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$94248 Wbi Drive, Dillsboro, 28725, North Carolina, United States
455 reviews
1/61
Free parking
Indoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Fitness center
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro is a 3-star hotel in Dillsboro, North Carolina, United States. Located 0.3mi from the city center, the property sits at 248 Wbi Drive. Breakfast is offered, and price starts from $94.
On-site amenities include free parking, an indoor swimming pool, complimentary wifi, a fitness center, and a business center. Additional comforts feature a spa tub and a hot tub, air conditioning, a sun deck, terrace, river view, and mountain view. Non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessible facilities, an elevator, free toiletries, a balcony, a bathtub, a garden, a patio, and on-site parking complete the stay.
Reviews total 455, reflecting guest experiences at this Dillsboro location in North Carolina, United States.
Nestled along the river in Dillsboro, this 3-star base places travelers just a half-kilometer from the town center at 248 Wbi Drive. Breakfast is offered on site, making mornings easy before venturing out to explore the small-town charm and nearby scenery.
On-site amenities cover both convenience and relaxation: free parking, complimentary wifi, and an indoor heated pool designated for adults. A spa tub and a hot tub invite après-sightseeing unwinding, while a sun deck and terrace offer river- and mountain-view moments, all complemented by a fitness center and a business center.
Accommodations include a variety of room types featuring river views and balconies, with options that suit couples or families. After tallying up the 455 reviews, guests often note the welcoming atmosphere and the steady collection of smiles. Accepted payment methods include Visa, Diners Club, American Express, JCB, Discover, Mastercard, and Carte Blanche, with cash not accepted.
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Closest airports
Asheville Regional Airport
40.7miMcGhee Tyson Airport
51.3miToccoa Airport
53.5miFree parking
Indoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Fitness center
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
River view
Elevator
Picnic area
Garden
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Bathtub
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Room - 2 Queen, River View, Balcony/Patio
2 Queen Size Beds
300 sqft
Balcony
Refrigerator
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2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, River View, Balcony Or Patio, Microwave And R is 301 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width.
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Suite, King Size, River View
1 King Size Bed
400 sqft
Mountain view
River view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Offering a river view, this suite features a microwave, refrigerator, and seating area with a sofa bed.
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Room, Balcony
2 Double Beds
400 sqft
Mountain view
River view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
x4
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x3
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Balcony
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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Double Beds
400 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Microwave
Coffee machine
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Suite Two Queen Beds Non Smoking
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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, River View, Balcony/Patio
2 Queen Size Beds
Balcony
Refrigerator
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King Room, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
400 sqft
Private Bathroom
Wifi
Microwave
Coffee machine
x4
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x3
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This accessible room features a microwave and refrigerator.
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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, River View
2 Double Beds
400 sqft
Mountain view
River view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
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Offering a river view, this suite features a microwave and refrigerator.
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Double Beds
400 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Wifi
Microwave
x4
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x3
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2 Queen Beds.
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Suite, River View, Sofa, Balcony, Whirlpool
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Balcony
Refrigerator
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Suite Corner, 2 Queen Size Beds, River View, Balcony/Patio
2 Queen Size Beds
Balcony
Refrigerator
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Suite, Jetted Tub
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Spa tub
Balcony
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Suite, King Size, Sofa
1 King Size Bed
400 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Wifi
Microwave
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8.6
455 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Tracy
10
April 2025
Loved the view of the river and rockers on the porch to sit and watch the river. Very peaceful! Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was great! The biscuits were moist and fresh and the sausage gravy just topped it off! Good coffee also!!
No coffee maker In our room. The pool and hot tub were available 10am to 10 pm. It would be good if it had been available a little earlier because we wanted to get in the hot tub before checking out. Not enough parking space. We came in late in the evening and had a hard time finding a place to park. Didn't like that it was on a dead end road.
LucÃa
8.2
February 2025
The hotel has a wonderful view of the river in the deck outside, so that was really enjoyable. They also have a hot tub and an indoor pool, so you could really relax and enjoy it, even more in the winter (when we traveled). The breakfast was very good, and the cooking lady was making sure everything was okay and checking the supplies.
I didn't like that the room is not cleaned every day, and they didn't let us know that at the counter. They had very few personnel available so that's why they couldn't clean the room.
Andy
8.2
June 2024
Very nice location next to a river.
Rooms had a very musty smell. Changed to another room with same smell but less. There were two young ladies at the desk that were not at all happy that we changed the room. One really had an attitude at disgust towards us. One of the luggage dollies had a flat tire, so I put it in a location away from the others and she was not happy with that and showed it. We got into a bit of a "discussion" about why it should not be with the other dollies. Other than the musty smell and the staff issue, the location was nice and the morning breakfast was very good.
Laura
10
June 2025
I have family in the Dillsboro area, so every time I visit I stay at River escape best Western. The location is perfect for me to get anywhere I want to go. The room is always clean and comfortable. Breakfast is wonderful and the staff is friendly and courteous
Totally my fault, but I stayed on the side without a view of the river. I won’t do that again. I love sitting on the balcony and watching the river.
Stewart
8.2
September 2024
room was super, great shower, excellent views onto the river & direct access to the boardwalk. well laid out & a good size. location by the river is very tranquil. there is a pool & a gym. plenty of parking.
on arrival got checked but the check in staff didn't seem too happy, no smiles. breakfast was pretty basic. room smelt a bit musty with the AC on, but with the window open & mosquito mesh was fine.
