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Newfound Lodge on the river

2.0 star property
Riverside hotel in Cherokee with free parking

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Exterior
Double Room, Balcony, River View
Front of property
Reception
Double Room, Balcony, River View

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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1192 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, River View

Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cherokee

At Newfound Lodge on the river you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Downtown Cherokee hotel you'll find Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 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

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
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Newfound Lodge on the river

Riverside hotel in Cherokee with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Newfound Lodge on the river offers 64 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15.00
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

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

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
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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 parking available at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Yep, Newfound Lodge on the river has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Newfound Lodge on the river?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newfound Lodge on the river on 11 Jan 2026 start from NZ$144.62, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Newfound Lodge on the river?

No, Newfound Lodge on the river does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Newfound Lodge on the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Newfound Lodge on the river Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 152 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Stormy

Travelled with group
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Its a bit dated, and needs an upgrade, but... the point of vacation isn't to stay in the room! Great balcony, wonderful location, comfortable bed, and great water pressure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

sidney

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet or sticky to walk on bathroom was dirty no hot water, told the girl at the front desk about no hot water. She said she would turn it on. We never did receive any hot water. The view out the balcony was nice, but that was the only part of the stay worth anything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
PET FRIENDLY - THAT IS WHY WE CHOSE NEDWFOUND OUTSIDE LIGHT ON BALCONY DID NOT WORK. LIGHT OUTSIDED OF ROOM DOOR DID NOT WORK.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at newfound Lodge many times over the years. It was a little surprised that I did not have a phone microwave, coffee pot or refrigerator in my room was told not all rooms have them also a little surprised the last day of my stay the lady to clean my room went into my room 45 minutes before I was to check out I had not gotten everything out of my room also had a do not disturb sign on the door. She apologized, but still did not read her paperwork and the door handle note even though this happened, I will stay again. I’ve always called Cherokee, North Carolina my second home, cause I’ve been going all my life starting out with my parents taking me when I was a child.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs.....enough said.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
The large balcony on the river with rocking chairs was great. We had a large room with a king bed and loveseat which was nice. Some road noise but not bad. We saw several elk very near the hotel. Canadian geese, hawks and other birds were on the river. Be warned on your room location: We had one of the worse rooms there. It was on the ground floor next to the laundry/boiler room where an industrial dryer's very large vent was mounted on the back wall next to our balcony. We stayed 3 nights. One day and a half was ruined from the very loud dryer vent almost continuously in use. We could not hear anything else. This totally defeated the reason we chose to stay on the river. I'm sure the room above ours and the room over the laundry was also impacted by the noise. The small closet area was repurposed for the small fridge and microwave sitting on a table. Great idea but it left us with a tiny area to hang our clothing with 3 hangers on each side. And having clothing up against these appliances does not seem safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It was okay.

Lovely view of the river, but it is an older hotel and the age shows in the fixtures and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luzminda

Travelled with family
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

John

Travelled with partner
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

Verified traveller

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

Dated but a nice stay

The property is definitely dated and could use a deep clean, however, the staff was great, the beds were comfortable and the view was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Last minute get away

Check in time was 4 pm. We were not able to get in room untill 5:10 pm. Firt time we tried to get in room it had not been serviced yet. Then the second timer We tried it had been cleaned but beds not made.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Definitely had a great time here, would love to come again and stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Liked being on the creek. Didn’t like no hot water and very noisy from the party next store.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the stay. My only suggestion would be to cut and upkeep the little walk bridge. It was such a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the property was clean; and close to the river. I like how quiet it was, as if nobody was there around us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

The river view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pornthip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good viewing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Not the best kept rooms. It’s an older place. But sitting on the river with the balcony made up for a lot. Seen no. Staff once checked it so really not sure about them. They didn’t clean room while we were there. I guess that’s a new thing for a lot of places.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

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

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

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

Room from the 70's! And just as nasty!

Cherokee is just not the same as it used to be. Seems like most everything is not even Native owned or operated. Prices are just ridiculous for food. 6 o'clock and everything closes down. Looks like a ghost town after 6pm. Probably be the last time I 'll visit Cherokee. The bed was horrible! Could not sleep at all. Woke up sore the next day. Cannot watch TV from the bed with the paper thin pillows. And 1 smelled like pee real bad! No cleaning service the next day. Had to walk to front desk to get everything. Only 1 ice machine at the other end of the motel and limited to a bucket a day. See pictures attached. Would not recommend to a homeless person!
Carpet was very nasty - Need socks or flip flops all the time. Seems like the room had been flooded but no repairs?
Bathroom vanity - NO hair dryer
Wall paper peeling everywhere - 1 ply toilet paper and only 1 roll
Carpet coming up
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025