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A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a television, and a desk with a computer.

A two-story brick building with a covered patio area and a parking lot.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a desk with a computer. There is a window with blinds, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a mirror, and two wall-mounted lamps.

1. Americourt Hotel

2.3 km from Watauga River

Samuel

SAR 240

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception desk with a framed landscape painting, a small statue, and a sign about parking charges.

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

A room with two brown leather armchairs, a small table with a bowl, a potted plant, a window with a view, and a radiator.

A rectangular pool with a blue interior, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a black fence.

2. Travelers Inn

2.5 km from Watauga River

David

SAR 263

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.

A hallway with a patterned floor leading to a door, a staircase, and a wall-mounted television.

A staircase leading to the 1st floor of a building with a sign indicating the address 625 E Elk.

3. The Downtown Post The Brady Suite

1 km from Watauga River

Erica

SAR 939

SAR 1,115 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

4. The Downtown Post

1 km from Watauga River

Jerri

SAR 1,010

SAR 1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a landing with a modern light fixture.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a coffee maker, a sink, and a shelf with decorative items.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden cabinet, a dining table with chairs, and a black door.

A hallway with a wooden console table, a white pedestal sink, and a large mirror. There are two black floor lamps, a fire extinguisher, and a framed painting on the wall.

5. The Downtown Post The Gracie Suite

1 km from Watauga River

"Loved The Gracie Suite! We absolutely loved our stay at The Downtown Post in The Gracie Suite! From the moment we arrived, it felt comfortable, welcoming, and peaceful. The suite was beautifully done, very clean, and had so much charm and character. It was one of those places where you immediately feel at home. Everything was thoughtfully put together, and we really appreciated the little details that made our stay extra enjoyable. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We will...

Christopher

SAR 800

SAR 949 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bar with wooden decor, multiple liquor bottles, and a bartender.

A large hotel with multiple floors, a courtyard with a swimming pool, and a landscaped garden area.

A lobby with a large, ornate chandelier, a floral arrangement, and a sign reading "Grand Soldiers Ballroom".

A cozy lounge area with leather armchairs, a round wooden table, and a stone fireplace.

6. Carnegie Hotel & Spa

15.5 km from Watauga River

Ken

SAR 556

SAR 654 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel building with the name 'Echosuites' prominently displayed. It features a rectangular structure with multiple windows and a well-lit entrance.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass partition, and a wall-mounted sign.

A modern gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.

A modern library with a long table and white chairs, surrounded by bookshelves.

7. Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr

17.2 km from Watauga River

Michael

SAR 281

SAR 330 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire feature.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, two refrigerators labeled "really cold" and "cold," and a shelf with snacks.

A swimming pool area with a shallow water sign, poolside chairs, and tables.

A spacious lobby with a modern seating area, a reception desk, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Johnson City, TN

17.9 km from Watauga River

Zeda

SAR 475

SAR 558 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sectional sofa, and a wooden reception desk.

A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a large digital screen displaying a tree pattern, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel lobby with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a counter with various items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, yellow lounge chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Johnson City

18 km from Watauga River

Paula

SAR 443

SAR 520 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a mirror.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a parking lot and a covered entrance.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern apartment with a kitchenette, a dining area, a living room with a blue sofa, and a workspace with a desk and chair.

10. Holiday Inn Express Johnson City by IHG

20 km from Watauga River

Barbara

SAR 428

SAR 503 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

A reception area with a dark wooden desk, a vase of white flowers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase in the background.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and kitchenette.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City

17.5 km from Watauga River

Roger

SAR 307

SAR 360 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and a vending machine area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a framed picture of mountains, and a sign that says "explore."

A hotel room with a bar area, seating, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

12. Hampton Inn Johnson City

16.9 km from Watauga River

DonnaMarie

SAR 443

SAR 521 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with fire pit seating and tables, surrounded by landscaped beds and a parking area in the background.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a dining table with chairs, and a modern living area with sofas and a staircase.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a central entrance with a covered porch, stone accents, and a well-maintained lawn with flowering plants.

A snack bar with a variety of chips and a beverage cooler.

13. Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

48.9 km from Watauga River

wendy

SAR 376

SAR 424 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

14. The Inn at Shady Lawn

38.7 km from Watauga River

blake

SAR 399

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and three framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and a safety railing.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and large windows providing natural light.

15. Comfort Suites Kingsport South

35.5 km from Watauga River

Rodney

SAR 417

SAR 490 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a 'Welcome to our Porch' sign.

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a red carpet, and American flags.

A campground with RVs and tents, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window, and a lamp.

16. The Pineola

45.7 km from Watauga River

Candace

SAR 366

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a sofa.

