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You're Going to Love Boone

With a population of 17.122, Boone is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Boone deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Boone

If you’re looking for affordable options, Table at Crestwood (3236 Shulls Mill Road) and Pepper's Restaurant and Bar (240 Shadowline Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Boone

Boone in March
Estimated hotel price
$148
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boone in March
Estimated hotel price
$148
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Boone in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Boone, with an average rainfall of 4″.

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How to Get to Boone

Plane

Although Boone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 116 km from Boone. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Boone departs from Detroit and takes around 6h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Boone is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 km from Boone. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Boone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 116 km from Boone. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Boone departs from Detroit and takes around 6h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Boone is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 km from Boone. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Airlines serving Boone

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,851 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,566 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,263 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,980 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (856 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
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Where to stay in Boone

Average rates range from around $377 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boone and Sleep Inn Boone University Area. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Boone, with prices from $102 to $473 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Boone are about 135% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Boone by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Boone

Most booked hotels in Boone

Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge)
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 418 reviews)
$245+
Graystone Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1498 reviews)
$120+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1467 reviews)
$112+
Meadowbrook Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1374 reviews)
$121+
Boxwood Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 575 reviews)
$103+
Holiday Inn Express Blowing Rock South, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1355 reviews)
$114+

Renting a car in Boone

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Boone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boone, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Boone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boone, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Boone

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