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Newfound Lodge on the river

2.0 star property
Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Cherokee

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Exterior
Reception
Reception
Double Room, Balcony, River View
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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

Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • River view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee stay.Your stay at this Downtown Cherokee hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Also, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine is within half a mile (1 km) and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Cherokee
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Newfound Lodge on the river offers 64 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

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Lobby sitting area
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
  • Pool
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,916 reviews
The price is CA $94
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

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

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 percent 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.

Property payment types

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 percent

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

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, debit cards, and cash
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Newfound Lodge on the river to the airport?

Newfound Lodge on the river is 71.3 mi (111-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Newfound Lodge on the river?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newfound Lodge on the river on Jun 2, 2026 start from CA $112, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Newfound Lodge on the river.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river offer free breakfast?

Newfound Lodge on the river does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Newfound Lodge on the river?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Newfound Lodge on the river?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have a pool?

Newfound Lodge on the river does not have a pool.

Does Newfound Lodge on the river have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Newfound Lodge on the river to downtown Cherokee?

Newfound Lodge on the river is 1.2 mi away from Cherokee.

Newfound Lodge on the river Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 179 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

4/10 Poor

Tim

Expedia let us make reservations several months ago for Super Bowl Weekend but did not coordinate with the owners of Newfound Lodge as the hotel was closed for the season. Expedia should not be making reservations for a hotel that is closed and also should let customers know that it wasn’t going to be open. I don’t blame Newfound Lodge but this needs to be fixed!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Dadaa

Easy and fast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Amenities
Need to replace carpet. Staff did good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, MIAMI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good. Room a bit outdated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Sandrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean comfortable room. Could use updated bedding, i.e pillows and comforter
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was freezing, sheets where stiff from it so cold, no ice box but It didn't matter because the ice machine didn't work. Toilet run and was tore up, no hot water, to take a shower it was hot water nozel turned on and barely warm. Only one garbage can in the whole room including bathroom. Only a few stations on the little tv, nothing to watch. Little refrigerator wasnt cold at all and not capable of holding or keeping drinks in it. Heater was turned on immediately and we left to go eat and when we came back the room was still freezing and was on high heat. 12 hrs later the little heater finaly clicked off. This was the worst place i believe i could have picked to stay in cherokee NC.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa, dahlonega ga 30533

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April, Statesville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was dated but clean. Loved the balcony over the river
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

KIMMIE

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Travelled 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