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Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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248 WBI Drive, Dillsboro, NC, 28725
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jackson County Green Energy Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, River View (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Corner

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of trees through the window.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Dillsboro

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Harris Regional Hospital and Southwestern Community College. This 65-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jackson County Green Energy Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 21 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 23.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Nick’s Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mad Batter Food & Film - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Guests of Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a business center.
42-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 650 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

This hotel in Dillsboro is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Jackson County Green Energy Park. You'll also find Tuckasegee River and Jackson County Historic Courthouse within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites on Nov 15, 2026 start from $103, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include a jetted bathtub and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony and a patio.

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place to stay. Nice rooms ,nice pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property on the River and very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed the stay, plan to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Susan checked us in and was so helpful when we asked about the waterfalls in the area. The hotel backs on the river and it was very peaceful just sitting out there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The breakfast was great. Was able to sit out on the balcony and eat breakfast next to the river
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk night staff is amazing! So kind and helpful. Location is beautiful and so close to everything. We have been going here for years a few times a year and it never disappoints. Already booked the next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at the best Western! Picturesque scenery, nice pool, yummy breakfast and comfy beds. Very close to Dillsboro and Franklin. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Property is conveniently located and the rooms have some good river views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really liked the river view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was extremely helpful and cordial . The sweet was large and clean. The setting was peaceful on the river
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location by the river was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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4th time to stay here, we always enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love staying here! The hot tub and pool area is clean and nice for the entire family. It’s a quiet hotel on the river. Love listening to the water with a cup of coffee on the deck. It’s a hidden gem! Oh, and the breakfast is delicious and free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very relaxing setting. Enjoyed watching the kayakers go past on the rapids. Most comfortable beds on our trip. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My family and I took a three day vacation here and it was amazing. The rooms were clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was good. The pool was clean with accessible towels. Just sitting out on the patio watching the beautiful scenery and the people kayaking down the river was relaxing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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As others have said, the view is what makes this hotel. Great location - so close to all that’s Dillsboro and major roads to surrounding area. Peaceful. Room was spacious, beds were comfortable. Breakfast was basic, standard hotel breakfast fare, but the attendant was very helpful and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location on the Tuckasegee River and a short drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was in town to visit Western Carolina front desk. Staff was extremely helpful on recommend recommendations for restaurants in the area as we arrived on a Sunday night and a lot of things were closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience amazing customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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well be back clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026