The Best Hotels Closest to Fontana Lake in - 2026 Updated Prices

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

A compact kitchen with a wooden counter, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.

1. Gorgeous Stays

12.5 km from Fontana Lake

Corey

₹10,066

₹19,395 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Cherokee Grand Hotel

31 km from Fontana Lake

Christopher

₹5,353

₹6,156 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A kitchen with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel sink.

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

3. Sky Ridge Yurts

12.4 km from Fontana Lake

Sandra

₹10,593

₹22,772 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A wooden cabin with a porch, picnic table, and grill area, surrounded by trees.

4. Nantahala Ridge

12.7 km from Fontana Lake

Madison

₹12,742

₹18,179 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

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

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

19 km from Fontana Lake

Jahangir

₹7,552

₹8,534 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

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

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

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

17.8 km from Fontana Lake

Gary

₹19,731

₹22,294 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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

A swimming pool with water features and inflatable rings.

7. Fontana Village Resort

15.8 km from Fontana Lake

Brooke

₹11,098

₹12,541 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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.

8. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

29.9 km from Fontana Lake

Charlene

₹7,552

₹8,685 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a desk, and a television.

9. Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

26.5 km from Fontana Lake

Amy

₹24,735

₹27,950 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A serene park with a picnic area and a river.

A lodge with a green roof, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating it is an American-owned family-operated business.

A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A motel with multiple rooms, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

10. Two Rivers Lodge

23.9 km from Fontana Lake

Tabitha R

₹7,871

₹8,894 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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.

A lobby with a reception desk, a red sofa, patterned blue armchairs, and a wooden floor.

11. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

29 km from Fontana Lake

jerry

₹8,087

₹9,300 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.

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

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

12. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

30.6 km from Fontana Lake

Dorathy

₹7,915

₹9,102 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

13. Nantahala Village

11.8 km from Fontana Lake

William

₹8,508

₹10,145 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and two lamps.

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

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

29.9 km from Fontana Lake

Carol

₹6,744

₹7,756 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A parking area with a gazebo, surrounded by a garden with red flowers.

15. Relax Inn

17.9 km from Fontana Lake

Leona

₹7,170

₹8,102 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hot tub area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a view of the surrounding forest.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a window, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A cabin with a wooden deck, a chimney, and a small porch.

16. Nantahala Cabins

12.4 km from Fontana Lake

Anthony

₹11,682

₹31,861 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

30.3 km from Fontana Lake

Indranil

₹6,190

₹7,310 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

28.6 km from Fontana Lake

Shan

₹6,811

₹7,833 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

A treehouse cabin surrounded by dense forest.

19. Nantahala Outdoor Center

11.7 km from Fontana Lake

Stephanie

₹9,249

₹12,288 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a bed with a patterned blanket, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a lamp, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, a kitchen area, and a bathroom.

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.

20. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

18.6 km from Fontana Lake

Charles

₹8,336

₹9,420 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Fontana Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gorgeous Stays	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Cherokee Grand Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,290 reviews	View
Sky Ridge Yurts	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Nantahala Ridge	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City	8.0 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Fontana Lake Hotel Reviews

Sky Ridge Yurts

10/10 Excellent

"What an awesome house! The architecture and style was amazing. It had all the creature comforts and then some. I only wish that we could have stayed there longer."

Nantahala Village

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful room and property. Elegant!"

Nantahala Cabins

10/10 Excellent

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

Nantahala Outdoor Center

10/10 Excellent

"We had the best time, place was very clean and conveniently located IN NOC near all the outdoor activities! Will be back!"

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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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 travellers 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 can I expect to find close to Fontana Lake?

Expedia has 104 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Fontana Lake.

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Our top choices for Fontana Lake hotels

1. Gorgeous Stays

2. Cherokee Grand Hotel

3. Sky Ridge Yurts

4. Nantahala Ridge

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

7. Fontana Village Resort

8. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

9. Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

10. Two Rivers Lodge

11. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

12. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

13. Nantahala Village

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

15. Relax Inn

16. Nantahala Cabins

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

18. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

19. Nantahala Outdoor Center

20. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

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Top Fontana Lake Hotel Reviews

Sky Ridge Yurts

Nantahala Village

Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Outdoor Center

Gorgeous Stays

Other attractions near Fontana Lake

Fontana Village Resort Marina

Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center

Fontana Dam Town Hall

Sheep Knob

Tyre Knob

Evans Knob

Swain County Park

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