Barb
8.2
September 2023
The location of the hotel is a big plus. It is about half a mile from the quaint downtown area of Dillsboro. Wonderful restaurants and shops. I booked a room with a balcony overlooking the river. It's definitely worth the extra money. So quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. The breakfast was excellent! Lots of great choices. The pancake machine had some issues, but I always found someone to fix it. (The pancakes were delicious, so it was worth the effort.) Each day, they had a different breakfast meat and eggs as well as pastries, bagels, cereal, juices, yogurt, and so on. The breakfast area had indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the river. What a wonderful way to start your day! The beds were very comfortable, and the room was clean with plenty of towels. Super soft water and good water pressure.
The air conditioning was very loud and never seemed to shut off. The lighting in the bathroom was super dim, and there was no way to adjust it. There was a strong smell in the hotel like a cleaner, not a bad smell, just very strong, so it took a little getting used to. I opened the door to my balcony to get fresh air in the room. The jets in the pool's hot tub were not working, and the coating on the pool and hot tub were very sharp. It was like little tiny sharp pebbles. Also, I swam in the evenings, and they didn't turn on the lights in the pool area 4 out of 5 days. So the only light in the pool area was natural light. So when it started to get dark, it got very dark in there. Maybe should've use an auto timer system.
Mary
9.1
May 2024
The room was comfortable and quiet--the arch somehow created more of a welcoming feel, the blue color scheme was soothing, and the bed was great. The highlight was being able to sit out in rocking chairs to watch the river as the sun went down. A blue heron made a lovely view even more interesting.
Breakfast was a little tricky for us because we eat lowfat. Wrapped apples were the only fruit we saw. Some of the other guests were going on and on about the pancake machine, but that's not the hotel's fault!
Sandi
9.1
July 2025
This hotel is our favorite one in the area. We stay there whenever we are in town for our students who are at WCU. We also enjoy it's proximity to downtown Dillsboro and all the adorable shops!
I have no complaints. The staff is always nice and available, the facilities are in good condition and the back deck on the river is an added bous!
Mike
8.2
July 2025
Most everything was good.
We brought grandchildren. I called ahead to make sure the pool was heated. Was told it was, but that was not the case. Could have been a simple misunderstanding though. The refrigerator was unusually small compared to most places. There was no coffee maker in the room.
Teeter
10
September 2023
been visiting Dillsboro for 20 plus years. River Escape Best Western is my favorite place to stay. My family and friends have visited Dillsboro and stayed at your location. The river setting is spectacular. Please don't change anything. I will return. See ya soon. Now that I've just retired. The trout fishing is awesome. RICHARD TEETER
Like I said, the visit was perfect' awesome, and spectacular. Trust me! JUST ASK HARRISON FORD! ok, what was it that I didn't like? My visit was not long enough. Thats my fault.
Attractions
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
8.8miOconaluftee Indian Village
9.1miGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR)
11.7miWheels Through Time Museum
14.3miRipley's Aquarium of the Smokies
28miSweet Fanny Adams Theatre
28miRipley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
28miMysterious Mansion
28.2miWild Bear Falls Water Park
29.3miAttractions
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
8.8miOconaluftee Indian Village
9.1miGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR)
11.7miWheels Through Time Museum
14.3miRipley's Aquarium of the Smokies
28miSweet Fanny Adams Theatre
28miRipley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
28miMysterious Mansion
28.2miWild Bear Falls Water Park
29.3miAirports
Asheville Regional Airport
40.7miMcGhee Tyson Airport
51.3miToccoa Airport
53.5miLocation
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Free parking
Indoor swimming pool
Business center
Free wifi
Fitness center
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
River view
Elevator
Picnic area
Garden
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Bathtub
Accessibility
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Spa tub
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Convenience store on site
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Fitness
Fitness center
Hot tub
Indoor swimming pool
View
Mountain view
River view
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Come and go whenever you want
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Reservations
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+1 (888) 385-6828Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
3+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Visa,
Diners Club,
American Express,
JCB,
Discover,
Mastercard,
Carte Blanche
This property does not accept cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro?
If you're staying at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro, the entry is set at 04:00 PM and exit is by 11:00 AM.
Is free parking available at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro?
Yes, there is ample parking available at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva/Dillsboro. The parking is free, conveniently located on-site, and does not require reservations.
How much does a stay at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro cost?
Rooms at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro are available starting from $94. Prices might vary according to room availability and chosen dates. To see the current rates, please add your travel dates.
Which room categories can I book at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro?
The hotel offers a variety of room types including suites and doubles. All rooms are non-smoking and have a size of 398 sqft. The suites come with different bed configurations such as king size beds or two double beds, while the double rooms have either a king size bed or two double beds. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 3 children.
What activities does Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro offer?
Guests at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can relax and swim in the indoor swimming pool, spa tub, or hot tub/jacuzzi. The pool is heated and available all year round. There are also beach umbrellas and beach chairs/loungers available for guests to use.
For those who are looking for more active options, the hotel offers hiking, canoeing, and fishing activities. There is also an outdoor fireplace and BBQ facilities for guests to enjoy.
Additionally, guests can maintain their fitness routine at the fitness center and sun deck. The hotel also has a business center for those who need to get work done.
With a variety of leisure amenities to choose from, guests at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro will have plenty of options to make the most of their stay.
Can guests use a pool at Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro?
The hotel offers one pool, which is available all season. This pool is located indoors and is restricted to adults only. It also has the feature of being heated.
Which payment methods are supported by Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro?
The Best Western Plus River Escape Sylva / Dillsboro accepts a variety of payment methods including JCB, Visa, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Carte Blanche. However, cash is not accepted.
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