Places to Stay Near Mars Hill University
A Family-Friendly Mountain Home Base for MHU Visitors
Lodging Near Mars Hill University
Visiting Mars Hill University? Stay together at Mars Hill Haven, a spacious mountain cabin in Mars Hill, NC with room for up to 10 guests, three king bedrooms, a private hot tub, game room and everything families need for campus visits, move-in, Homecoming, graduation and weekends with their Lion.
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Keep the whole family together
Relax after a day on campus
Pool, games & family time
Breakfasts, dinners & longer stays
A Comfortable Home Base for Mars Hill University Families
College visits often bring more than just Mom and Dad. Grandparents, siblings, friends and extended family may all want to be part of move-in, Homecoming, graduation or a special weekend on campus.
Instead of splitting everyone between hotel rooms, Mars Hill Haven gives your group one comfortable place to stay together. Enjoy breakfast around the dining table, unwind in the hot tub after a busy day, play a round of pool downstairs or simply relax and enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountain views.
With three king bedrooms, a custom bunk room, multiple bathrooms and room for up to 10 guests, the cabin works especially well for families traveling together.
Visiting Mars Hill University?
Move-In Weekend
Give the family plenty of room while helping your student settle into life on The Hill.
Graduation
Celebrate your graduate with the whole family under one roof instead of scattered hotel rooms.
Homecoming
Return to The Hill, reconnect with friends and enjoy a mountain getaway at the same time.
Games & Campus Events
Make Mars Hill Haven your home base for athletic events, performances and weekends with your student.
Campus Visits
Tour Mars Hill University and turn the trip into a relaxing weekend in Western North Carolina.
Family Visits
Sometimes you don't need an event — you just want a weekend with your Lion.
Coming Back to The Hill?
There is something special about coming back to Mars Hill. Whether you're returning for Homecoming, a class reunion, an athletic event or simply visiting old friends, Mars Hill Haven gives your group a place to reconnect beyond campus.
With room for up to 10 guests, three king bedrooms, a large family dining area, game room, private hot tub and plenty of gathering space, Mars Hill Haven is especially well suited for alumni and friends traveling back to Mars Hill together.
Important 2026 Mars Hill University Dates
Planning ahead? These are several key university dates families and alumni may want to keep on their calendar.
August 21: First-Year & Transfer Student Move-In
August 23: Continuing Student Move-In
October 3: Homecoming, Alumni Day & Mars Hill Heritage Festival
December 11: Graduation Exercises
University schedules may change. Always confirm dates and event details directly with Mars Hill University before making travel plans.
Planning Your Mars Hill University Visit
We've gathered a few official Mars Hill University resources to make planning your trip easier. For university dates, schedules, campus information and events, always confirm details directly with MHU.
Official university website 🏫 Campus Visits
Tours and prospective-student visits 📅 Academic Calendar
Semester dates and important events ❤️ Parents & Family
Resources for Lion families 🦁 MHU Alumni
Alumni news, events and resources 🛏️ MHU Accommodations
Official area lodging resource
Turn Your Campus Visit Into a Mountain Weekend
One of the best parts of visiting Mars Hill University is everything else you can experience while you're here. Mars Hill Haven gives you a comfortable home base for exploring Mars Hill and Western North Carolina before or after your campus visit.
Explore More During Your Stay
We've put together local guides to help Mars Hill University families and alumni make the most of their time in Western North Carolina.
Everything Your Family Needs
✓ Sleeps up to 10 guests
✓ Three king bedrooms
✓ Custom bunk room
✓ Private hot tub
✓ Full game room
✓ Pool table & digital game table
✓ Fully equipped kitchen
✓ Dining table for the whole family
✓ Fast Wi-Fi
✓ Washer & dryer
✓ Wrap-around deck
✓ Blue Ridge Mountain views
✓ Fire pit
✓ Pet friendly
✓ Private parking
✓ Self check-in
Coming to The Hill?
Make Mars Hill Haven your family's home away from home whenever you're visiting Mars Hill University.
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