Welcome to Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection™ Hotel, a mountain lodge in Boone, NC set among the Blue Ridge peaks. We are conveniently located for Appalachian State University visitors, with Kidd Brewer Stadium and the Holmes Convocation Center close-at-hand, and steps away from Howard Knob County Park's newly reopened skybridge overlook. Complimentary hot breakfast, complimentary WiFi, and an indoor heated pool welcome guests after a day on the trails or in town.
Rich Mountain rises just northwest of downtown Boone, offering scenic drives and hiking within minutes of the lodge. Approximately 6 miles away, winter travelers can reach Appalachian Ski Mountain in Blowing Rock, while Beech Mountain and the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster in Banner Elk are within day trip range. The lodge is pet friendly and offers EV charging, a fitness center, a snack bar, a gift shop, an outdoor patio with a fire pit, and 24-hour coffee for early departures.
Things You’ll Love
- 1 mile from Appalachian State University
- 2 miles from Howard Knob County Park
- 3 miles from Rich Mountain
- Complimentary hot breakfast and WiFi
- Indoor heated pool and fitness center
- Guest rooms with a microwave and workspace