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Newfound Lodge on the river

2.0 star property

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Double Room, Balcony, River View | Free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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Double Room, Balcony, River View | Free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • River view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this hotel.
Newfound Lodge on the river offers 64 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).
During your stay at Newfound Lodge on the river, you're just a quick walk from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and a few minutes from Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

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: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Newfound Lodge on the river Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 211 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Cherokee. Dog friendly, all rooms have river view balconirs, and it's reasonable priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was excellent. Patio/balcony was wonderful. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Definitely had a great time here, would love to come again and stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here so pe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay and beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room, wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super nice. We had one small problem and it was fixed immediately. Had a great stay! Definitely going to comeback
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobette

Wonderfully relaxing!

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

10/10 Excellent

Dadaa

Easy and fast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was dated but clean. Loved the balcony over the river
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service
The river view and balcony with rocking chairs was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nikkie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, comfortable space with a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

The river view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harold

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

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beautiful view of river, friendly staff,great location ,quite atmosphere. Close areas for shopping. Close proximity to national park. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely stay at newfound lodge again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that all the balconies face the river. So beautiful and peaceful. Wonderful price great location. It’s perfect for the Cherokee experience and for the family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony overlooking river was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and great view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025