Historic Tapoco Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Robbinsville. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Tapoco Tavern, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this historic lodge include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
27 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age – 25
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 25
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Fishing
Ecotours nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
9 buildings/towers
Built in 1930
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Arcade/games room
2 outdoor tennis courts
Banquet hall
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Tapoco Tavern – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: 3 per cent of room rate
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 17 for adults and USD 10 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Historic Tapoco Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Historic Tapoco Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Historic Tapoco Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Historic Tapoco Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing and hiking, and practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Historic Tapoco Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Tapoco Tavern.
What's the area around Historic Tapoco Lodge like?
Historic Tapoco Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Nantahala National Forest and 15 minutes' walk from Cheoah Dam.
Historic Tapoco Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
IDYLLIC STAY
We found the hotel quite by chance after our previous booking at Asheville was cancelled due to Hurricane Helene. We absolutely loved everything about our stay - the hotel, the location, the staff, the hot tub, the hiking trails, and the trout I had in the Tapoco Tavern was one of the best meals I have had during my time in the US. We live in the UK but will definitely recommend the lodge to our family living in Atlanta and anybody we know visiting North Carolina
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
Joe
Joe, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2024
The Tapoco Lodge is absolutely beautiful and the staff was amazing. The cabin we stayed in felt like everything was antique but somehow still new. My only complaint was that Expedia allowed me to book it as a pet-friendly room when the actual room I chose wasn’t pet-friendly. The Tapoco honored the reservation anyway and took care of us. They were terrific. My wife is already asking if we can stay here again.
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Great place to stay, wonderful food, and beautiful views.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Driving the Tail of the Dragon and staying at the Tapoco lodge as been on my bucket list for years. Neither disappointed. The folks at the lodge were super nice, dinner and drinks were lots of fun. The location is fantastic and the property is really enjoyable. The cabins are rustic cabins so don't expect 5 star accommodations but they're fun.
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2024
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2024
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.
RICHARD
RICHARD, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 April 2024
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 April 2024
Beautiful property!
The view out of our window was beautiful, we were on the creek side.
The room was clean and comfortable and large
Staff is very friendly
Small store on site has great gift items
Downside is there wasn’t a TV in the room
Also cars on The Dragon can be noisy
Restaurant is just OK- pizza was delicious but other food (burgers, trout) not great
KRISTI
KRISTI, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2024
Look at the website pics. This Lodge looks and feels exactly like the website pics. No way to go wrong if you like a rustic stay in the mountains. A sure nuff trout stream… fire pits and s’mores at night… cozy bar/customer lounge…great hiking trails…fast cars courtesy of the rail of the dragon… mountains everywhere
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2024
Great atmosphere and beautiful surroundings!
Lance
Lance, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2024
Perfect weekend get away .... lots to do. Nice and clean and picturesque.
Craig
Craig, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2023
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2023
Great place
Always a great place to stay. Can't beat tye views
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2023
This place is perfect! Staff is attentive and the food was delicious. Love the bird background noise in the room, the great coffee that is always available, river front dining with our wonderful waitress and the cozy and comfortable bed and bath. Motorcycle garage a plus!
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2023
Awesome place in the river
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2023
Jack
Jack, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2023
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2023
We selected a cabin and could easily walk from it to the main lodge. The setting on the water was perfect. Just a short ride from the Lodge is the southern tip of the Tail of the Dragon, a great ride for us in our Vette.