Top 10 Hotels in Riverside, NC (from $72) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with wooden flooring, doors on both sides, and a water dispenser on the right.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifebuoy against a blue wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

1. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Dillard

Tony

$66 nightly

$81 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, a marble counter, framed photographs, a welcome sign, and a lamp.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

2. Hampton Inn Franklin

Franklin

Steven

$147 nightly

$165 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.

A swimming pool area with a fenced deck, picnic tables, and umbrellas.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling fan, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a chair with a red cushion, and a painting on the wall.

3. Carolina Motel

Franklin

Ken

$99 nightly

$109 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a desk, a television displaying a news channel, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a stone-paved entrance, and a black door.

4. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Dillard

Lesley

$57 nightly

$72 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and various appliances.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk, a chair, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.

A Microtel Inn by Wyndham building with a parking lot and a grassy area in front.

5. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Franklin

John

$68 nightly

$76 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.

A black entertainment unit with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a DVD player.

A building with a mural of a landscape featuring mountains, trees, and bears by a river.

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, and a large window with curtains.

6. Colonial Inn Franklin

Franklin

Kylie

$67 nightly

$74 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.

A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A covered porch with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A covered porch with white wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

7. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin

Tim

$105 nightly

$118 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A casino bar with multiple screens, slot machines, and a curved counter.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel breakfast area with a refrigerator, fruit bowls, and a coffee station.

8. Quality Inn Franklin

Franklin

Jennifer

$125 nightly

$141 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

A gazebo with a red roof and beige walls, located in front of a building with a red roof and beige walls.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

9. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Franklin

page

$72 nightly

$81 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.

A room with a bed, a chair, a window, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

10. Sapphire Inn

Franklin

James

$79 nightly

$89 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

A picnic area with tables and benches on a grassy field, surrounded by a fence and trees.

A motel with a covered parking area and a sign indicating it is open.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a coffee machine, a television, and a display of magazines.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Clayton

Jeffrey

$68 nightly

$84 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A room with two red patterned sofas, a dark coffee table, and a blue armchair. There is a large window with a view of a mountain and a red structure in the distance.

A Days Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple balconies and a well-lit entrance.

A reception area with a reception desk, a chandelier, a welcome sign, American flags, and a framed painting on the wall.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Clayton

Thomas

$72 nightly

$89 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A stone-walled dining area with a menu board, wooden ceiling, and a view through a window.

A stone fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, with a large stone building in the background.

13. Dillard House

Dillard

Diksha

$189 nightly

$224 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A two-story house with a visible number '203' on the exterior wall, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a small porch area.

A spacious lobby with leather armchairs, a coffee bar, and a large painting of a bear.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with chairs, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

14. Bridge Creek Inn

Clayton

Abbey

$144 nightly

$172 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A forested area with a fire pit and wooden chairs.

A spacious living room with a large window, a stone fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A spacious living area with a large window, a wooden dining table, and a cozy seating arrangement.

15. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Highlands

David

$199 nightly

$218 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, flanked by wooden chairs.

A teal building with a sign reading "H.M.H." and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A rustic living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, a patterned sofa, and antler decorations.

A bedroom with a large bed, patterned wallpaper, a decorative headboard, and a window with a view of the outside.

16. Highlander Mountain House

Downtown Highlands

Chris

$195 nightly

$214 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A round table set for four with wicker chairs, a white tablecloth, and a view of a forested area through large windows.

A wooden bridge over a small water feature with a large water wheel in the background.

A rustic water wheel structure in a lush garden with a waterfall in the background.

A cozy living room with a large window, a fireplace, and various plants.

17. Sylvan Falls Mill B&B

Rabun Gap

Tiffany

$199 nightly

$236 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden deck with a sign reading "the Clear View" supported by a wooden post.

A two-story building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Mountain Aire Cottages".

A wooden staircase leading up to a deck surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

18. Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping

Clayton

Jason

$156 nightly

$187 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

A bar area with stools, shelves with glassware, and baskets hanging from the ceiling.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a bed, a small table, and a chair.

19. Outpost Inn

Highlands

Erin

$229 nightly

$251 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

A stone building with a green roof and large windows, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a balcony with a wooden railing.

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, white chairs, and a central fire pit.

20. The Skyline Lodge

Highlands

Elizabeth

$280 nightly

$307 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Riverside Hotel Reviews

Colonial Inn Franklin

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are very clean. the staff was very nice. easy to check in. no problems at all. I would definitely stay there again"

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

10/10 Excellent

"We were so pleased with our accommodations! The lady at check in was super nice and so helpful. We were so pleased with our room! It was so spacious, and we loved that it had "master" area downstairs from some privacy. My grandchildren loved the indoor pool but were disappointed that they could not get in the hot tub because of the age rule in place. We stayed here to attend the WCU game which was just a short drive. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our weekend. We just needed more time to take advantage of all of the opportunities Sapphire Valley Fairway Forest offered!!"

