Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Reception
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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248 WBI Drive, Dillsboro, NC, 28725
  • Harris Regional Hospital
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Western Carolina University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Dillsboro

Located in Dillsboro, Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Harris Regional Hospital and Southwestern Community College. .This hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Western Carolina University and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Gold City Gem Mine.

What's nearby

  • Harris Regional Hospital - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Southwestern Community College - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Western Carolina University - 17 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 24 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 24 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Dillsboro hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 42-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. 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.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. Planning an event in Dillsboro? This hotel has 650 square feet (60 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 9:30 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 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

  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

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, 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
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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Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 684 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness
Nc
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice deck on the river, fresh plantings.

Awkward being given wrong room #, waking up person, 2 trips to front desk to sort it out. No sheets provided for sofa bed - 3 adults reservation. Clean. Very comfortable king bed. Many corvette owners and cars on site- fun finding that on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay. Only wish housekeeping was better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place

Best place I have ever stayed since my daughter started college 4 years ago.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view, the room, the staff…everything was absolutely perfect. I cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

April, Piedmont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay. The proerry manager
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel

Awesome, beautiful, clean, fun
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

10/10 Excellent

Kay Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful by the river. Beautiful views. Nice having an indoor pool, jacuzzi. If you rather be outside there is a fire pit with chairs, (fire wood provided too!). Nice breakfast provided in morning 6-9:30am. We really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal, Austin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view of the creek. Lovely balcony. Nice free breakfast. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Comfort

Very clean very comfortable bed. The woman who checked us in was so friendly. The pool and hot tub waa nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Jason L

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lots of questionable little things. The desk in the room is about 6 inches too hight to actually sit and work. The curtain rod in the bathroom is about a foot too low and the shower curtain puddles in thw tub.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly service from checkin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was absolutely amazing all around. The river was breathtaking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location! Staff was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the pancake making machine and so did my great Grandchildren that were with me.. we had a blast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was good. Only issues is the “cleaning smell is overwhelming…until we’ve been in our room a while.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great river view!

Very nice location on the river, the room with view and hot tub was perfect after along drive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay when touring college.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025