This contemporary hotel offers modern comforts and breathtaking views of the lake—perfect for getaways for couples and families.
Nestled in the heart of Lake Junaluska, The Terrace Hotel is convenient to the Harrell Center, Stuart Auditorium and the Rose Walk. Come relax in a rocking chair on one of the balconies or read a book by the large fireplace in the lobby. Included in your stay:
- Upgraded king and double queen rooms with refrigerator, Wi-fi, television
- Hot breakfast with waffles, fruit, yogurt, cereal, eggs, grits and bacon or sausage
- Lakeside outdoor pool
- Tennis/pickleball courts
- Access to lakeside attractions such as the walking trail, gardens and Rose Walk
- In-hotel fitness room and access to Lake Junaluska Fitness Center
- The Market, a 24-hour convenience center
Fall for Lake Junaluska Lodging Special
Save 25% on your fall getaway at Lake Junaluska!
Book between August 1 and Labor Day for two nights or more during September 6 – November 6, 2022, and enjoy 25% off your stay.
Experience colorful leaves and crisp mountain air during daytime strolls along the walking trail or aboard fun lake cruises, with cozy evenings by The Terrace Hotel fireplace or curled up on a comfy couch in the Lambuth Inn lobby. There are plenty of fall-themed activities in nearby Waynesville and Maggie Valley to round out your autumn getaway.
- Availability:
- Fall
- Pricing Information:
- Save 25% on your fall getaway at Lake Junaluska!
- Booking Details:
- Book between August 1 and Labor Day for two nights or more during September 6 - November 6, 2022, and enjoy 25% off your stay. To book, you must call 800-222-4930 and ask for the “Fall for Lake Junaluska” special to receive the 25% discount. Blackout dates may apply. This discount cannot be combined with any other special or offer and cannot be used for conferences or groups. The amount for your entire stay is due at time of booking and is non-refundable. 25% discount is available at The Terrace Hotel or Lambuth Inn. Two night minimum stay required. Breakfast at The Terrace Dining Room is included at no charge with a stay at The Terrace Hotel and can be purchased for an additional cost by Lambuth Inn guests.
2022 Balsam Range Art of Music Festival Package
Spend the weekend Dec. 2-4, 2022, at scenic Lake Junaluska during the Balsam Range Art of Music Festival! The 2022 Festival Lodging Package includes for two people:
• Two nights of on-site festival lodging at The Terrace Hotel or Lambuth Inn (Dec. 2-4, 2022) (based on double occupancy)
• Tickets for two people for special reserved seating for concerts at Lake Junaluska on Dec. 2 & Dec. 3, 2022
• Breakfast on Dec. 3 & Dec. 4, 2022
• Festival workshops on Dec. 3, 2022
• Lake Junaluska Gift
- Availability:
- Holidays,
- Winter
- Pricing Information:
- Lodging packages for two people start at $614 + tax for a lakeside room at The Terrace Hotel, $594 + tax for a northside room at The Terrace Hotel, and $585 + tax for a room at historic Lambuth Inn. (Ask us about adding additional nights or guests to your package!)
- Booking Details:
- Book a festival lodging package online or call 800-222-4930
Group Ski Packages
Lake Junaluska makes planning your ski weekend simple – we take care of all the details while you enjoy time with your family or group. Our ski packages include lodging, meals, ski lift ticket, boots and skis, and a lesson at the ski area. Available seasonally from December to February.
- Availability:
- Holidays,
- Winter
- Booking Details:
- For more information, email [email protected] or call 800-222-4930 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
QiGong
- Date:
- August 17, 2022
- Time:
- 5:30 pm–6:15 pm
- Location:
- Outdoor lawn near Memorial Chapel
- Categories:
- Summer Activities Program
Marga Fripp will lead QiQong on the outdoor lawn near Memorial Chapel on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. for Lake Junaluska’s Summer Activities Program.
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QiGong
- Date:
- August 24, 2022
- Time:
- 5:30 pm–6:15 pm
- Location:
- Outdoor lawn near Memorial Chapel
- Categories:
- Summer Activities Program
Marga Fripp will lead QiQong on the outdoor lawn near Memorial Chapel on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. for Lake Junaluska’s Summer Activities Program.
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Smoky Mountain Folk Festival
- Date:
- August 26, 2022–August 27, 2022
- Location:
- Stuart Auditorium and Outdoor Tent
- Categories:
- Concerts
The traditional Southern Appalachian sounds of string bands and clog dancing will echo off the scenic hills bordering the cool waters of Lake Junaluska on Friday, Aug. 26, and Saturday, Aug. 27 as the performers of the 51st Annual Smoky Mountain Folk Festival celebrate the culture and heritage of the Appalachian region. Book your stay for this two-day event now.
