and they could get big bucks for location . Spend the money Best Western to update your rooms. Or sell it too another hotel brand .

First time staying here on a visit to Sylva area. For the price you can't miss! The room was clean…read moreand beds comfortable. Check is was quick and representative very polite. Breakfast was your typical hotel breakfast. Coffee was good. Only complaint was a smell in the hallway at checkin.

If I could leave ZERO stars I would! This is the MOST DISGUSTING hotel I've ever had the…read moredispleasure to stay in!! FILTH, feces in the toilet, food left in the fridge, male shorts and a condom in the drawer and blood and what looks to be like urine stains on sheet and comforter. The ELEVATOR IS BROKEN. Recovering from back fractures and you want me to climb 2 flights of stairs with my luggage!! I literally contemplated sleeping in my car. Stripped the entire bed, flipped the mattress and went to Walmart and bought A LOT of Lysol and all new bed linens . Every surface in this room room has been cleaned. SAVE YOUR MONEY

The hotel is right off Hwy 74. It doesn't look like it is in the best spot from the outside, but…read morethe interior is very comfortable. It is renovated. My room had two comfortable queen beds and a sofa. It also had a chair and small table. It had all the amenities for a room. It had a coffee maker, iron, safe, refrigerator and smart tv. Breakfast is served in the morning between 630-930am. There was ample parking. I took my rating down 1 star, because the walls/windows are a bit thin. The guest service desk was always occupied and the staff are super friendly and helpful. The WiFi works!

Terrible experience Rude staff…read moreHorrible room Ac was non functioning Toilet flooded Bed was ancient / smelled awful Breakfast made me sick Coffee was cold Eggs were definitely powder Never ever stay here

Delightful & friendly innkeepers Gladys & Larry. Lovely small inn in the center of Dillsboro N.C…read more We stayed in the Caboose Room. So darn cute and inviting. Spent our first night relaxing & reading. Our breakfast the next morning was divine. Cinnamon French Toast, fruit, nut bread, coffee, juice and endless amounts crispy bacon. Our breakfast the following day was pancakes, warm maple syrup, yummy sausage patties, & fluffy scrambled eggs. Rounding out our delightful time at The Whistle-stop was our wonderful conversations with Gladys & Larry, our hostess & host. Make the Whistlestop Inn, in Dillsboro a destination stop for visiting the Smoky Mountains. Franklin

This charming inn offers guests the best comfy stay and walkable location!…read more Adore the suite, The Caboose: lovely sleigh bed with dreamy mattress and linens, private bath, snack tray waiting at check in. Restaurants are minutes away. Treat yourself!

Our stay at the Chalet Inn was amazing, we had an incredible time in an incredible setting…read more Inspired by German pension, the Chalet Inn captures the tradition setting and setup perfectly. In fact, if you were just magically dropped here, you'd never know that you were in North Carolina instead of Germany. Both the chalet itself, and the surrounding grounds and well maintained. The surrounding grounds are themselves quite noteworthy. There are tons of things on offer, from short hiking trails (complete with strategically placed romantic benches), badminton, croquet, and a wood firepit with a propane starter (no need to build a fire yourself). George was a perfect host, welcoming us and providing tips and directions in the area. He was a great source of information, whether you plan to visit the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or explore other parts of the surrounding area. He was also always eager to make sure that his hospitality was unobtrusive, and made sure that we felt at home and that we had our privacy. His thoughtfulness extended to the little things, like starting a fire in the fireplace in the common areas in the morning and evening to take off any fall chill. And add to the overall atmosphere. Our room was also great, with a larger balcony where we were able to sit and enjoy some wine from the Stube (an honor- system store located on the premise) while we sat at enjoyed the stars. Our experience staying here was great and I'd recommend it to anybody!

So I'll start by saying I stayed here four years ago and had an amazing experience. If I had left…read moreit at that, I would probably giving this place 5 stars. Seems like things have gone wayyyyyyyyy downhill since then. I emailed the first week of July asking for an October reservation of the same room I stayed in originally because I enjoyed it so much. I waited two weeks and did not receive a reply (it says on the submission form you are supposed to get a response within 24 hours), so I called back to ask about the reservation I requested. The person who answered found my form submission and told me they are currently having "staffing issues", so they were not sure if they were going to be able to accommodate my stay. However, he collected some additional information from me, including the fact that I have an infant daughter, and told me to call back in a week when they should know if they will have the staff to support in October. Another week goes by and I call back, only to receive a similar response - "we'll know in another week, but assuming we have staff in October, you are penciled in for [the room] you requested". I call back again the next and still, receive essentially the same information. However, this time the guy tells me that they should definitely know in another week and they will call me back to know. He verifies the information I had submitted, including the fact that I have an infant daughter. It is now 1.5 months since I requested my original reservation, and I had still had not received a call back. I call back (again) and am FINALLY told that I can go ahead and square away my reservation. The guy starts asking for details including how many people will be with me, as if this shouldn't already be in their previous notes. As soon as I mention I have an infant daughter, the guy tells me that they only allow kids 12+ and he's "afraid that that isn't going to work". What. a. load. of. crap. Thank goodness I am not looking to reserve a place for Columbus Day weekend in October because I would probably be out of luck. This place has become less a Bed & Breakfast and more of a Bed & B.S!

I'm sorry but there is NO way around what happened here!…read more I left for a poker tournament in the morning (15 minutes away). Ten hours later, I came back to the hotel and my door was propped open with all my stuff inside. I called the front desk and the girl told me it's probably because I added a night and they came in to change sheets or take out garbage. NOPE! No sheets are changed and no garbage was removed. In fact, the same guy that propped my door open for ten hours knocked on my door this morning and woke me up--failure of communication between front desk staff and cleaning crew. And how is that justifiable anyway! The girl didn't even care when I called her. If a hotel/motel leaves your door propped open for ten hours with all your stuff in there, it's an untrustworthy operation! And an invasion of privacy! And you could lose all your belongings. Imo, this is literally the worst infraction for any hotel/motel. DO NOT STAY HERE! And not to mention, hair in shower and hot water takes ten minutes to get going in colder months. The hotel is relatively clean with some minor issues in that area but losing trust is not redeemable! If you stay here, know that your door might be left open with all of your stuff available to others. Oh, and their housekeeping staff 'might' be illegals. I would bet strongly on it. Americans should have those jobs.

This is a review in 2024. Hotel is sadly run down and dirty. Door secures are broken, floors are…read moredirty, toilets missing covers, paint is pealing. Clearly the owner doesn't take much pride in their business. I am writing a review so others aren't caught off guard by the other reviews from years ago. The only reason I am giving 2 stars is they did offer me a refund if I wanted to leave.