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Newfound Lodge on the river

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Cherokee with free parking

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Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Newfound Lodge on the river provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1192 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 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

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
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Close to Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Newfound Lodge on the river has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
Room features
All 64 rooms offer amenities such as 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 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

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

Is Newfound Lodge on the river pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 15.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newfound Lodge on the river located?

Located in Downtown Cherokee, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine and within 3 mi (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are also within 15 minutes.

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