Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Watauga River in - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [United States of America Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/United-States-Of-America.dx201)[Holiday Rentals in United States of America](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-United-States-Of-America.d201.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Flights to United States of America](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-United-States-Of-America.d201.Flight-Destinations)[Watauga River Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Watauga-River.d681844208675975168.Car-Hire-Guide)[Watauga River Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Watauga-River-United-States-Of-America.d681844208675975168.Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=681844208675975168&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=681844208675975168&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=681844208675975168&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=681844208675975168&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Watauga River hotels ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1112200/1112142/892a2398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1112200/1112142/3c55dc98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Traditional Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1112200/1112142/78b232e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1112200/1112142/ac391b34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Americourt Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-Americourt-Hotel.h1112142.Hotel-Information) 1.4 mi from Watauga River 6.8/10 (389 reviews) "The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful with showing us how to get to restaurants. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Carol £58 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-Americourt-Hotel.h1112142.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19350000/19348500/19348432/3c9cd16d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19350000/19348500/19348432/c86cbd4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19350000/19348500/19348432/1c9937ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19350000/19348500/19348432/2291613f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travelers Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-Travelers-Inn.h19348432.Hotel-Information) 1.6 mi from Watauga River 6.0/10 (224 reviews) "Great hotel, friendly staff, clean stocked rooms. Checkin was easy. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) David [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-Travelers-Inn.h19348432.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125710000/125707400/125707316/6d798c53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125710000/125707400/125707316/de5d39c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125710000/125707400/125707316/eccc729a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125710000/125707400/125707316/28b11819.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Downtown Post The Brady Suite [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-The-Downtown-Post-The-Brady-Suite.h125707316.Hotel-Information) 0.6 mi from Watauga River £196 includes taxes & fees 24 Feb - 25 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-The-Downtown-Post-The-Brady-Suite.h125707316.Hotel-Information) ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/482200/482196/3b693260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/482200/482196/0ed77805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/482200/482196/1decc4aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/482200/482196/6b239bc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baymont by Wyndham Johnson City [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City.h482196.Hotel-Information) 9.7 mi from Watauga River 6.6/10 (953 reviews) "Clean rooms helpful staff no complaints " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Joseph £48 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City.h482196.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424600/424587/f8e1e1ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424600/424587/34bebb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424600/424587/957a1fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424600/424587/0c55feea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnson City [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Days-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City.h424587.Hotel-Information) 9.5 mi from Watauga River 6.2/10 (1,005 reviews) "Amazing staff and great breakfast! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Rachel £54 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Days-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City.h424587.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1894800/1894748/2dbed7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1894800/1894748/ae59359e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1894800/1894748/3f0f5e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1894800/1894748/0b88b488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### WoodSpring Suites Johnson City [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-WoodSpring-Suites-Johnson-City.h1894748.Hotel-Information) 12.2 mi from Watauga River 6.0/10 (135 reviews) "Had a good time while I was there " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Charles £54 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-WoodSpring-Suites-Johnson-City.h1894748.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67640000/67632700/67632668/028dc894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67640000/67632700/67632668/e2a719af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67640000/67632700/67632668/5a1d85df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67640000/67632700/67632668/35cfd3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### I-26 Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Bravo-Inn.h67632668.Hotel-Information) 9.7 mi from Watauga River 5.2/10 (262 reviews) "N/A" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ben £43 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Bravo-Inn.h67632668.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/856000/5cd40235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/856000/cd81aba9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/856000/7b49ac0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/856000/82d28bc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Kingsport /I-81 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Kingsport-I-81.h856000.Hotel-Information) 17.8 mi from Watauga River 6.2/10 (189 reviews) "We did not stay. They gave us two different rooms to look at. There were live roaches, bed bug casings on the bed, food in the fridge, dirty sheets/pillow cases and the room was filthy. The door lock was broken. Do not book this place. It looks nothing like the photos on Hotels.com. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lisa £47 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Kingsport-I-81.h856000.