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470 Hwy 19 South, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Riverbend Lodging
Ranked #9 of 10 hotels in Bryson City
3.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
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Quincy, Florida
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“A nice visit”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

I have stayed at the Riverbend several times over the past few years and each time received a clean room with a quiet, tranquil view of the hills around Bryson City. This is a smaller, older hotel but kept in good condition. It is just a few feet from the river, and one can enjoy a peaceful afternoon just taking in the surroundings. The views are especially wonderful during the fall months.

I have never found the rooms to be unclean, nor have had any problems with the staff. On the contrary, they have been helpful and polite.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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florida keys
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Roach motel!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011 via mobile
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Still traumatized! German roaches everywhere! Still can't believe I slept there! Ughhhh!!!! Camped the next night and there where a lot less bugs...

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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I got there, paid cash upfront, got into the room late and found feces on the sheets. this was horrible. Out of respect because it was so late, i did not want to disturb anyone, so i slept on a blanket i had brought. The next morning i told the office i could not stay here under the conditions, and they would not refund my money. Very rude, not honest, and makes me think of one of those scary movie places. not reccomended to anyone.

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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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blueridge
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Lied to and money taken and yelled at”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We called this hotel this morning and was told that they only had one room left. My wife booked a room without looking at their ratings or discussing their non refund policy. Upon arrival, I determined why they do not show a good picture of this facility. Though kept as neat and clean as possible, the cinderblock hotel was a little old and dated. I asked if I could get a refund and was told that it required 2 weeks notice for this "resort" in his words. The entire parking lot was empty with no one else in sight staying at this place. They lied to us about having only one room left to convince my wife to book in desperation. Well it worked. before I left this place we were yelling obsenities at each other. lesson learned. I expect to be billed for not staying there out of my own principles. Hope other people do not fall into this trap.

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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“We wouldn't stay again if the lodging was free!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I am not sure how the owners of this facility remain in business. I have traveled in the North Carolina mountains for nearly 40 years and have never met such a distasteful and rude owner/operator. Clearly the man is not from NC, as I have always gotten along swimmingly with the locals. The facilities are average, at best. However, the behavior of the owner will forever leave a black spot on my map of western North Carolina.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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470 Hwy 19 South, Bryson City, NC 28713
Price range (per night):* INR3,411 - 4,977

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