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Aging Gracefully Yoga Retreat
- Date:
- September 25, 2022–September 28, 2022
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal, Yoga Retreats
Join us for a retreat focused on aging gracefully and maintaining your strength, mobility and agility for your highest quality of life.
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Choir Music Weekend | 2022
- Date:
- October 14, 2022–October 16, 2022
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal
Spend a scenic fall weekend at Lake Junaluska as you enjoy a weekend of music, worship and workshops with members of medium and small church choirs.
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Journey to Joy Women’s Retreat
- Date:
- November 11, 2022–November 13, 2022
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal
Enjoy a weekend of laughter, sharing, worship and fellowship at a Journey to Joy Women’s Retreat at Lake Junaluska.
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Thanksgiving 2022
- Date:
- November 24, 2022
- Location:
- Terrace Hotel Dining Room
- Categories:
- Dining Events
We have much to be thankful for and invite you to join us this Thanksgiving at Lake Junaluska. Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast at The Terrace Hotel dining room and a peaceful waterfront setting with a lakeside trail to walk off the extra calories, rocking chairs for relaxation and plenty of festive holiday decorations. Stay the weekend or visit just for a day.
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Balsam Range Art of Music Festival
- Date:
- December 2, 2022–December 4, 2022
- Categories:
- Concerts
Hosted by internationally acclaimed group Balsam Range, the Art of Music Festival features concerts by some of the top bluegrass and acoustic musicians in the nation.
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Appalachian Christmas
- Date:
- December 15, 2022–December 18, 2022
Enjoy a special weekend of holiday events, music and more, and see Lake Junaluska decorated for the holidays during our Appalachian Christmas festivities.
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Lake Junaluska Winter Youth Retreat
- Date:
- January 13, 2023–January 16, 2023
- Location:
- Lake Junaluska
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal
Come with your youth group for energized worship, fellowship and fun at our Winter Youth Retreat during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend.
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Lake Junaluska Winter Youth Retreat
- Date:
- January 20, 2023–January 22, 2023
- Location:
- Lake Junaluska
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal
Come with your youth group for energized worship, fellowship and fun at our Winter Youth Retreat during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend.
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Lake Junaluska Winter Youth Retreat
- Date:
- January 27, 2023–January 29, 2023
- Location:
- Lake Junaluska
- Categories:
- Retreats, Spiritual Renewal
Come with your youth group for energized worship, fellowship and fun at our Winter Youth Retreat during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend.
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Nestled next to a 200-acre lake in the mountains, The Terrace at Lake Junaluska feels worlds away but is close to top Western North Carolina attractions. Enjoy shopping, dining and entertainment in nearby Waynesville and Maggie Valley. Drive less than 15 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway or Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or drive 30 minutes to Asheville or Cherokee. Ask about visiting Biltmore Estate!
- Discover places to ski, snow tube and enjoy Western North Carolina as a Winter Wonderland.
- See scenic views from the Blue Ridge Parkway.
- Watch the majestic Cataloochee Elk.
- Adventure to waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest.
- Spend time outdoors and more in Cherokee.
Check out the area at Visit NC Smokies.
Enjoy continental breakfast at The Terrace Hotel dining room, which is located on the hotel’s third floor and offers scenic indoor and outdoor dining with a patio overlooking the lake. Available from 6:30 to 9 a.m. daily, breakfast includes waffles, fruit, yogurt, cereal, scrambled eggs, grits, and bacon or sausage. Beverages offered are milk, juice, coffee, tea and water.
If breakfast is included in your stay, present the meal ticket you received at check-in at the door to enjoy the breakfast buffet. For lodging guests without a meal ticket, or the general public, breakfast may be purchased for $13 for adults and $7 for children ages 4 to 11 at the host stand. Children ages 3 and younger dine for free.
Lake Junaluska follows enhanced cleaning and sanitation processes pursuant to guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and other leading health and industry experts. Visit our health and safety page to learn more:
Awards & Recognition
Clean, beautiful mountain lake stay
Ie782015, Tripadvisor Review, September 2020The Terrace was clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly and the location was excellent. The common areas were comfortable, especially the rocking chairs that overlook the lake…
Convenient and clean hotel
salsalisa, Tripadvisor Review, April 2021We stayed at The Terrace because it had a convenient location not far from the visitor center of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This was a good base to stay at while we explored the area, including the Great Smoky Mountains, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The hotel and our room was incredibly clean…
Clean and Updated!
LeslieinTN, TripAdvisor review, March 2021My friend and I enjoyed our stay, and I’d definitely stay here again. All the staff working here (from check out, cleaning staff, and in the dining area) were very friendly and helpful.
