Fall & Holiday Travel with The Restoration Hotel Collection
Two destinations. One beautifully timed season.
From golden mountain views in Asheville to crisp historic walks in Charleston, fall and the holidays bring a different kind of magic to The Restoration Hotel Collection. Plan ahead for foliage weekends, festive city escapes, Thanksgiving travel, Christmas traditions, culinary events, holiday shopping, and New Year’s celebrations in two of the South’s most memorable destinations.
Whether you’re drawn to the Blue Ridge Mountains or the cobblestone charm of Charleston, The Restoration gives you a spacious, design-forward place to settle in for the season.
Plan Now for Fall Weekends, Holiday Escapes & End-of-Year Travel
The best seasonal trips tend to disappear from the calendar before the first sweater comes out. October, November, and December bring some of the year’s most popular travel moments to Charleston and Asheville, from peak fall color and Christmas at Biltmore to historic home tours, food festivals, holiday lights, Thanksgiving weekends, and New Year’s Eve getaways.
At The Restoration Hotel Collection, each destination offers more than a place to stay. You’ll find spacious suites, local dining, thoughtful details, and a sense of place that makes your trip feel personal from the moment you arrive. The Restoration’s official site positions Charleston with residential-style suites on historic King Street and Asheville with an all-suite boutique hotel experience in the heart of downtown.
Fall vs. Holiday: When Should You Visit?
Visit in October For:
- Fall foliage in Asheville
- Blue Ridge Parkway scenic drives
- Charleston architecture and historic walking tours
- Mild weather and outdoor dining
- Fall festivals, arts weekends, and long-weekend escapes
Visit in November For:
- Thanksgiving getaways
- Food and wine travel in Charleston
- Charleston Literary Festival
- The start of Christmas at Biltmore
- Holiday lights in Charleston and Asheville
- Early holiday shopping weekends
Visit in December For:
- Christmas at Biltmore
- Charleston holiday lights and events
- King Street shopping
- Cozy Asheville mountain weekends
- Holiday dinners and festive cocktails
- New Year’s Eve getaways
Choose Your Fall & Holiday Destination
Charleston, South Carolina
Historic Streets, Rooftop Views & Coastal Holiday Charm
Charleston is made for travelers who want culture, walkability, shopping, dining, and mild fall weather wrapped in a historic setting. Stay in the heart of downtown on King Street and build your trip around architectural tours, culinary events, holiday lights, boutique shopping, rooftop cocktails, and festive Lowcountry traditions.
Best for couples, food lovers, history travelers, holiday shoppers, friend getaways, Thanksgiving weekends, and New Year’s Eve escapes.
Seasonal highlightss
October
Fall Tours & Historic Home Experiences
Explore Charleston’s history through fall home tours, private gardens, walking tours, and beautiful historic neighborhoods during one of the city’s best strolling seasons.
November
Charleston Literary Festival
The Charleston Literary Festival brings books, conversation, history, and creative energy to the city, making it an ideal November weekend for culture-focused travelers.
November
Food & Wine Classic in Charleston
The Food & Wine Classic in Charleston brings a full weekend of culinary experiences to the city, giving food-focused travelers a delicious reason to plan a fall getaway.
November–December
Holiday Festival of Lights
The Holiday Festival of Lights brings one of Charleston’s favorite seasonal traditions to life with glowing displays, festive energy, and family-friendly holiday fun.
December
King Street Holiday Shopping
King Street shines during the holidays with boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and festive storefronts, making downtown Charleston perfect for seasonal shopping and wandering.
December
New Year’s Eve in Charleston
Celebrate the year’s end with rooftop views, seasonal dining, coastal charm, and festive Charleston energy, all close to The Restoration’s downtown home base.
Asheville, North Carolina
Mountain Color, Biltmore Traditions & Cozy Downtown Energy
Asheville is the destination for travelers chasing fall foliage, mountain drives, holiday lights, arts, craft culture, and Christmas at Biltmore. Stay downtown and enjoy the ease of a suite-style home base close to restaurants, galleries, breweries, live music, and rooftop mountain views.
The Restoration Asheville offers spacious all-suite accommodations, rooftop mountain views, dining, breakfast baskets, wine and cheese socials, and Guest Curator service.
Best for leaf peepers, couples, families, Biltmore travelers, holiday road trippers, long-weekend guests, and mountain getaway planners.
Seasonal highlightss
October
Fall Foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Asheville shines in October as the Blue Ridge Mountains shift into rich fall color. Use local fall color reports to help plan the best timing for a foliage-filled getaway.
