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Riverbend Lodging

2.0 star property
Riverfront motel in Bryson City with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | In-room dining
Porch
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, River View | Free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Interior
Riverbend Lodging offers a quiet escape with charming terraces and natural views. Guests can stay connected with WiFi while enjoying the peaceful setting. Outdoor barbecue grills make it easy to prepare meals and take in the mountain atmosphere.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Bryson City, Riverbend Lodging is in a regional park and on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Map
470 Hwy 19 South, Bryson City, NC, 28713

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Lodging

Motel near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Riverbend Lodging provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverbend Lodging offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a regional park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 8.50 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Riverbend Lodging pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Riverbend Lodging?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverbend Lodging?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riverbend Lodging?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Riverbend Lodging located?

Situated on a river, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Nantahala National Forest and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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