The Horton Hotel, Boone

The Horton Hotel - A boutique downtown Boone hotel with rooftop lounge and 15 unique rooms

Located across from Mast General Store in downtown Boone, The Horton features 15 distinctively decorated guest rooms with king or queen beds. This historic 1920s Boone hotel provides custom wood slab furniture, plush bedding, and modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. The property's standout feature is its rooftop lounge offering 360-degree views of Howard's Knob, Appalachian State campus, and downtown. A lobby lounge serves craft cocktails, local beers, and artisanal wines. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast with locally roasted coffee, fresh pastries, and granola from 7-10am daily. The lower level offers pet-friendly accommodations for up to two pets per room. Walking distance to restaurants, shops and Appalachian State University positions visitors steps from downtown attractions. The rooftop bar operates seasonally from April through November, weather permitting.

Pros

Custom welcome gifts include local chocolates and spring water

Complimentary artisan breakfast bar features locally sourced ingredients

Lower level rooms accommodate pets with dedicated amenities

Exclusive guest passes provided for downtown partner businesses

Cons

Rooftop bar closes during winter months (November-April)

Limited on-site parking requires walking from Howard Street lot