Why we can’t wait to adventure over to the brand new Trailborn hotel in Highlands, North Carolina A Nordic spa, crackling fire pits, and a lush flower garden. Guided hikes to forage mushrooms in tranquil woods. Live music, beautiful guest rooms, and exquisite Southern fare in a historic log cabin. You don’t need an excuse to plan a getaway to Trailborn Highlands, a newly opened hotel in Highlands, North Carolina—but there are countless reasons calling you to the Blue Ridge Mountains.