October
Blue Ridge Parkway Scenic Drives
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a must during Asheville’s fall season, with scenic overlooks, mountain views, and easy access to some of the area’s best leaf-peeping routes.
November–January
Christmas at Biltmore
Christmas at Biltmore brings grand décor, candlelight experiences, and seasonal beauty to one of Asheville’s most iconic holiday traditions.
November–January
Winter Lights North Carolina Arboretum
Winter Lights transforms the North Carolina Arboretum into a glowing holiday experience, perfect for families, couples, and festive evening plans.
November–December
Downtown Asheville Holiday Weekends
Downtown Asheville pairs restaurants, shops, breweries, galleries, and seasonal events with mountain-town charm for an easy holiday weekend escape.
December–January
New Year’s Eve & Winter Mountain Getaways
Ring in the new year with cocktails, live music, rooftop views, and crisp mountain air in the heart of downtown Asheville.
Featured Seasonal Itineraries
Not sure which fall or holiday trip is calling your name? Start here. Whether you’re planning a foliage-filled weekend in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a festive Charleston escape, a Thanksgiving getaway, or a New Year’s trip with a little sparkle, these seasonal itineraries make it easy to choose your destination and build a stay around the moments that matter most.
Arrive downtown, settle into your suite, and start the weekend with cocktails or dinner before a full day of mountain color. Spend the next morning exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, visiting Biltmore, or browsing local galleries and shops. End the day with rooftop views, craft drinks, and the easy comfort of a spacious suite waiting nearby.
Perfect For:
Fall Foliage Trips, Romantic Weekends, Biltmore Visits, Mountain Road Trips
A Fall Weekend in Charleston
Check in on King Street and spend the weekend walking through Charleston’s historic neighborhoods, touring private homes and gardens, shopping local boutiques, and enjoying rooftop views over the city. October brings a gentler rhythm to Charleston, making it ideal for travelers who want culture, dining, and coastal charm without the rush of peak summer.
Perfect For:
Historic Tours, Food-Focused Weekends, Couples Trips, Friend Getaways
Build your trip around Christmas at Biltmore, Winter Lights, downtown shopping, and cozy dinners after a day in the mountains. Asheville feels especially festive in November and December, with holiday traditions, creative energy, and a crisp mountain backdrop that makes even a quick getaway feel like a full seasonal reset.
Perfect For:
Christmas at Biltmore Trips, Holiday Couples Getaways, Family Travel, Winter Weekends
Check in on King Street and spend the weekend walking through Charleston’s historic neighborhoods, touring private homes and gardens, shopping local boutiques, and enjoying rooftop views over the city. October brings a gentler rhythm to Charleston, making it ideal for travelers who want culture, dining, and coastal charm without the rush of peak summer.
Perfect For:
Historic Tours, Food-Focused Weekends, Couples Trips, Friend Getaways
Make the Long Weekend Feel Like a Real Escape
Thanksgiving travel does not have to mean crowded kitchens and complicated logistics. In Charleston and Asheville, the holiday weekend can become a relaxed seasonal getaway with space to spread out, restaurants nearby, walkable neighborhoods, and plenty to do between Thursday dinner and Sunday checkout.
Choose Asheville for mountain air, Biltmore holiday traditions, and cozy downtown evenings. Choose Charleston for historic streets, coastal charm, holiday lights, and King Street shopping.
End the Year Somewhere Worth Remembering
Close the year with a trip that feels like a proper exhale. Charleston offers rooftop views, coastal celebrations, and festive downtown energy. Asheville brings mountain-town nightlife, cocktails, live music, and a cozy winter setting. Whether you want a polished dinner, a walkable night out, or a suite to retreat to after midnight, The Restoration gives you a stylish place to start the new year.
Why Stay with The Restoration Hotel Collection?
Spacious Suite-Style Stays
Settle into roomier accommodations made for more than a quick overnight. The Restoration is ideal for long weekends, holiday travel, family visits, and guests who want the comfort of a residential-style stay.
Walkable Downtown Locations
Stay close to the seasonal experiences travelers come for most. In Charleston, that means King Street, dining, shopping, and historic neighborhoods. In Asheville, it means restaurants, galleries, breweries, live music, and mountain access.
Local Dining & Rooftop Views
Enjoy food, drinks, and views without over-planning every moment. Think rooftop dinners in Charleston, mountain-view cocktails in Asheville, and cozy places to land between fall outings, holiday events, and seasonal adventures.
