Do you need a little getaway? Off-the-beaten-track travel is my favorite. When I choose a hotel, I choose the quieter spots to get the most out of my vacation. If you’re looking for somewhere to take a quiet break, North Carolina has some great spots.

According to TripAdvisor‘s new ranking of the best small hotels in the United States, two hotels in North Carolina made the cut. On the list, you will find intimate hotels that are ideal for relaxing, romancing, and taking a break. Even our neighboring states South Carolina and Georgia made the list.

These are all the top 21 best small hotels on the list. These North Carolina destinations rank among the most quaint places to stay in the U.S.

• 21. Ocracoke Harbor Inn Ocracoke, North Carolina

  Beautiful glow that the sky gives! 🌅 (photo: @ocracoke_harbor_inn) #repost #beautifulsky #sunset #lighthouse #ocracoke #obx #outerbanks #obxlighthouse #light #nc #visitnc #nctourism #visitobx #explorenc #exloreobx #obxtourism #visitocracoke pic.twitter.com/Zi1qqb1H4C

  — Outer Banks Tourism (@OBXTourism) February 19, 2019

• 20. The Gastonian Savannah, Georgia

  RT if you wish you could spend the night at The Gastonian in #Savannah, #Georgia! http://t.co/fcA3kss0Vq pic.twitter.com/AMayyHmqhO

  — Explore Georgia (@ExploreGeorgia) June 11, 2014

• 19. Knob Hill Inn Ketchum, Idaho

  Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, our spacious guestrooms and suites provide luxury amenities to make sure your escape to Ketchum is a trip you won't forget!#knobhillinn #visitketchum pic.twitter.com/EUUybhbTe0

  — Knob Hill Inn (@KnobHillInn) May 13, 2022

• 18. Merrion Row Hotel and Public House New York City, New York

  Traveling with a group? Our unique layout and intimate size makes it easy to reserve room blocks and create connecting suites. Learn more: https://t.co/x00Qk5qdQu. pic.twitter.com/eKqEtabTIS

  — Merrion Row Hotel and Public House (@MerrionRowNYC) April 12, 2019

• 17. Huff House Inn and Cabins Jackson, Wyoming

  Relaxation awaits. pic.twitter.com/VaplOQ4zeL

  — Huff House Inn (@HuffHouseInn) October 8, 2015

• 16. Wentworth Mansion Charleston, South Carolina

  Explore the history and unprecedented architecture of Charleston. #WhenatWentworth pic.twitter.com/d1goMC8eMa

  — Wentworth Mansion (@WWMansionChas) April 29, 2020

• 15. The Gardens Hotel Key West, Florida

  Good Morning world! Key West is beautiful today! pic.twitter.com/tJ5smzeVQm

  — The Gardens Hotel (@TheGardensHotel) March 8, 2022

• 14. Black Dolphin Inn New Smyrna Beach, Florida

  Birds eye view of New Smyrna Beach! 🌴🐬💕 The weather may be brisk, but the water is beautiful! @ New Smyrna Beach, Florida https://t.co/ZtGQmQ2dbq

  — Black Dolphin Inn (@BlackDolphinInn) February 28, 2020

• 13. Teerman Lofts Holland, Michigan

  Teerman Lofts is officially open! http://t.co/AjX05HVsau pic.twitter.com/EMOEvhx3ZI

  — Downtown Holland (@DowntownHolland) April 25, 2013

• 12. Kehoe House Savannah, Georgia

• 11. Landmark Inn Cooperstown, New York

• 10. Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort Poipu, Hawaii

• 9. Adobe Grand Villas Sedona, Arizona

• 8. John Rutledge House Inn Charleston, South Carolina

  Start the morning with a sumptuous spread in-room. #JustrightatJRH 📸 @happygoabi pic.twitter.com/LaRoYV8VP1

  — JohnRutledgeHouseInn (@JohnRutledgeInn) April 29, 2020

• 7. Stewart Inn Wausau, Wisconsin

  https://twitter.com/wendykloiber/status/881595747904475137

• 6. Lookout Point Lakeside Inn Hot Springs, Arkansas

  🛎️ We're Checkin' Inn to Lookout Point Lakeside Inn on beautiful Lake Hamilton! Lookout Point offers a luxurious stay directly on the water where you can enjoy gourmet breakfast, afternoon cocktails & appetizers, a pontoon boat for pre-dinner cruises & an award-winning garden! pic.twitter.com/r1zEPGetsm

  — Visit Hot Springs (@VisitHotSprings) August 26, 2020

• 5. Chatham Inn Chatham, Massachusetts

  Sadly the tree in this image and many others fell during the recent storm. The tree was across the street from Chatham Bars Inn on their pool and beach club property. #chatham #chathamma #capecod #storm #tree #seascape #ocean #sea #landscaping #chathambarsinn pic.twitter.com/QaOowiXiq3

  — The Colors of Chatham (@bpdesilets) October 29, 2021

• 4. Oasis Suites Hotel Nags Head, North Carolina

  Just WOW😍
  
  Check this out — #13NewsNow Daybreaker Beverly L. Sutton sent this stunner of a sunrise in from the Oasis Suites Hotel in Nags Head, NC📸#ViewerPhoto #13Weather #NCwx #13Daybreakers pic.twitter.com/UXdThzDt7i

  — Payton Domschke (@PaytonDomschke) June 29, 2020

• 3. Desert Riviera Hotel Palm Springs, California

  Check our this new restaurant in downtown Palm springs. They already have a successful place in Palm Desert. Next time you're in town. Don't miss out! https://t.co/34IKwgQsLo

  — Desert Riviera Hotel (@desertriviera) April 6, 2019

• 2. Port d'Hiver Melbourne Beach, Florida

  Port d'Hiver Bed and Breakfast - Melbourne Beach😀https://t.co/in2bLCihR8👍
  *#melbournebeach #travel #mp_traveldestination #mp_florida #florida #mp_unitedstates #travelgram #mp_unitedstates_florida #visitflorida #traveling #beach #travelphotography #travelblogger #traveler #a✴️ pic.twitter.com/IEaUd1oK3B

  — Florida Hotels tv (@tv_florida) September 5, 2021

• 1. Topside Inn Boothbay Harbor, Maine

  https://twitter.com/Melinda_paints/status/1525901204349505537

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