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Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

3.0 star property

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Cabin (White Oak 1) | Living area
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Cabin (Mountain View 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Cabin (Alcoa 2) | Terrace/patio
Cabin (Overlook 2) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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14981 Tapoco Road, Robbinsville, NC, 28771
  • Place, Cheoah River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santeetlah Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

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Cabin (Overlook 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Overlook 2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Mountain View 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Mountain View 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Mountain View 3) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Mountain View 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Cheoah 1) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Cheoah 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Cheoah 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Cheoah 2)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Cheoah 3) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Cheoah 3)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Chilhowee 1) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Chilhowee 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Chilhowee 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Chilhowee 2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Alcoa 1) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Alcoa 1)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Alcoa 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Alcoa 2)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Santeetlah 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Santeetlah 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin, 1 King Bed (Santeetlah 3) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin, 1 King Bed (Santeetlah 3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Santeetlah 4) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Santeetlah 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (White Oak 1) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (White Oak 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (White Oak 2) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (White Oak 2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Hemlock Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Hemlock Lodge)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Laurel Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Laurel Lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cabin (Overlook 1) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Cabin (Overlook 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Evergreen Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite (Evergreen Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Dogwood Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Dogwood Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Magnolia Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Magnolia Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Hydrangea Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Hydrangea Lodge)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Azalea Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Azalea Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Rhododendron Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite (Rhododendron Lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Sunflower Lodge) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room (Sunflower Lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

A restaurant, a bar/lounge and outdoor tennis courts are available at this lodge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area.
Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Robbinsville lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include outdoor tennis courts.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cheoah River. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, hiking/biking trails and a playground
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and Cheoah River
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the historic Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Robbinsville lodge.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Tapoco Tavern – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Tapoco Tavern

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Historic Tapoco Lodge Robbinsville
Historic Tapoco Lodge
Historic Tapoco Robbinsville
Historic Tapoco
Historic Tapoco Hotel Robbinsville
Tapoco Hotel Robbinsville
Historic Tapoco Lodge
Historic Tapoco Lodge Lodge
Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort Lodge
Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort Robbinsville
Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort Lodge Robbinsville

Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 426 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, wonderful food, and beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

joan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very limited on other options to dine out. Because of the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a motorcycle trip from TX for me and a friend. From the Covered parking, on site food and drinks, and easy, quick access to the Tail of the Dragon and so much more. This is was a perfect place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet retreat with on site dining by the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Wonderful lodge in a beautiful area!

We enjoyed a couple days of outdoor adventures and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, large clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel

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

Mel & Earline's Trip to Tapoco Lodge

Great Trip and the Food and Staff were excelent!
Mel relaxing at the river view!
Earline at TVA exhibit at Fontana!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great over night location to enjoy some fantasic driving roads! Restaurants, service, and even a fire pit enhanced our stay. Will be booking again for our fall trip for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Clarence E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy, right near the door. Staff was absent from front desk, so we had to wait for someone to alert the clerk. Room was immaculate, only issue is bed was too soft for us. Tavern restaurant was mediocre, trout fish and chips was pathetic. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a spectacular property and amenities!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Natural beauty in a historic setting!

We really enjoyed our stay at Historic Tapoco Lodge. Beautiful setting, great holiday decorations, exceptional service/food, and live music. We look forward to our next time there!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is awesome. Beautiful area. Dining was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a fabulous history and is a wonderful location for a get away. The food is fabulous, particularly the mountain trout! The staff are warm and friendly and so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay if you are trying to hit the dragon. The staff is incredible and the food is great as well. The rooms are spacious and have a great design.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the 1930 nostalgia and the modern amenities, as well as the cleanliness of the grounds and the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and nature
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place in the river
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pizza in the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there for our 40th wedding anniversary and we had a very special weekend. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic lodge with great décor. Great sitting are in the lobby. Great outside areas. Restaurants were great. Pizza in the tavern was delicious.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful history, friendly folks, and great service. Also, accommodations were very nice. Cabin was rustic but exceptionally comfortable. Will return soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property and team. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023