Smart Seasonal Planning
Fall and holiday weekends book quickly around major events, peak foliage, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. Planning ahead gives guests the best chance to choose their preferred destination, dates, and suite style.
Fall & Holiday Travel FAQs
What are the best fall and holiday destinations in the South?
Charleston, South Carolina and Asheville, North Carolina are two of the best fall and holiday destinations in the South. Asheville is ideal for fall foliage, Blue Ridge Mountain views, Christmas at Biltmore, and cozy winter weekends. Charleston is ideal for historic charm, food festivals, holiday shopping, coastal weather, and New Year’s Eve getaways.
Is Asheville or Charleston better for a fall getaway?
Choose Asheville for mountain views, fall foliage, scenic drives, and outdoor adventure. Choose Charleston for historic architecture, walkable neighborhoods, rooftop dining, shopping, and cultural events. Both destinations are strong options for October and November travel.
When is the best time to visit Asheville for fall foliage?
October is one of the best times to visit Asheville for fall foliage. The timing can vary by elevation, but travelers often plan fall getaways around Blue Ridge Parkway drives, mountain overlooks, hiking, and downtown Asheville weekends.
Is Charleston a good place to visit in the fall?
Yes. Charleston is a great fall destination thanks to its mild weather, historic walking tours, rooftop dining, shopping, food events, and coastal charm. October and November are especially popular for travelers who want a seasonal city escape.
What is there to do in Asheville during the holidays?
Holiday travelers can enjoy Christmas at Biltmore, Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum, downtown shopping, restaurants, breweries, galleries, live music, and mountain views. Asheville is a strong choice for Christmas trips, Thanksgiving weekends, and winter getaways.
What is there to do in Charleston during the holidays?
Charleston holiday travelers can enjoy the Holiday Festival of Lights, King Street shopping, seasonal dining, historic neighborhoods, festive performances, rooftop views, and nearby coastal celebrations. It is a popular destination for December weekends and New Year’s Eve travel.
Where should I stay for Christmas at Biltmore?
Downtown Asheville is a convenient place to stay for Christmas at Biltmore because it gives travelers access to the estate, restaurants, shopping, galleries, breweries, and evening plans. The Restoration Asheville offers spacious suite-style accommodations in the heart of downtown.
Where should I stay for a holiday weekend in Charleston?
Downtown Charleston is the best place to stay for a holiday weekend because travelers can walk to King Street shopping, restaurants, historic neighborhoods, and seasonal experiences. The Restoration Charleston offers a stylish home base in the heart of the city.
Is New Year’s Eve better in Charleston or Asheville?
Charleston is a great New Year’s Eve destination for rooftop views, coastal charm, dining, and festive downtown energy. Asheville is ideal for cocktails, live music, mountain-town nightlife, and a cozy winter escape. The best choice depends on whether travelers prefer a coastal city celebration or a mountain getaway.
When should I book fall and holiday travel?
Travelers should book fall and holiday trips as early as possible, especially for October foliage weekends, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. Popular seasonal weekends in Charleston and Asheville can fill quickly.
Why stay with The Restoration Hotel Collection for fall or holiday travel?
The Restoration Hotel Collection offers spacious suite-style stays, walkable downtown locations, local dining, rooftop moments, and easy access to seasonal experiences in Charleston and Asheville. Both hotels are designed for travelers who want comfort, style, and a strong sense of place.
Hotel amenities
Always Included at The Restoration Hotel
- Daily Breakfast Basket delivered quietly to your room each morning, stocked with elevated basics to start the day with ease.
- Personalized Concierge Service (Guest Curator) your local guide who helps shape your stay, from dining reservations to hidden-gem experiences.
- On-Property Jeep Transportation (2-Mile Radius) complimentary transportation to anywhere within a two-mile radius, so you can explore nearby neighborhoods, dining, and attractions.
- Daily Wine + Cheese evening ritual designed for slowing down, connecting, and easing into the night.
Explore Our Locations
Within The Restoration collection, destinations are shaped by place, design, and thoughtful hospitality. Visit About The Restoration to learn more about the philosophy behind the brand, then explore event spaces, restaurant buyouts, and full-hotel buyout opportunities across each location.
The restoration Charleston
Historic architecture, layered interiors, and versatile spaces in the heart of Charleston.
The restoration Asheville
Creative energy, mountain views, and rooftop venues set against the Blue Ridge backdrop.