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7100000/7099800/7099766/647ff6a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7100000/7099800/7099766/bc7d2848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7100000/7099800/7099766/62f93338.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7100000/7099800/7099766/615190fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Americourt Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mountain-City-Hotels-Americourt-Hotel.h7099766.Hotel-Information) 23.6 mi from Watauga River 6.6/10 (530 reviews) "Place was very inviting and cozy. Will stay here again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sandra [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mountain-City-Hotels-Americourt-Hotel.h7099766.Hotel-Information) ![Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17430000/17424700/17424614/c13aadf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17430000/17424700/17424614/9db52bc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17430000/17424700/17424614/fb19aafd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17430000/17424700/17424614/cf64b9c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park n Stay Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Park-N-Stay-Inn.h17424614.Hotel-Information) 12.1 mi from Watauga River 3.6/10 (199 reviews) "I have never stayed at a motel/ hotel that wouldn't give you a extra towel i spilled a drink and used 1 of the 2 towels that were given to me to clean up the drink. Then was denied a extra towel. My advice to the owners or whoever is in charge. Maybe if your people doesn't like it when a tenant was to come ask for a towel regardless of the hr They shouldn't be in the hotel business." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jonathan £33 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Park-N-Stay-Inn.h17424614.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18090000/18089100/18089021/53c936e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18090000/18089100/18089021/257ed73d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eleven E Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Eleven-E-Motel.h18089021.Hotel-Information) 12.1 mi from Watauga River 3.6/10 (156 reviews) "Nice clean place to stay " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Amy £37 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Eleven-E-Motel.h18089021.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891200/891178/f822d7e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891200/891178/2a562793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891200/891178/4ca8e48e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891200/891178/9fec9e68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carnegie Hotel & Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Carnegie-Hotel-Spa.h891178.Hotel-Information) 9.6 mi from Watauga River 9.8/10 Exceptional (1,341 reviews) "Beautiful hotel!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Byron £162 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Carnegie-Hotel-Spa.h891178.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7649/1da5ee3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7649/67ce335b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7649/w1019h763x0y0-6788b159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7649/6108ef27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Americourt Extended Stays [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Americourt-Extended-Stays.h7649.Hotel-Information) 21.3 mi from Watauga River 4.2/10 (402 reviews) "The staff was great" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) michelle £52 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Americourt-Extended-Stays.h7649.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27900/27816/4f0cd32a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27900/27816/70642815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27900/27816/0d8accc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27900/27816/dd88c38a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn Johnson City near Downtown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Downtown.h27816.Hotel-Information) 8.2 mi from Watauga River 7.4/10 Good (555 reviews) "Everything was in order, right off the highway but quiet. Good beds, decent breakfast." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gloria £71 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Downtown.h27816.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31180000/31174100/31174044/0f946710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31180000/31174100/31174044/eb365388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31180000/31174100/31174044/b28cd5d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31180000/31174100/31174044/4c8050d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-By-Holiday-Inn-Johnson-City.h31174044.Hotel-Information) 9.8 mi from Watauga River 9.0/10 Wonderful (297 reviews) "Very nice room and delicious breakfast" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bill £89 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-By-Holiday-Inn-Johnson-City.h31174044.Hotel-Information) ![Coffee shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13155/9ea7f97e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13155/8aaf2022.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13155/119ef060.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13155/cbe15866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Red Roof Inn Johnson City [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Red-Roof-Inn-Johnson-City.h13155.Hotel-Information) 9.2 mi from Watauga River 8.0/10 Very good (1,001 reviews) "It was great friendly staff " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Danny £51 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Red-Roof-Inn-Johnson-City.h13155.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40400/40345/972d20df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40400/40345/34ba4ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40400/40345/bc4fdd5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40400/40345/e39789e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johnson City [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Johnson-City.h40345.Hotel-Information) 9.5 mi from Watauga River 8.4/10 Very good (944 reviews) "Wonderful staff! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jared £118 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Johnson-City.h40345.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1669200/1669183/a694d890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1669200/1669183/002ae242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1669200/1669183/a9717d36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1669200/1669183/ce7c5729.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Kingsport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Kingsport.h1669183.Hotel-Information) 24.6 mi from Watauga River 6.8/10 (403 reviews) "Place is quiet. They don't tolerate bs so it's a whole lot better than what's around. Staff is always nice" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Matt SRQ £77 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Kingsport.h1669183.