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Newfound Lodge on the river

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free parking, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Double Room, Balcony, River View | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1192 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, River View | Free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • River view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cherokee

Located in Downtown Cherokee within 2 miles (3 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Newfound Lodge on the river is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Harrahs Cherokee Casino. This 64-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Riverfront hotel with free parking, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Guests of Newfound Lodge on the river enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 14 2026 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 6 to April 1:
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15.00
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay plus USD 15.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Newfound On The River Cherokee
Newfound Lodge on the river Hotel
Newfound Lodge on the river Cherokee
Newfound Lodge on the river Hotel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Newfound Lodge on the river?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Cherokee within a short 5-minute walk of Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine and also 13 minutes on foot from Museum of the Cherokee Indian. You'll also find Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river include a casino?

No, Newfound Lodge on the river doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Newfound Lodge on the river?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Newfound Lodge on the river doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Newfound Lodge on the river for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Yes, some guestrooms at Newfound Lodge on the river offer a balcony and may feature river views.

Newfound Lodge on the river Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 162 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor Mackenzie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view from balcony rooms are clean, only two problems, no decent chairs to sit in and the toilet is extremely low. Other than that, it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t beat the view for the price. The place reminded me of being at my grandparent’s cabin. Clean, cozy, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga, EIGHTY FOUR

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Staff & service
Decent room. Not the nicest but it was a pet friendly room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes room was not cleaned it wasn't at all like the pictures showed and the staff was rude, the place was desolate very old motel 1941old we even checked out a day earlier then we were booked forjust wasnt a very feel good place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All Good!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy access, view to river
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only issues that we had was very firm beds and the hot water wasn't very hot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The AC/Heat unit did not work, coffee pot still had coffee in it from a previous guest. Light on balcony did not work. They did bring us a fan for the room. Pillows also need a serious upgrade. Stayed only 1 night. Would not book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobette

Traveled with group

Wonderfully relaxing!

Balcony view was fantastic! Staff was friendly and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed rhe river view. The room was nice you can tell it is a very old hotel. They were fixing to start repairs on some of the rooms for little minor things and to me that shows they are upkeeping it as best they can for it being old. Great location and the distance from town is amazingly close. Overall we really enjoyed the stay. (PS. IF YOU NEED A FIRM BED ROOM 116 IS NOT.)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Esteban

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the view of the river, I was down there for trout fishing. It was a nice, quiet, and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nikkie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, comfortable space with a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Doak M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth , Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Balcony was perfect, didnt use a/c. Used the heating. Worked well..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Flat sheets do not stay tucked, they move and get bunched beneath you making you uncomfortable. There wasn’t a blow dryer to dry my hair. Soap residue was on the sink where a wet bar of soap had sat from previous guest. There was dust all over the furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025