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Two Rivers Lodge

5280 Ela Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Sanford, North Carolina, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

I stayed here with a group this past weekend, and it was the most remarkable place to stay! Kathy and Blaine are Top-Notch owners of the motel. We felt comfortable, and relaxed. They made us feel like family. This has got to be the best place I HAVE EVER STAYED! Clean!!!! If you're looking for a place in this area,... More

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Arab, AL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

Last minute holiday weekend vacation. Ran up on this little gem by chance. Called and he had a cancellation for this weekend so we thought why not. First of all the owners are AWESOME!!!!! They will bend over backwards to help you out. Secondly they place is great right on the river VERY peaceful secondly VERY near all the major... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

Blaine was really personable and helpful in all ways, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and giving us really good advice on where to eat breakfast the next morning (Peters!). I also had an interesting encounter, where he was encouraging one of the local youth to get a job and stop breaking the law... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

During a 3 week trip through the south of the USA, we stayed at a lot of motels and hotels; this place was up there with the best of them. The setting is idyllic and the its location is perfectly placed between Bryson and Cherokee enabling you explore the two seperate parts of the Oconaluftee section of Great Smoky Mountains... More

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Gadsden, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

First I will start by saying how gracious our hosts were during our visit and I would recommend to anyone staying in this area to stay with these fine folks. Rooms are spacious and very clean . It is ideally located where 2 rivers converge and in between two nice places to sight see(Bryson City and Cherokee)or if you just... More

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Rainbow City, Alabama
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Really can not say enough to describe the hospitality shown to our club family at two rivers lodge. From tools to work on your bike to an "on the fly" wedding ceremony, we have not stumped them yet ! We have stayed at two rivers lodge our last three annual rides and looking forward to this years. the rooms are... More

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Gadsden, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

If you are looking for an extremely friendly place to stay, check these guys at Two Rivers out. Biker friendly and great people. Looking forward to our annual bike trip coming this Sept. Tim Drifters H.D.R.C.

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TwoRiversLodgenc, Owner at Two Rivers Lodge, responded to this review
5 March 2013

Thanks Tim. Our visit from the Drifters is always a highlight of our year. I look forward to riding with y'all again this year. More

Dublin
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16 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

My Family has stayed at this location Formerly Ela Motor Court Since 1955 - current owners of this Mom & Pop location - have kept it in perfect condition - from the rooms to the grounds if available stay in the river rooms - Blain and his family are great hosts -and will make you feel welcome . Plus this... More

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TwoRiversLodgenc, Owner at Two Rivers Lodge, responded to this review
5 March 2013

Thanks Bill. See you on your next stop over. More

Homeland, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

My husband and I stayed at Two Rivers Lodge for our 20th wedding anniversary getaway. We usually stay in downtown Bryson City when we're in the area, so this was our first stay. It definitely won't be our last! From the moment we arrived, we felt at home. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. We stayed in a river... More

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TwoRiversLodgenc, Owner at Two Rivers Lodge, responded to this review
18 February 2013

Thanks Lynn. It was great to meat you and your husband. We look forward to seeing you when you come back for the visit you've already reserved for this summer. More

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

We travelled with another family to Bryson City for a weekend in December 2012. We were drawn to this place because of the name - it sounded very nice. The motel is on a river and the scenery there certainly was very pretty. It was so fun to see the train, "The Polar Express", going by across the river at... More

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TwoRiversLodgenc, Owner at Two Rivers Lodge, responded to this review
18 February 2013

We love to see a family come together like yours and have a great time. We hope that your children are visiting here when our children are grown and running the show. More

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Also Known As:
Two Rivers Hotel
Address: 5280 Ela Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
Region: United States > North Carolina > North Carolina Mountains > Bryson City
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
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Ranked #1 of 10 hotels in Bryson City
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Two Rivers Lodge is a nostalgic Mom and Pop motel all ground level with cable, Wi/Fi, A/C, fridge, coffee, microwave and, toaster oven in every room. We have plenty of parking for trucks and trailers and are central to all the best roads in the Smokies as well as fishing, hiking, rafting and, kayaking. With plenty of space and a riverside park with bonfire pit we have something for everybody. ... more   less 

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