Newfound Lodge on the river

Riverside hotel with free parking, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Dates

February 2026

March 2026

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Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Newfound Lodge on the river provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Good

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 24 - Jan 25

Tomorrow

Jan 25 - Jan 26

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Double Room, Balcony, River View

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
River view

Single Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Downtown Cherokee, a neighbourhood in Cherokee, Newfound Lodge on the river is in the mountains and on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oconaluftee Islands Park and Smokemont Riding Stables. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Cherokee travel guide

1192 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

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

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
111 min drive

Restaurants

Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
6 min drive
Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar
6 min drive
Granny's Kitchen
7 min drive
Noodle Bar
7 min drive
Qualla Java Cafe
3 min drive

About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Close to Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Newfound Lodge on the river has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Free self-parking

Room features

All 64 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.

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Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi

HK$521 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

In the mountains
On a river

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: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 6 January to 1 April:

Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 15.00

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay plus a one-off USD 15.00 cleaning fee
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Is Newfound Lodge on the river pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 15.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newfound Lodge on the river located?

Located in Downtown Cherokee, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine and within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are also within 15 minutes.

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Newfound Lodge on the river Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

12 Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Jim

20 Oct 2025

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

The location was excellent. Patio/balcony was wonderful. Great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

3 Jan 2026

Disliked: Amenities

Need to replace carpet. Staff did good.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

10 Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

27 Oct 2025

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

Enjoyed the view of the river, I was down there for trout fishing. It was a nice, quiet, and comfortable stay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Glenda

23 Sept 2025

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

clean room, wonderful staff

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nikkie

26 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cozy, comfortable space with a beautiful view!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

26 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room and quiet area

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

7 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, beautiful view of river, friendly staff,great location ,quite atmosphere. Close areas for shopping. Close proximity to national park. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely stay at newfound lodge again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

22 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Love that all the balconies face the river. So beautiful and peaceful. Wonderful price great location. It’s perfect for the Cherokee experience and for the family.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

12 Oct 2025

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

River 2nd floor balcony was excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

31 Aug 2025

The river view was amazing

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

29 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The river view and balcony with rocking chairs was wonderful.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

17 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Reasonable price. Clean rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

21 Oct 2025

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

Room was great. View was awesome. Very clean. Older property so not everything was perfect. I would stay there again! Definitely at least a 9 out of 10!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

2 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had room 106, the room was very clean, the outside porch was very nice, wonder view of the river, location was ideal for good resturants, the staff was really nice and helpful answering questions. we will deinitely be back to this wonderful lodge.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth , Michelle

25 Oct 2025

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

Balcony was perfect, didnt use a/c. Used the heating. Worked well..

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pornthip

30 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good viewing

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

27 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed rhe river view. The room was nice you can tell it is a very old hotel. They were fixing to start repairs on some of the rooms for little minor things and to me that shows they are upkeeping it as best they can for it being old. Great location and the distance from town is amazingly close. Overall we really enjoyed the stay. (PS. IF YOU NEED A FIRM BED ROOM 116 IS NOT.)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

18 Sept 2025

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

Very clean. People was nice. Little dated but the balcony made up for it.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

23 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly service, easy in and out, great price for the comfort, balcony is very nice and quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

26 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good value for the price

Good room with a great river view from the balcony. Rooms are right on the river. No maid service while we were there. Dated facilty and decor, but good value for the price.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luzminda

2 Sept 2025

Liked: Amenities

In the back of the bedroom is a river. Also accepting service dog. Front desk is friendly

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Sept 2025

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

10 out of 10! Will come back

No complaints. Able to check in earlier than expected time. Room was clean, front desk receptionist was outstanding with customer service. Check on was very easy and fast.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025