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Outpost Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is $170
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16

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790 North 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741
  • Place, Highlands Art Gallery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Highlands Playhouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪14 min walk‬

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The Petite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Standard | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Standard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Owners Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Owners Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Grand | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Grand

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Signature | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Signature

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Terrace | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Outpost Inn

3-star Highlands guest house with bar/lounge
A bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in are available at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Outpost Inn offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Outpost Inn features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This boutique guesthouse also offers coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Outpost Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Stag Bar - Onsite bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Stag Bar

Family friendly

  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 25

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Outpost Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 304 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very welcoming to myself, my wife, and our dog! Methodical Coffee onsite in the lobby was an added bonus. Would definitely recommend the Outpost Inn to anyone looking for a great place in Highlands!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet, clean. The air conditioning and heat worked well and the shower was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place. Cozy, clean and the staff is friendly. Alex was very hospitable. The decor brings good memories. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the cozy lobby. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judge Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rustic furnishings in the room. Easily walkable to highlands downtown. Wonderful lobby with coffee wine options. Great staff. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved The Outpost Inn. Good vibe. Room was perfect, staff so pleasant & personable, lovely outdoor fire ring, walkable to Main St.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
absolutely love this property. the rooms are all unique and well curated for that mountain vibe. the lobby is an amazing place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee (or glass of wine) by the fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ric

The staff were absolutely unbelievably courteous!! We shall return 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel and its location on Lygon Street. Close to so many dining options Cool, trendy vibe in hote and very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel! Very comfortable, clean, unique, fun hotel. Our room was decorated so cute, bed comfortable, very personal with welcome note and smore makings in our room. Lobby has coffee, wine bar with fireplace and comfortable seating areas. Outside several seating areas with firepits. Staff was friendly and helpful. Definately will be recommending to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Amenities
Fun retro lodge. Needs a few attention to details ie bathroom door doesn’t close, had trouble starting gas logs, but was fixed immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little hotel

Great stay near shopping district.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and cute
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quick drive to everything, unique and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place in intimate settings..each room decorated differently but organically and with implacable taste , very clean and comfortable! Staff is amazing, makes you feel at home! Would absolutely recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Outpost Inn! We have stayed there twice, and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway location!

This is the perfect place to stay right in downtown highlands for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property cozy rooms excellent location Friendly staff Only complaint-put a sitting chair in the room Didn’t really use the typewriter!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The coolest roadside motel that felt like a tree house but so chic. Beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great vibes. Cute rooms. Great service and walkable to downtown (minimal hill). Cozy hangout areas to wind down in after a long day
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025