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Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Travelers relax on sun loungers by the indoor pool or venture to nearby Southwestern Community College from this well-positioned mountain retreat

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The Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites blends college town energy with mountain getaway vibes. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast, relax in the spa tub, or swim in the indoor pool. Practical comforts include an elevator and 24/7 front desk service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is 2.300.114 ₫
2.599.128 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, River View (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View (with Sofabed)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Corner

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Corner | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Corner

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Dillsboro, Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites is in the mountains and on a river. Gold City Gem Mine and Oconaluftee Indian Village are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
248 WBI Drive, Dillsboro, NC, 28725

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Oaks Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Western Carolina University - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 23 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mad Batter Food & Film - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's On Main - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Falls Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dalaya - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Hotel near Western Carolina University
Located close to Southwestern Community College and Harris Regional Hospital, Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites provides free full breakfast, a corner/local shop and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property, 1 meeting room and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 650 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

As of 18 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites on 27 Jan 2026 start from 2.300.114 ₫, excluding 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 Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Southwestern Community College, Harris Regional Hospital and Western Carolina University. Gold City Gem Mine and Harrahs Cherokee Casino are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Beautiful area on the river. Very close to site seeing and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and attentive staff. Morning Breakfast was very good and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Best Western in Dillsboro NC many many times over the years. It’s my go to place. Clean rooms, the indoor heated pool and the atmosphere are just a few of the great amenities offered. The staff always welcome my family and I as if its our second home especially the breakfast staff. The view and access to the river make it even more enjoyable especially if you have children in the summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was off the beaten path, but so worth it! Area around hotel is more commercial businesses & not a lot of lighting. However the views of the river & proximity to Dillsboro & Sylvia are worth it! Hotel was very clean, beds soft & shower was excellent. Staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exactly as we booked it. The hotel is great, clean, and friendly staff. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
116 was a wonderful room, beautiful view of the river, nice pool, great gathering spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the river is gorgeous. I had a river view room with a balcony, but the building has an excellent design with a deck off the dining room with chairs and tables, so any guest can get comfortable and enjoy the view as often and for as long as they like. For decades I’ve stayed in numerous hotels per year for work annd play, and this one was the quietest. The layout is easy to navigate and the room had everything I needed, including a small fridge and microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room over looking the river. Nice staff and clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

The room smelled like chlorine/bleach .probably due to the hot tub.....the river view.was very nice...the heater/AC unit was very noisy. The Continental breakfast was not good at all...the front desk person was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE staying @ this hotel! The building is absolutely gorgeous. The employees are always super helpful. And the complimentary hot breakfast is always wonferful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good. Rooms were nice. We didn't have river view and that was disappointing. We had left something behind and tried 20 times during the day to call property but never an answer of the phone. Very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel view with inside pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dag

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was super courteous. Although when we got to the room, the maids had left the door propped open with the door lock and I thought I was going to have to go in there and do some karate stuff! Lol.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasaddooque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River view was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Coretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view of the river was amazing, beautiful and relaxing. Bed was clean and comfortable. We slept very well. Room was very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and welcoming but the room was very hot( I turned it down to 58 degrees) and the doors slamming and people being loud in the hallways kept me from getting good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people who work there are always so friendly and helpful. We always meet, and make friends with, other stayers when we’re there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly employees.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our stay. The room was very nice and the amenities were wonderful. We especially enjoyed sitting on the back deck overlooking the river. The breakfast was you’re very good. The staff appeared anxious, but this could be because they appeared shorthanded.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous Views of the River
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will return! Nice staff. Very clean. Superb view of the river and birds.
Tuckaseegee River seen from hotel deck.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having the river balcony to sit on to watch the sunrise was relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing !!!! Perfect place for a relaxing family trip. The view of the river from the balcony and the outdoor lounge area was beautiful. Employees were friendly and hotel was clean and very welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be returning next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony overlooking the river was amazing. The firepit outside at night was lovely. Nice, quiet, clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025