Green River Lodge

2.0 star property

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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About the area

Saluda

Located in Saluda, Green River Lodge is in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Pearson's Falls and Blue Ridge Mall. .This hotel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Tryon Country Club and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Flat Rock Playhouse.

What's nearby

  • The Gorge Zipline - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 16 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 35 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 36 min drive - 57.3 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 36 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Green River Lodge

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Pearson's Falls
Green River Lodge offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Games
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Saluda Mountain Lodge
Saluda Mountain
Saluda Mountain Lodge
Early Blue Motel Hotel
Early Blue Motel Saluda
Early Blue Motel Hotel Saluda

Green River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 193 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, front to back of the building. The view out back overlooking the mountains was gorgeous. And Saluda is a quaint little town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I never met a staff person, so I can't say anything about that. I DID have direct text communication, however. The entire establishment is adorable and full of character. Those espousing sterile chain places may not like it much, but those - like me - who love reclaimed character will have GREAT appreciation for this beautiful gem. VERY comfortable and squeaky clean. The "backyard" view of the mountains is more than only breathtaking. I'd add a photo if I could, but "something" isn't cooperating and I can't upload one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The mountain views are awesome. Very friendly staff. Clean and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved thos place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved this place

Beautiful location, basic but nice and clean. Very quiet and restful. Nice bed linens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although right off Route 26 in Saluda, NC this property is quiet and has an amazing view of the mountains. There is a communal courtyard overlooking the valley and mountains and a small bar area for gathering. My room was perfect with all the amenities you would expect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received codes for room and overlook area prior to arrival, worked perfectly upon arrival. Room very clean, outdoor area has one of the best view’s we’ve seen at any property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came down from OHIO and this was a nice small, quite place. Totally recommend. Only thing i didnt like was when you first walk into the room its a little musty. But overall view in the back was beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

New owner, new name: Green River Lodge

The room looked like the photo. This is an old style motel with a wonderful view. Not all rooms get the view but all rooms get access to the view. Our room had a back door that led to the common back yard with the view, a fire pit, and a sauna. If we stayed a second night we would have tried both but tonight it was storming. There were some problems with the room but in the morning we spoke with the new owner, a local. She is getting repairs done and has plans to restore Appalachian character. It is close enough to the highway that you can hear some trucks. The driveway is a one way loop and the GPS tried to take us past the entrance. Look for the sign with the new name.
The view over the green river.
Enter here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy place With beautiful views of the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is modest but the view is great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is AMAZING!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this place. Had the best views. Make sure you get the room with a view. I can not wait to go back. Best stay ever.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Amenities
I spent a week at the property as I had business in Tryon NC, and this motel was 15 minutes to the event. It was quiet at night for the season I was there which was in March but still steady people staying. There was unfortunately a wild fire at the time but the staff kept us updated in the event of evacuation. The rooms are clean and are being updated as under new management. The views are stellar behind the motel. A work in progress but I think the new owners have a good plan for the motel and are working toward the progress daily. I spoke directly to them and they were friendly and very southern hospitality. The little town of Saluda is a sweet spot in those mountains. The Wildflour bakery I’m told is the best all around but get there early in the mornings for their sticky buns, they don’t last long. I had pizza there on Friday night and it’s the best I ever tasted. Wakey Monkey coffee shop is a must stop also. Fresh home baked pastry’s and breakfasts and lunch served daily till 2. Coffee was fresh and delicious, owners were sweet southern kindness. The whole town has great history and everyone who lived there are more than happy to share stories. Trangie, the Mayor of Saluda told me much of the history along with VIVi in the visitors center. I highly recommend this motel for a great get away stay tucked in the beautiful mountains in NC. Lots to see all around the area and short distances to each place from Early Blue. Come back for a relaxing fire and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Mountain treasure, staff super kind and accommodating ( even surprised us with bottles of bubbly), room and lodge very clean, soft towels, comfy bed and pillows, amazing views, peaceful outdoorsy vibes…
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025