Set in a commercial area off I-40, this relaxed hotel in a modern building is 3 miles from guided tours of the Basilica of Saint Lawrence and 4 miles from the landmark Biltmore Estate.
Accessed by exterior corridors, the unassuming rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, in addition to microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers.
Parking is complimentary, as is a breakfast buffet served in a casual dining area. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and a gym.
The History of Asheville
Before European settlement, Asheville was part of the Cherokee Nation. Bearing the name Untokiasdiyi, meaning “Where they race,” the Cherokee people used the area as a gathering place.
Settlement didn’t occur until after the Revolutionary War, in 1784, when Colonel Samuel Davidson and his family arrived, claiming land through a soldier’s grant. The settlement, initially named “Morristown,” was later renamed Asheville in honor of North Carolina Governor Samuel Ashe.
Asheville became an important outpost in the Blue Ridge Mountains, attracting famous travelers like Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett. The city flourished during the railway boom into the 1920s but faced a significant setback during the stock market crash of 1929. However, thanks to a committed urban renewal plan and efforts to maintain the city’s charm, Asheville transformed into the vibrant culture hub it is today.