North Carolina Hotels and Accommodations Overview

North Carolina is a grand state with opportunities for various experiences for tourists and visitors. From the furthest point east to the furthest point west, the state measures 560 miles wide. It is the widest state east of the Mississippi.  The state can be divided into three areas: the coastal area along the eastern and southern side, the piedmont in the center, and the mountains in the west.

 

·        Coastal Area: The eastern coastal area of North Carolina offers the opportunity to explore southern culture and history, as in historic Edenton, a restored city with its beautiful 18^th-century buildings to the Museum of Albemarle which tells the story of eastern North Carolina from the Indian history to the settlers and the beautiful old town of Bath. Along the central coast are opportunities to visit growing towns, East Coast University, and historic Beaufort as well as New Berne which is rich in colonial history. The southern coast is very diverse. It has amazing beauty coming from Wilmington and the string of islands right off the coast, the Outer Banks.  The southern coast offers ‘everything water’ from ferry boat rides and parasailing to fishing and boating. Golfing along the coast is a big draw as well as the many festivals offered in this water-based area.

·        Piedmont Area: “Piedmont” is a French word meaning “foot of the mountains.” North Carolina’s Piedmont region is often referred to as the “the foothills.” It is also referred to as the “plateau” because it is high in elevation and it is flat. The Piedmont of North Carolina is between the coastal area and the mountainous region. It’s most eastern point is Goldsboro and it stretches to the west to Granite Falls. In the Piedmont you can visit the site of the first gold rush in the United States, fish or canoe in a 32-mile long lake, visit the first habitat zoo of America, or attend sports events from the NFL to a NASCAR race.

·        Mountainous Area: The western North Carolina mountains are serene and beautiful. From breath-taking fall colors to the gorgeous green spring time, the mountainous region of North Carolina has a great blend of adventures and solitude, city and country, old and new all year long! Riding along the Blue Ridge Parkway, visiting the biggest estate in the United States, the Biltmore Estate, enjoying the shops of Ashville, or just hiking, the mountains of North Carolina are pleasing to every type of person.

 

Every region of North Carolina has something to offer. Take a look at the hotels and accommodations offered across the state.