The River Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance in Three Rivers

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

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

In Three Rivers .Within a 5-minute walk of this Three Rivers motel, you'll find Sequoia National Forest and Kaweah River. Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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
  • ‪River View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kaweah Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Reimers Candies & Gifts - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The River Inn

Motel near Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance in Three Rivers
The River Inn offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Three Rivers motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The River Inn offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Three Rivers motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.61 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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

How close is The River Inn to the airport?

The River Inn is 39.3 mi (55-min drive) away from the Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Inn?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Inn on Jan 1, 2026 start from $71.99, 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 The River Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The River Inn.

Does The River Inn offer free breakfast?

The River Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The River Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The River Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The River Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The River Inn have a pool?

The River Inn does not have a pool.

Does The River Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The River Inn to downtown Three Rivers?

The River Inn is 3.7 mi away from Three Rivers.

The River Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 183 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 219 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

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Traveled with partner
After reading mixed reviews, I didn’t know what to expect. I had booked a standard King room, but upon check in we were given a back room that had a small kitchen and a back door. Did not feel comfortable with that room, but later they were able to switch us to a standard room in the front building. Looks like they have been doing upgrades since the pictures I saw, the floor, bedding and new screens were nice. Seemed decently clean. It’s an older hotel, so some fixtures show that but we expected that. We ended up having a nice stay overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

shiva

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was nothing like the photos online. Absolute SCAM! The bedsheet was nasty, smelly, and covered with hair and small trash, so we had to sleep on top of the bed cover and use our own blanket. We even put our clothes on the pillowcase to avoid touching it. The bathroom was dirty, and there were only a few napkins and toilet paper, so we had to use our own. We also heard mouse noises coming from the kitchen cabinets and had to block the door with a blanket to keep them out, which made the room cold since the heater couldn’t reach us. Overall, the whole place was filthy, smelly, cold, and misleadingly advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Harpreet

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were glad to stay at The River Inn as it was just at the foothills of the Sequoia National Park. There was Totem Marketplace next to the inn and it was awesome. The staff was amazing, their food was delicious and had a huge collection of souvenirs. The highlight of our stay was sighting a black bear cub on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Galina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, not safe place to stay . Staff is not friendly. Surrounding area is not safe. Will never go back .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025