Asheville

213-room inn on 8,000 acres that’s also home to the Biltmore House, George Vanderbilt’s 1895 château. — Travel + Leisure

The Grove Park Inn is geared toward luxury travelers and has the price tag to prove it, along with expensive meals and valet parking. — Oyster

In the heart of this burgeoning Blue Ridge destination, this historic hotel is planted in a bed of bohemian culture; galleries, boutiques, restaurants, clubs and exquisite art-deco architecture. — Star Service

Guests are pampered at this Arts & Crafts–style B&B in the Montford section, where most rooms have whirlpool baths, big-screen TVs, and fireplaces. — Fodor's

Located a few blocks north of downtown Asheville and less than five minutes from the Grove Park Inn, the 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage is one of the top B&Bs here. — Star Service

Modern and hip but still grounded in the town’s history...the original elevator pulley system, and lots of exposed brick have been incorporated into the design. — Condé Nast Traveler

Luxury at every turn in a charming historic town. — Gayot

Each of its deliciously luxurious suites is decorated differently, but all have a large bedroom, bathroom, living room, and full kitchen area. — Fodor's

All rooms here are smoke-free, and room service delivers during regular hours. The staff is friendly and enthusiastic at this solid address, which is well-suited to business travelers and weekenders. — Star Service

This place is a relative bargain. — Star Service

Stands out for its location—a short stroll from several good restaurants, within easy walking distance of downtown, yet situated in the quiet, charming Chestnut Hill Historic District. — Fodor's

Innkeepers Peter and Lori White, who have owned bakeries in Palm Beach and Martha's Vineyard, serve three-course breakfasts (raisin scones with clotted cream, apple crisp) every morning. — Travel + Leisure

The hosts are skilled in the art of hospitality and can tell you just about anything you'd want to know about Asheville. — Frommer's