Fontana Dam, NC

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Tremont Lodge & Resort

Tremont Lodge & Resort

3 out of 5
7726 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Townsend TN
The price is ₩121,633 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
₩121,633
₩175,623 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (509 reviews)
Room was very well kept and accommodating. My family and I emjoyed the location and amenities. We would definitely recommend and stay again

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Tremont Lodge & Resort
Best Western Cades Cove Inn

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

2.5 out of 5
7824 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Townsend TN
The price is ₩115,318 per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
₩115,318
₩132,330 total
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great breakfast. Comfortable bed. Very clean.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Best Western Cades Cove Inn
Talley Ho Inn

Talley Ho Inn

2 out of 5
8314 Tennessee 73 Townsend TN
The price is ₩149,766 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
₩149,766
₩171,854 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions River Rage Go-Kart Track and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
The staff was very nice, the room was great and clean, the whole stay was a real pleasure. I will definitely stay there again soon

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Talley Ho Inn
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.
Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins

3 out of 5
580 Nantahala Cabins Ln Bryson City NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
Cabin was just right for our needs. It was clean and well appointed. Property management was attentive.

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Nantahala Cabins
Gorgeous Stays

Gorgeous Stays

3 out of 5
11044 US-19 Bryson City NC
Stay at this cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free parking, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and Swain County ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Loved this unique stay!! Wendi is a great host and we enjoyed seeing all stay options with her.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Gorgeous Stays
Wayah Ridge Escapes

Wayah Ridge Escapes

2 out of 5
22 Wayah Ridge Topton NC
Stay at this vacation home in Topton. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Nantahala Lake and Lakes End Marina are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Traveled with our family of four for a long weekend. We loved the peaceful setting and spent our nights around the firepit eating s'mores! Our days featured short trips to Andrews for a railbike tour and a stop at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Communication was great, and the owners were very attentive. ...

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Wayah Ridge Escapes
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.

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Reviews of Fontana Dam

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great roads and beautiful views!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Enjoyable