The River Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
27-inch TV with cable channels
Property grounds

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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45176 Sierra Drive, Three Rivers, CA, 93271
  • Place, Kaweah River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

  • 200 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Three Rivers

The River Inn places you next to Sequoia National Forest and Kaweah River. This 10-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Kaweah River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Kaweah - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • General Sherman Tree - 30 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tony’s Taverna On Wheels - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaweah Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Reimers Candies & Gifts - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The River Inn

Motel with free parking, near Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Guests staying at The River Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a picnic area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 3.61 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.61 percent

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

River Inn Three Rivers
The River Inn Motel
The River Inn Three Rivers
The River Inn Motel Three Rivers

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The River Inn?

The River Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near The River Inn?

This motel is located in Three Rivers and just steps from Sequoia National Forest and Kaweah River. You'll also find Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The River Inn?

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

Does The River Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The River Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The River Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The River Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a terrace plus some guestrooms include kitchens and mountain views.

Does The River Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The River Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The River Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The River Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The River Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The River Inn?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The River Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The River Inn.

The River Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 183 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 217 out of 1000 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lenore

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Table wobbly.some electric outlets did not work.had to go to another hotel to check-in. Shower was hard to adjust. Easy to get to park but farther than expected. There were several restaurants nearby and room rate very inexpensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very close to the park entrance and its easy to check in and check out!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs Improvement

The main light in the bedroom did not work, ants were around the sink, dirty wash cloth still hanging over the shower, no tissues were stocked in the rooms and a partial half gallon of milk was left in the mini fridge. In my friend’s room the shower head was ineffective and no soap. More attention was needed to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ammie, Anaheim

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only good thing about this place is location to the park but other than that it is nothing special.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tommie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Betty

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was at 3 we were there 15 minutes early worker got there 15 minutes late. There were black ants on the counter where microwave, coffee maker and sink to the bathroom was. Told the employee she went to a house next door and brought spray handed it to me so that my husband could spray?? The door knob was broken she’s said yea I know just use the dead bolt on top. There were no pillow cases on the pillows. Very expensive for the service we received
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pearl

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Super close to Sequoia National Park entrance. Very old motel but it was not dirty inside the room. Plus were the fridge, microwave, and ice machine. Very weird check in after 9pm. You have to stop at the Western Holiday which is about 10 minutes south of River Inn. Good thing I called the inn at 3pm and the lady told me. I called all day but no one picked up til around 3pm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

EVGENIYA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyung

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was fair, but when I tried to check in they were trying to tell me they over booked and was trying to send me to another hotel although I booked a month ahead. When I confronted her all of sudden they had a cancellation. They had towels that I wouldn’t use as a rags, their bed was so springy, slightest movement would shake and rattle.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Outdated

Convenient location! This was the only place left last minute! It was fine for one night. The room was pretty musty and the whole inn is pretty outdated. No amenities. Our room was full of ants. Felt like the price was pretty high for what we got but I suppose that's location for ya!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Felizia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to Sequoia National Park
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This should be a last resort hotel choice. (It was for us as no availability anywhere close) Old mattresses, bedspreads, shower and the loudest a/c unit ready to fall out of the wall. Also, if you check in after 9pm you have to go elsewhere to get your key. On the bright side, you can’t beat the price and we didn’t see any bugs in our room and not terribly far from sequoia natl park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leidy

It did it’s purpose
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in opens 15:00 we arrived 15.15 and waited / called for 30 mins and no luck. Had to carry on our day with a full packed car and when checking in later at 9pm the receptionist didn’t seem to care
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sang

This facility is no good inn. Ants were there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elva

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Estaba muy sucio el lugar. No lo recomiendo para nada.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members at was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible place to stay even overnight

Extremely Bad maintenance overall.. dirty carpet, uncleaned, scorpion on the bed, bathroom door knob loose / broken, showerhead at odd spot cannot bend easily. It’s as good as someone is living on a campgrounds and not in a hotel for such a high price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Cristina

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdated, but served our needs. The TV worked, wifi worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

virginia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Linens were flimsy and not sufficient for even a one night stay. Had to wait for office to open for our 3:00 check-in. Calling it river inn was misleading as there was no river access or view. Bed and pillows were comfortable but that’s about it. Oilers were in poor working order with some not useable. Would never recommend this place, it should be shuttered!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025