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A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.
A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a red carpet, a framed botanical print, and a map on the wall.
A building with a covered outdoor area, a stone-paved entrance, and a black door.
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wooden floor.

1. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
12.8 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Lesley
£55
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, and a large window with curtains.
A black entertainment unit with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a DVD player.
A building with a mural of a landscape featuring mountains, trees, and bears by a river.

2. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
9.6 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Jill
£56
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Colonial Inn Franklin
Room
Terrace/patio
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Mountain Aire Cottages".
A wooden staircase leading up to a deck surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

3. Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping

Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping
16.9 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Jason
£131
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping
A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.
A small, single-room tent with a green roof and a wooden door, set on a gravel path with grass around.
A compact kitchen with a wooden counter, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.
A cozy interior with a wooden bench, a small table with books, and a window with a view.

4. Gorgeous Stays

Gorgeous Stays
16.8 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Corey
£154
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Gorgeous Stays
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.
A reception area with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, a marble counter, framed photographs, a welcome sign, and a lamp.
A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

5. Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin
13.3 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Steven
£125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Franklin
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.
A lobby with a reception desk, blue seating, and a large glass door leading outside.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with wooden flooring, doors on both sides, and a water dispenser on the right.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

6. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
12.6 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Tony
£55
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A casino bar with multiple screens, slot machines, and a curved counter.
A building with a large glass facade, a brick exterior, and a sign indicating it is the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

7. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
13.1 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Jennifer
£101
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Quality Inn Franklin
A grassy area with two chairs facing a scenic view of a lake and buildings in the distance.
A living room with a fireplace, television, wooden cabinets, striped chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a mirror, a picture on the wall, and a window.
A spacious living room with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a kitchen in the background.

8. Deerfield Inn

Deerfield Inn
11.6 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Ann
£95
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Deerfield Inn
A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchenette.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

9. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
23.6 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Michael
£77
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.
A hotel hallway with patterned carpet, white walls, and doors on either side.
A motel with a covered parking area and a sign indicating it is open.
A picnic area with tables and benches on a grassy field, surrounded by a fence and trees.

10. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
18 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Jeffrey
£63
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.
A parking lot with several cars, a motel with a red roof, and a gazebo.
A gazebo with a red roof and beige walls, located in front of a building with a red roof and beige walls.
A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
13.1 mi from Nantahala River
United States
page
£62
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.
A Sapphire Inn sign with a diamond logo, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.
A room with a bed, a chair, a window, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

12. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
12.5 mi from Nantahala River
United States
James
£67
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sapphire Inn
A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a sign for 'Relax Inn', and a 'No Lifeguard on Duty' sign.
A building with a Relax Inn sign, Walgreens pharmacy, and a swimming pool.
A parking area with a gazebo, surrounded by a garden with red flowers.

13. Relax Inn

Relax Inn
23.8 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Gregory
£60
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Relax Inn
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Dining
Exterior

14. Nantahala Village

Nantahala Village
18 mi from Nantahala River
United States
William
£107
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nantahala Village
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.
A swimming pool with a metal fence and lounge chairs, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered area.
A room with two red patterned sofas, a dark coffee table, and a blue armchair. There is a large window with a view of a mountain and a red structure in the distance.
A Days Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple balconies and a well-lit entrance.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
17.6 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Thomas
£67
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A room with wooden walls, framed pictures, a window, and a small desk with a telephone.
A hotel with a swimming pool, covered parking, and a red-roofed building.
A hotel room with a stone fireplace, a bed with a blue quilt, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

16. Lloyd's On The River Country Inn By OYO

Lloyd's On The River Country Inn By OYO
26.4 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Fabian
£50
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Lloyd's On The River Country Inn By OYO
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and potted plants.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

17. Quality Inn Andrews

Quality Inn Andrews
16.8 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Donald
£72
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn Andrews
An outdoor pool area with a view of mountains, wooden deck, and seating.
A bar area with a neon sign reading 'White Horse Lounge,' a bar counter with glasses and bottles, and a scenic view of mountains through large windows.
A room with a large window offering a mountain view, a leather armchair, a fur throw, and a small table with a book and a glass.
A bedroom with a stone fireplace, a large bed, a chandelier, and a view of mountains.

18. Fire Mountain Estate & Club

Fire Mountain Estate & Club
14.8 mi from Nantahala River
United States
Tatiana
£2,123
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Fire Mountain Estate & Club
A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk, a chair, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.
A Microtel Inn by Wyndham building with a parking lot and a grassy area in front.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a microwave, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
10.7 mi from Nantahala River
United States
John
£58
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
A living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, oven, and a small countertop area.
A single-story building with a front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

20. Mountain Golf Getaway: 5 Mi to Franklin

Mountain Golf Getaway: 5 Mi to Franklin
7.9 mi from Nantahala River
£267
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mountain Golf Getaway: 5 Mi to Franklin
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Compare popular hotels close to Nantahala River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
8.2
Very good
1,000 reviews
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A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.
Colonial Inn Franklin
8.0
Very good
563 reviews
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Room
Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping
9.8
Exceptional
66 reviews
View
A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.
Gorgeous Stays
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.
Hampton Inn Franklin
9.0
Wonderful
509 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Nantahala River

A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling fan, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a chair with a red cushion, and a painting on the wall.
A motel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a road in the background.

Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
Franklin
£82
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Carolina Motel
A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, and a large window with curtains.
A black entertainment unit with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a DVD player.
A building with a mural of a landscape featuring mountains, trees, and bears by a river.

Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
Franklin
£56
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Colonial Inn Franklin
A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.
A covered porch with white wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Franklin
£90
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
A covered walkway with stone pillars, a row of chairs, and a parked car.
A cozy room with a wooden table, a water dispenser, a coffee machine, a map on the wall, and a mounted deer head.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A motel with a parking lot, a red car parked in the lot, and a stone pillar with a planter.

Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
Hayesville
£57
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Chatuge Mountain Inn
A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk, a chair, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.
A Microtel Inn by Wyndham building with a parking lot and a grassy area in front.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a microwave, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
Franklin
£58
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A casino bar with multiple screens, slot machines, and a curved counter.
A building with a large glass facade, a brick exterior, and a sign indicating it is the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
Franklin
£102
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Quality Inn Franklin
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.
A lobby with a reception desk, blue seating, and a large glass door leading outside.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with wooden flooring, doors on both sides, and a water dispenser on the right.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
Dillard
£55
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
A grassy area with two chairs facing a scenic view of a lake and buildings in the distance.
A living room with a fireplace, television, wooden cabinets, striped chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a mirror, a picture on the wall, and a window.
A spacious living room with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a kitchen in the background.

Deerfield Inn

Deerfield Inn
Hayesville
£96
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Deerfield Inn

Top Nantahala River Hotel Reviews

Big View Studio Cabin

Big View Studio Cabin

10/10 Excellent
"Really enjoyed our stay. Perfect for a weekend trip."
Jeanna*Gina* S. 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Big View Studio Cabin
Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin

Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin

10/10 Excellent
"Truly a blessing. The location of the cabin in the woods by the creek is heavenly."
Jose P. 7-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin
Smoky Mountain Getaway. Enjoy Seclusion,Views,Motorcycling, Shops w Paved Access

Smoky Mountain Getaway. Enjoy Seclusion,Views,Motorcycling, Shops w Paved Access

10/10 Excellent
"Lots of space and beds. Host was great and very communicative and tried to be as accomodating as possible. Thanks for a great stay."
Joshua G. 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Smoky Mountain Getaway. Enjoy Seclusion,Views,Motorcycling, Shops w Paved Access
Cozy 2BR Lake Cabin – Dock, Hot Tub, Views -Lake Nantahala

Cozy 2BR Lake Cabin – Dock, Hot Tub, Views -Lake Nantahala

8/10 Good
"All okay"
gene s. 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Cozy 2BR Lake Cabin – Dock, Hot Tub, Views -Lake Nantahala
Great Creekside Hideaway Rustic Cabin - Secluded, Creekside Family Cabin

Great Creekside Hideaway Rustic Cabin - Secluded, Creekside Family Cabin

10/10 Excellent
"This place was wonderful!"
KaTisha J. 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Great Creekside Hideaway Rustic Cabin - Secluded, Creekside Family Cabin
Family-Friendly, Private 2 Acres with Stunning Views

Family-Friendly, Private 2 Acres with Stunning Views

10/10 Excellent
"Had a wonderful time. Jennifer made sure to check on our needs and offer to help. Love the porches. Please read the welcome letter throughly. There are some important pieces of information there! "
Matthew H. 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Family-Friendly, Private 2 Acres with Stunning Views
Amazing Creekside Mountain Retreat!!! Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!

Amazing Creekside Mountain Retreat!!! Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!

10/10 Excellent
"awesome"
eric c. 6-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Amazing Creekside Mountain Retreat!!! Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!
Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!

Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!

10/10 Excellent
"Host was responsive, home was lovely. Perfect for a family!"
nicole m. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!
Cozy cabin for 4, 2 King size beds. Porch with view of lake. Full kitchen.

Cozy cabin for 4, 2 King size beds. Porch with view of lake. Full kitchen.

10/10 Excellent
"Exactly what we needed for a wedding weekend stay! Perfect size for 2 couples. Had everything we needed, including a very relaxing back porch for your morning coffee :)"
Maggie F. 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Cozy cabin for 4, 2 King size beds. Porch with view of lake. Full kitchen.

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Bee Tree Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bee Tree Knob during your travels in Franklin. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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Thorn Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thorn Mountain during your travels in Franklin. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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Big Laurel

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Laurel during your travels in Hayesville. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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Wilson Lick Ranger Station

You can take time to visit Wilson Lick Ranger Station during your travels to Topton. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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Sanders Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanders Knob during your travels in Otto.
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Eagle Fork Winery

7.4/10 (3 reviews)
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Eagle Fork Winery during your travels to Hayesville. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
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Parker Meadows Park

Explore the great outdoors at Parker Meadows Park, a lovely green space in Franklin. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nantahala River?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Nantahala River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. You'll find 15 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Nantahala River?
Dillard House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Nantahala River. Another good choice is Wayah Ridge Escapes, located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Nantahala River?
Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Nantahala River.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nantahala River, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Nantahala River.