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Non-Smoking Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10356/c3b2a15b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10356/667d82ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10356/b2511dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10356/aa2b92c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travel Inn Kingsport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Travel-Inn-Kingsport.h10356.Hotel-Information) 24.6 mi from Watauga River 4.0/10 (2 reviews) "Don't ever book here!!!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) John [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingsport-Hotels-Travel-Inn-Kingsport.h10356.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28100/28054/2cc0543f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28100/28054/79a2619e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28100/28054/f149c9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28100/28054/021e82d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Holiday-Inn.h28054.Hotel-Information) 9.7 mi from Watauga River 8.0/10 Very good (706 reviews) "Nice comfortable stay. Friendly front desk" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jason £83 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Holiday-Inn.h28054.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26®ionId=681844208675975168&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Watauga River Hotel Reviews ![Carnegie Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891200/891178/b6b2d615_y.jpg) ### Carnegie Hotel & Spa 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful hotel, clean rooms. Check in was wonderful and staff are so professional and helpful." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Carnegie-Hotel-Spa.h891178.Hotel-Information) ![Baymont by Wyndham Johnson City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/482200/482196/b0cc694b_y.jpg) ### Baymont by Wyndham Johnson City 10/10 Excellent "Clean rooms helpful staff no complaints " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City.h482196.Hotel-Information) ![Red Roof Inn Johnson City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13155/8aaf2022_y.jpg) ### Red Roof Inn Johnson City 10/10 Excellent "They are a great staff " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Red-Roof-Inn-Johnson-City.h13155.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy Home with over an Acre - November rates reduced!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93126800/93126705/79ccd6be_y.jpg) ### Cozy Home with over an Acre - November rates reduced!!! 10/10 Excellent "This is such a lovely and warm home. It was perfect for our stay; the kitchen had everything we needed and the host even left us some homemade goodies! The beds are pretty firm, so you might need to pull some pillows from other beds if you need a softer feel. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Cozy-Home-With-Over-An-Acre-November-Rates-Reduced.h93126705.Hotel-Information) ![Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113831200/113831149/4181204c_y.jpg) ### Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr 10/10 Excellent "Coffee only. Could use some morning snacks or fruit" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Echo-Suites-Extended-Stay-By-Wyndham-Johnson-City-Medical-Cr.h113831149.Hotel-Information) ![Willow Cabin- Private 2 BR Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121300700/121300654/cced6c36_y.jpg) ### Willow Cabin- Private 2 BR Cabin 10/10 Excellent "Very clean and well appointed. Nice & quiet!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Willow-Cabin-Private-2-BR-Cabin-On-The-Watauga-River-In-Johnson-City.h121300654.Hotel-Information) ![Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33668500/33668428/2b2980f0_y.jpg) ### Watauga River Cabins- Cedar Cabin 10/10 Excellent "The Cedar Cabin is so cozy and the hot tub is the perfect place to stay warm and enjoy the outdoors even in January. The hosts have always been helpful and quick to respond. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tri-Cities-Hotels-Watauga-River-Cabins-Cedar-Cabin.h33668428.Hotel-Information) ![Quality Inn Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27900/27816/70642815_y.jpg) ### Quality Inn Downtown 10/10 Excellent "No complaints, convenient location." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johnson-City-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Downtown.h27816.Hotel-Information) ![Mountains surround Doe River 400 ft Frontage, wildlife out the back door. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26925200/26925192/5fa8b212_y.jpg) ### Mountains surround Doe River 400 ft Frontage, wildlife out the back door. 10/10 Excellent "We loved our stay! The property is wonderful and the location is spectacular. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. We look forward to coming back!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Elizabethton-Hotels-Mountains-Surround-Doe-River-Frontage.h26925192.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Watauga River attractions ![Kings Mountain National Military Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653884/e9d93564-d7e9-4428-bf89-c68032412569.jpg) ### Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail 3.0/5 (2 reviews) You can take time to visit Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail during your travels to Elizabethton. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532653884) ![Covered Bridge, Elizabethton, TN](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/907394938715529216/c4c09f1e-bc69-4594-bf06-1862beed456e.jpg) ### Covered Bridge Park After visiting Covered Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907394938715529216) ### Carter Mansion You can learn about the history of Elizabethton with a visit to Carter Mansion. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=950929205162848256) ### Harmon Park After visiting Harmon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907388995789422592) ### Edwards Island Park Edwards Island Park is just one of the places to see in Elizabethton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907392053055348736) ### Cat Island Park After visiting Cat Island Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907395138325045248) ### Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library After visiting Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907395876274597888) ### Elizabethton City Hall Elizabethton City Hall is just one of the places to see in Elizabethton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=907395350495555584) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Watauga River? ### What's the best hotel to stay near Watauga River? ### How many hotels should I expect to find close to Watauga River? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watauga River, will I receive a refund? ### What can I see and do near Watauga River?