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and peaceful."

The Skyline Lodge

8/10 Good

"It has beautiful views. I loved the heated bathroom floors!"

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

8/10 Good

"This is a late-1800s property in a convenient in-town location. Some deferred maintenance was seen, but it was very serviceable. Rooms were clean & good sized, but our bathroom shower was TINY. Lots of public areas to relax & enjoy the views. Owner was very helpful with recommendations for area restaurants & things to see/do. Breakfast was great, with a good mix of hot & cold items. Owner even insisted on giving us a "to-go bag" as we were leaving before breakfast started."

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

8/10 Good

"This place is a bit rough. But the excellent staff makes up for a lot. We had a bit of a problem and they were so very helpful for us - way beyond most places, so we’re very grateful!"

Highlander Mountain House

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at HMH! The room was so well put together and the atmopshere was top notch! The Ruffed Grouse was an amazing meal. I loved all the staff we encountered! Everyone was so friendly and helpful!"

Bridge Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The old building is beautiful! Our room was very clean."

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

10/10 Excellent

"If you are a business traveler, or you are someone that doesn’t care about having a lot of amenities this place will be perfect for you. This place has budget rooms that have one single queen bed, and none of your standard amenities like a microwave or a refrigerator or anything like that but the price is very good. It’s always been very clean. I’ve had no issues. The beds are comfortable and it’s overall fantastic for the money. And just to reiterate, as long as you don’t care about having a lot of fancy amenities, this place is absolutely great for a quick stay. The parking lot is very well lit and has plenty of space. You’re also located very close to gas stations restaurants grocery stores, all sorts of place within quick walking distance."

More cheap stays in Riverside

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

13 Royalty Ln Dillard GA

$57 nightly

$72 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

81 Allman Dr Franklin NC

$68 nightly

$76 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

64 White Oak Ln Dillard GA

$66 nightly

$81 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

54 Hwy 441 North Clayton GA

$72 nightly

$89 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (939 reviews)

Quality Inn Franklin

313 Cunningham Rd Franklin NC

$125 nightly

$141 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (735 reviews)

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

3245 US Highway 64 E Sapphire NC

$142 nightly

$160 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (781 reviews)

Hotels in Riverside with star-rating

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Riverside?

The best area to stay in Riverside is the Downtown Historic District, which offers a blend of convenient access to local attractions and a pleasant environment for visitors.This district serves as the city's central hub, characterized by historic architecture, tree-lined streets, and a variety of shops and dining options. Key landmarks include the Riverside Art Museum and the Fox Performing Arts Center, both located on Mission Inn Avenue. It's a very walkable area, making it easy to explore on foot.Couples will find the Downtown Historic District particularly appealing due to its array of upscale restaurants, boutique shops, and cultural venues. Evenings can be spent enjoying a performance at the Fox Performing Arts Center or a leisurely dinner at one of the many quality eateries.Solo travelers will also appreciate the Downtown Historic District for its accessibility and the variety of activities available within a compact area. It's easy to navigate, and there are numerous cafes and public spaces where one can relax and observe the local scene.

When is the best time to go to Riverside?

The best time to go to Riverside is during the spring (April to May) and fall (September to October) when the weather is mild and pleasant for outdoor activities.Spring in Riverside brings comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from the 60s to low 70s Fahrenheit, making it ideal for exploring the historic downtown area and its waterfront parks. You'll find fewer crowds compared to the summer months, and the local gardens are in full bloom, offering scenic views for leisurely strolls.Fall also offers excellent conditions, with average temperatures from the high 60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. The humidity is lower, and the changing leaves provide a colorful backdrop for visits to the Riverside Botanical Garden or walks along the Riverwalk.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Riverside.

How much is the nightly rate at a Riverside hotel?

Prices for hotels in Riverside often vary, but you can find a great deal from $72 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Riverside hotels

1. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

2. Hampton Inn Franklin

3. Carolina Motel

4. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

5. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

6. Colonial Inn Franklin

7. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

8. Quality Inn Franklin

9. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

10. Sapphire Inn

11. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

13. Dillard House

14. Bridge Creek Inn

15. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

16. Highlander Mountain House

17. Sylvan Falls Mill B&B

18. Mountain Aire Cottages, Inn & Glamping

19. Outpost Inn

20. The Skyline Lodge

Top Riverside Hotel Reviews

Colonial Inn Franklin

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

The Skyline Lodge

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Highlander Mountain House

Bridge Creek Inn

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

More cheap stays in Riverside

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Quality Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hotels in Riverside with star-rating

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