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A bedroom with a large window offering a view of mountains and trees.

A circular building with a wooden deck and a covered outdoor area, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

A cozy log cabin interior with a sofa, ottoman, and decorative wall art.

1. Sky Ridge Yurts

12.4 km from Fontana Lake

Jessica

NT$3,949

NT$8,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A marina with several boats docked, a covered seating area, and a building with a green roof.

A swimming pool with water features and inflatable rings.

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a wooden ceiling.

A building with a stone facade, a covered patio area with umbrellas, and a view of a forested area.

2. Fontana Village Resort

15.8 km from Fontana Lake

Brooke

NT$3,735

NT$4,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A building with an ice machine outside, a stone pathway, and orange flowers.

A reception area with a glass door, a wooden bear statue, a table with brochures, and a clock on the wall.

A stone building with a red roof, a covered patio, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A stone building with a window and a wall-mounted light fixture.

3. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

18.6 km from Fontana Lake

Daniel

NT$3,056

NT$3,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a small porch.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchenette.

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

19 km from Fontana Lake

Michael

NT$2,893

NT$3,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.

A reception area with a stone counter, framed pictures, and a potted plant.

A room with a sofa, a table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with a view of a river and forest, two chairs, and a table.

5. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

28.6 km from Fontana Lake

Betty

NT$2,064

NT$2,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.

A small, single-room tent with a green roof and a wooden door, set on a gravel path with grass around.

A cozy interior with a wooden bench, a small table with books, and a window with a view.

A tented accommodation with a bed, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

6. Gorgeous Stays

12.5 km from Fontana Lake

Corey

NT$3,387

NT$6,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a heater, and framed pictures on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifeguard station.

A coffee station with a daydream blend coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items.

7. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

18.3 km from Fontana Lake

William

NT$2,541

NT$2,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

A swimming pool with a small building in the background, surrounded by trees.

A lobby with a stone wall, beige sofas, and a reception desk.

A fitness center with treadmills, an elliptical, and a TV screen.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

29.9 km from Fontana Lake

Angela

NT$2,023

NT$2,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

A motel with a stone pillar entrance, a balcony, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a staircase.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a lamp.

9. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

29.9 km from Fontana Lake

Kontent

NT$1,954

NT$2,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A spacious, wooden-floored living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a fireplace.

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery.

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the river.

A stone staircase leading up to a rustic stone structure in a forested area.

10. Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

26.5 km from Fontana Lake

Alicia

NT$8,324

NT$9,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

11. Cherokee Grand Hotel

31 km from Fontana Lake

Barbara

NT$2,396

NT$2,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a glass candle holder with a lit candle, and two leather chairs.

A forested stream with rocks and dense foliage.

A two-story building with a covered porch, stone pillars, and a banner hanging from the roof.

An outdoor seating area with a covered patio, stone pillars, and a view of the parking lot.

12. Rolling Hills Lodge

30.6 km from Fontana Lake

Irene

NT$1,675

NT$2,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a wooden deck.

A treehouse cabin surrounded by dense forest.

Two elevated cabins with decks, surrounded by dense forest.

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lights, and large windows overlooking a green landscape.

13. Nantahala Outdoor Center

11.7 km from Fontana Lake

Stephanie

NT$2,577

NT$3,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom door.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a sign for 'Relax Inn', and a 'No Lifeguard on Duty' sign.

A building with a Relax Inn sign, Walgreens pharmacy, and a swimming pool.

14. Relax Inn

17.9 km from Fontana Lake

Gregory

NT$2,252

NT$2,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

A motel with a stone facade, a covered walkway, and a view of mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small table with a coffee maker.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and utensils.

15. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

30.6 km from Fontana Lake

Nancy

NT$2,577

NT$2,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand with a drawer, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, bar stools, a small bar area, and a television screen.

16. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

29 km from Fontana Lake

jerry

NT$2,160

NT$2,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a metal fence.

A living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

A rustic wooden building with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

17. McKinley Edwards Inn

17.8 km from Fontana Lake

Jie

NT$7,142

NT$8,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

18. Nantahala Village

11.8 km from Fontana Lake

William

NT$3,828

NT$4,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A brick building with a covered porch, a garage door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

A dining area with a mix of booths and tables, a patterned carpet, and a window with a view of greenery.

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

30.3 km from Fontana Lake

Indranil

NT$2,085

NT$2,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

A parking lot with a stone wall and green shrubs.

A room with a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

A motel with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating an ice machine.

20. Newfound Lodge on the river

30.9 km from Fontana Lake

NT$2,577

NT$2,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Fontana Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sky Ridge Yurts	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Fontana Village Resort	8.4 Very good 389 reviews	View
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages	8.2 Very good 345 reviews	View
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City	8.0 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Fontana Lake Hotel Reviews

Nantahala Village

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and comfortable beds. Beautiful establishment. Would definitely stay here again."

Sky Ridge Yurts

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful yurt in the woods 🙂"

Long View Resort

8/10 Good

"Salmon and steak were beyond well done and almost inedible. Easy fix…watch some videos and elevate the preparation. For the price of dinner it should be much better."

Nantahala Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Accommodating owners. Clean rooms and nice hot tub."

Gorgeous Stays

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful! The owners, the property, everything. We will be back for sure."

Other attractions near Fontana Lake

Fontana Village Resort Marina

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Fontana Dam with a trip to Fontana Village Resort Marina. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center during your trip to Stecoah. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

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Fontana Dam Town Hall

After visiting Fontana Dam Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fontana Village. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this quaint area.

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Sheep Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sheep Knob during your travels in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this quaint area.

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Stoney Hollow Farm

Enjoy an outing to Stoney Hollow Farm during your stay in Robbinsville. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront, or seek out the hiking trails.

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Tyre Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tyre Knob during your travels in Almond. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Evans Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Evans Knob during your travels in Bryson City. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Swain County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Swain County Park, a lovely green space in Bryson City. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fontana Lake?

Fontana Lake is located in an area that travelers like for its mountain views. You'll find 104 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels will I find close to Fontana Lake?

Expedia has 104 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fontana Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fontana Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Fontana Lake.

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Our top choices for Fontana Lake hotels

1. Sky Ridge Yurts

2. Fontana Village Resort

3. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

5. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

6. Gorgeous Stays

7. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

9. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

10. Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

11. Cherokee Grand Hotel

12. Rolling Hills Lodge

13. Nantahala Outdoor Center

14. Relax Inn

15. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

16. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

17. McKinley Edwards Inn

18. Nantahala Village

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

20. Newfound Lodge on the river

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Top Fontana Lake Hotel Reviews

Nantahala Village

Sky Ridge Yurts

Long View Resort

Nantahala Cabins

Gorgeous Stays

Other attractions near Fontana Lake

Fontana Village Resort Marina

Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center

Fontana Dam Town Hall

Sheep Knob

Stoney Hollow Farm

Tyre Knob

Evans Knob

Swain County Park

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