Near the Blue Ridge Parkway
Hotels near the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville
Enchanting Blue Ridge Parkway (east) is just a few minutes away from the Hampton Inn Tunnel Road or our Homewood Suites by Hilton Tunnel. On the west side our Hampton Inn and Suites Biltmore Area, and the Hilton Garden Inn Asheville South are practically "down the street" from the Parkway access point on the west side. They make a convenient base for scenic drives, with free on-site parking so you can load up and head for the mountains early.
Where should you stay for the Blue Ridge Parkway?
The Blue Ridge Parkway winds along the mountains around Asheville, and the easiest way to enjoy it is to base yourself near an access point so you are not fighting town traffic each morning. Our hotels are just a short drive from access points on the East or South/West side. The Hampton Inn Asheville Tunnel Road and Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville are both a short drive from an east-side Parkway entrance, while Hilton Garden Inn Asheville South and Hampton Inn & Suites Biltmore Area are sitting near the Southern access point. If you are staying at our Hampton Inn & Suites hotel at the AVL airport, the Southern access point would be closest. Staying near an access point lets you beat the crowds to the best views.
Which hotel is best for leaf season?
Fall is the marquee season on the Parkway, when the ridgelines turn gold and red and the overlooks fill up early. Staying near an access point lets you beat the crowds to the best views. Our hotels on the east side and the south/west side each give you a close base for that, and free on-site parking means your car is ready to go at first light.
How do our five hotels compare?
| Hotel | Neighborhood | To the Parkway | Room type | Key amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn Asheville — Tunnel Road | Tunnel Road · Asheville, NC | Near an east-side access point | Guest rooms | Free hot breakfast, free parking, pool |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville | Tunnel Road · Asheville, NC | Near an east-side access point | All-suite, full kitchens | Free breakfast, free parking, pet-friendly |
| Hilton Garden Inn Asheville South | Asheville South, NC | Short drive to a south access point | Guest rooms | On-site Garden Grille, free parking |
| Hampton Inn & Suites — Biltmore Area | Biltmore Area · Asheville, NC | Drive to a south/west access point | Rooms and studio suites | Free hot breakfast, free parking, near Pisgah |
| Hampton Inn & Suites — Asheville Airport | Fletcher, NC | Drive to a south access point | Rooms and studio suites | Free hot breakfast, free parking, near AVL |
All five of our Hilton hotels include free parking and free WiFi. For Parkway access, the Hampton Inn Tunnel Road and Homewood Suites on the east side are closest. For longer road trips, Homewood Suites adds full kitchens and is pet-friendly, useful for packing trail snacks and traveling with a dog. Prefer a different part of the area? Browse all five of our hotels to compare locations.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the Blue Ridge Parkway?
It depends which access point you are heading for. The Hampton Inn Asheville Tunnel Road and Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville are a few minutes from the east-side access point, while Hilton Garden Inn Asheville South and Hampton Inn & Suites Biltmore Area sit close to the south/west access point. If you are staying at our Hampton Inn & Suites at the AVL airport, the southern access point is closest. Confirm exact distances with the hotel before you travel.
How far is the Blue Ridge Parkway from your hotels?
All five are a short drive from an access point: the Tunnel Road hotels from the east-side entrance, and Hilton Garden Inn Asheville South, Hampton Inn & Suites Biltmore Area, and Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Airport from the south/west entrance. We have not published exact mileage here, so please verify with the hotel or your map app.
Are your hotels a good base for fall leaf season?
Yes. The Parkway is one of the best leaf-peeping drives in the country, and our hotels near the east and south/west access points give you an early start on scenic drives plus free on-site parking. Fall is a busy season around Asheville, so book early.
Do your hotels have free parking for road trips?
Yes. All of our Hilton hotels include complimentary on-site parking, which is handy when you are loading up for a day of driving the Parkway and the surrounding mountains.