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Riverbend Lodging

2.0 star property
Motel near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | In-room dining
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, River View | Free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Interior
Porch

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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470 Hwy 19 South, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Nantahala Brewing Company
    ‪17 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Lodging

Motel near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City
Riverbend Lodging offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
Riverbend Lodging offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Bryson City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Riverbend Lodging
Riverbend Lodging Bryson City
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Riverbend Lodging Motel Bryson City
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Riverbend Lodging Bryson City
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverbend Lodging to the airport?

Riverbend Lodging is 69.5 mi (71-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riverbend Lodging have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverbend Lodging.

Does Riverbend Lodging offer free breakfast?

Riverbend Lodging does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverbend Lodging?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Riverbend Lodging?

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

Is there free parking at Riverbend Lodging?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Riverbend Lodging have a pool?

Riverbend Lodging does not have a pool.

Does Riverbend Lodging have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Riverbend Lodging to downtown Bryson City?

Riverbend Lodging is 0.7 mi away from Bryson City.

Riverbend Lodging Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok

The bathroom had no heat had to leave the door open so that it wouldn’t be so cold The TV didn’t work great but they did come and work on it Over all it was ok !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Very clean and nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riverbend Delight

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very relaxing and peaceful the river was beautiful and everything was so clean will book again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No Frills?

We read that this was a "no-frills" motel. The only things we saw as "no-frills" were that it was older and not cookie-cutter, but refurbished; and that the room did not have a blow dryer...two things we could live without! As a family-owned motel, the staff was the very personable family. It was minutes to the train, restaurants, storytelling, hiking, and Bryson City downtown; but better yet it has the river for a backyard! Maybe the "No-Frills" is the reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The room and bathroom were small and we found a worm crawling on the wall. We came back to room after going to dinner and there had been nothing done to the room. Bed was unmade and no clean wash cloths or towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms has a fresh makeover -tidy, clean, everything you needed for an overnight stay. Enjoyed sitting outside and watching the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute small family owned motel right on the river. Each room has a small outdoor area with a charcoal grill. Rooms are clean and have a small fridge and micro. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Definitely a hidden little gem. I typically stay in larger, name brand hotels, but decided to focus on location for this trip. Being able to see other people’s reviews has given me confidence to choose hotels that I would normally pass right by. I’m so glad we did for this one. The hotel is tiny, maybe 10 rooms. Most of them right along the river. The rooms themselves are actually quite large. In addition to the 2 double beds, we had room for a double air mattress so that my kids could each have their own bed. The river is right behind the hotel. They have small tables and chairs setup on the river with small grills available. The owners were there and helped answer a question. This hotel might not impress your friends on social media like the Ritz Carlton, but a great little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Candyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverbend is no frills lodging right on the bank of the Tuckaseegee River and that makes it about perfect. The room is comfortable and has everything you need. Sit out on the riverside and enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located on the bank of the river with nice views of the water, wildlife & sunsets from the rooms & decks. There are chairs, tables, grills for using during your stay. The owner also makes beautiful jewelry that is displayed & sold in the office.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was exactly as per the web site. Clean, comfortable and very nice beside the river. Staff were very pleasant. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint place. Our room was on the River. Beautiful view with seating and a grill there as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were recently redone. Very comfortable and quiet. Parking lot was gravel which didn’t bother us but some might not like. We enjoyed our stay! I would give an overall A .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Quaint Johnny

This is a small quaint motel located on the Tuckaseegee river. At first we didn’t know if we had a bad move or a good one. But this place has been well taken care of and it was very clean. We were very happy with our stay there. Beds weren’t that great but they weren’t on the other end of the spectrum either. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mountain motel

This is a very small mountain motel. It's not fancy, but it's very right for its setting. You have a nice place to sit and watch the lazy river roll by, they allow grilling. It's clean and the rooms are nice. The downside is the rooms are a bit small and the walls are thin. But given the price, I was more than happy with my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Quite. Close to river.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed myself peaceful cozy lodge will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Right on the river. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Low-key Accommodation

No frills here but I didn't expect, nor particularly want any. The price and location were my priorities. The room was quite large and plenty comfortable enough. The Tuckasegee was steps away from the door. This was perhaps the cleanest room I've ever encountered and I've stayed in a lot of exclusive hotel properties. Owner was friendly and helpful. I'll definitely stay here again!
Lovely Riverside Location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020