The Terrace at Lake Junaluska is a haven on the waterfront, offering a free breakfast buffet and an adjacent golf course. Enjoy water activities like kayaking or fishing, relax at Wellness By The Lake spa or play basketball and volleyball; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
689 North Lakeshore Drive, Lake Junaluska, NC, 28745
What's nearby
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Queen's Farm Stables - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Waynesville Recreation Center - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Cataloochee Ski Area - 23 min drive - 20.9 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Singletree Heritage Kitchen - 7 min drive
Wendy's - 6 min drive
Blue Rooster Southern Grill - 5 min drive
About this property
The Terrace at Lake Junaluska
Adjacent to a golf course, The Terrace at Lake Junaluska is a great choice for a stay in Lake Junaluska. After having fun at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include 6 outdoor tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness centre and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee shop
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Mini golf
Playground
Lifeguard on-site
Paddleboard on-site
What to do
Tennis
Basketball
Volleyball
Ecotours
Golfing
Mini golf
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Canoeing
Boat tours
Paddleboard on-site
Shopping
Fishing
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Free use of nearby fitness centre
Mountain climbing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Golf cart on-site
Golf clubs on-site
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Paddleboard on-site
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Communal living room
24-hour fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
Seasonal outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Golf clubhouse on-site
Golf pro shop on-site
4 outdoor pickleball courts
6 outdoor tennis courts
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Terrace Hotel Dining Room – On-site buffet restaurant.
Gifts and Grounds – On-site coffee shop. Open selected days.
Crepes & Custard – On-site café. Open selected days.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 7.0 per cent will be charged
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to August
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Terrace Lake Junaluska Hotel
Terrace Lake Junaluska
The Terrace at Lake Junaluska Hotel
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The Terrace at Lake Junaluska Hotel Lake Junaluska
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Terrace at Lake Junaluska?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Terrace at Lake Junaluska?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Terrace at Lake Junaluska?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Terrace at Lake Junaluska?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Terrace at Lake Junaluska and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, rowing and fishing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball, ecotours and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska also has a picnic area and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around The Terrace at Lake Junaluska like?
The Terrace at Lake Junaluska is located on the waterfront, a short 11-minute walk from Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and 19 minutes' walk from Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Terrace at Lake Junaluska Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, good, and excellent with a variety of options. (16 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
11 Jul 2025
Great breakfast, rooms were nice and the setting is beautiful
janet
janet, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
4 Aug 2025
Great Lake views in a peaceful setting
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Great location to activities.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Jul 2025
Buffet breakfast was upscale.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Jul 2025
Very nice!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Jul 2025
Lake Junalaska is a hidden gem. Restaurant offerings are average in quality and limited to a minimal choice buffet. Breakfast is fine, but lunch or dinner is certainly sub par.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Jun 2025
Nice size room with a great view of the lake. Clean and comfortable bed. The breakfast was pedestrian and feel of the building was comfortable with seating on the lake side. Great place for walks with trails around the lake and ice cream across the street. Second time we have stayed here and would come back.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Mar 2025
Great stay- Gorgeous views.
Christian
Christian, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Apr 2025
Great location and very clean rooms.
The room was excellent and the view gorgeous. This was our 2nd stay at this location and we’ll be returning.
Roseann
Roseann, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Amazing views of the lake and mountains, very peaceful sceneries
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Apr 2025
First experience in the area. Love the tranquility! Will stay again
Delmarva
Delmarva, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Mar 2025
Liked the view the best very peaceful setting
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Mar 2025
Always quiet, safe, well-kept property, convenient to everything in the area.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Mar 2025
Awesome hotel
We love this hotel. It exceeded our expectations in every way. We’re booking another stay when we get back home.
Roseann
Roseann, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Feb 2025
Had a great Valentines get away.
Bart
Bart, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Mar 2025
Hidden gem
greg
greg, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
29 May 2025
The pool was about a mile away and charged $30 for three people, plus $3 to rent towels 🙄
TV went out ant 7:30pm and instead of replacing it they wanted us to pack up and move at 9:30pm.
It was a nice hotel otherwise but these things dampened our spirts.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Dec 2024
Love the view of the lake
Very quiet
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Dec 2024
A great family experience
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our little get away here- we were able to relax on the beautiful lake back in September and the wonderful hotel offered a great breakfast buffet.
The lady at the front desk was an absolute doll our entire stay
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Nov 2024
Beautiful peaceful scenery. Families were enjoying each other. A good Thanksgiving.
Martha
Martha, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Jan 2024
We loved our stay & will be back!
Julie
Julie, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Dec 2024
Excellent
Javan
Javan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
26 Dec 2024
Lovely setting
Comfortable place and beautiful setting overlooking the lake. The guest lounge was especially nice. Unfortunately, the dining facility is under renovation, so the breakfast buffet was only adequate. It should be completed soon.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2024
The Lake, wonderful views!!
patrick J
patrick J, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jan 2024
Great service with nice breakfast buffet… It is quiet and clean.