A snack display with various brands and types of candies and snacks.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker. There is a breakfast bar with a bowl of fruit and a coffee maker. The kitchen features dark wooden cabinets and a tiled backsplash.

17. Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG

15.8 km from Watauga River

Ronald

SAR 537

SAR 631 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A stone fire pit with seating around it, a covered patio area, and a modern building with multiple windows in the background.

A reception area with two dark wooden reception desks, a modern light fixture above, and a sign indicating the name 'Bonavoy'.

A bar area with stools, a menu board, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Johnson City

18.1 km from Watauga River

Joseph

SAR 554

SAR 651 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, green armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a stone pillar, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a large TV screen.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kingsport

35.5 km from Watauga River

Anna

SAR 476

SAR 560 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard station, chairs, and a clear exit sign.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Kingsport by IHG

35 km from Watauga River

Sharon

SAR 492

SAR 578 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Top Watauga River Hotel Reviews

Carnegie Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The property itself is beautiful and the rooms are spacious, especially the bathroom!!! Would have loved if there were coffee and ice water in the lobby, but the newspaper and apples were a nice touch :)"

Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr

10/10 Excellent

"The room was super clean!!! Staff was kind. However, the stove didn’t seem to work then we found out you need special pans or can buy at the hotel. Found that to be a bit ridiculous but we managed!!!! No coffee pot in the room and no blow dryer!!! Just sharing this so others can be prepared!!"

Quality Inn Johnson City near Downtown

8/10 Good

"Stayed for the Bands of America competition at ETSU. Clean, convenient, and awesome staff. Will stay again next year."

Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and well maintained. It was in walking distance to multiple restaurants. I would definitely stay here again."

Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and absolutely no issues whatsoever. Hosts worked with me to reschedule from July to end of September due to surgery in late June. Location was convenient and close to Elizabethton and the Wautaga Lake area. There’s no doubt that I would stay here again if it were available. Thank you for a great time."

3BD/2.5BA Tennessee Mountain Trout Lodge by Watauga Lake & River

10/10 Excellent

"The pictures for this property do not do justice! It is gorgeous. The house is wonderful and the views breathtaking. Brian responded immediately with answers to a couple of questions but really, everything was covered in his welcome package.I highly recommend this property."

Watauga Lake Hideaway

10/10 Excellent

"Nice quiet area. Great location."

Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

10/10 Excellent

"House was great for our stay. Perfect for a fishing trip."

Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second time staying here as it is close to our family in the Bristol area. We really enjoy the quiet atmosphere and the ability to allow our dog to play in the open field. The site hosts and maintenance folks are friendly and helpful if you need them. We will definitely stay here in the future. Thank you for sharing your property with us!!"

Other attractions near Watauga River

A stone monument with a stepped base surrounded by trees.

Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail during your travels to Elizabethton. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A white wooden structure by a river, surrounded by trees and a grassy area with benches.

Covered Bridge Park

After visiting Covered Bridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Carter Mansion

You can learn about the history of Elizabethton with a visit to Carter Mansion. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Harmon Park

After visiting Harmon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Edwards Island Park

Edwards Island Park is just one of the places to see in Elizabethton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Cat Island Park

After visiting Cat Island Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library

After visiting Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elizabethton. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Elizabethton City Hall

Elizabethton City Hall is just one of the places to see in Elizabethton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watauga River?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Watauga River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers love the area for its scenic parks, sporting events, and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 20 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Watauga River?

Located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Watauga River, Travelers Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices around the area include Carnegie Hotel & Spa and Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Watauga River?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Watauga River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watauga River, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Watauga River.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Watauga River?

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What can I see and do near Watauga River?

You can wander around Harmon Park, Edwards Island Park, or Covered Bridge Park if you want a dose of fresh air. At Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, Cat Island Park, and Brumit Island, take some time to really appreciate nature. You might plan a visit to Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark or Sycamore Shoals State Park while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Watauga River hotels

1. Americourt Hotel

2. Travelers Inn

3. The Downtown Post The Brady Suite

4. The Downtown Post

5. The Downtown Post The Gracie Suite

6. Carnegie Hotel & Spa

7. Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Johnson City, TN

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Johnson City

10. Holiday Inn Express Johnson City by IHG

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City

12. Hampton Inn Johnson City

13. Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

14. The Inn at Shady Lawn

15. Comfort Suites Kingsport South

16. The Pineola

17. Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG

18. Courtyard by Marriott Johnson City

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kingsport

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Kingsport by IHG

Top Watauga River Hotel Reviews

Carnegie Hotel & Spa

Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr

Quality Inn Johnson City near Downtown

Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City

Private Waterfront property with Mountains surrounding the Loft on the Doe River

3BD/2.5BA Tennessee Mountain Trout Lodge by Watauga Lake & River

Watauga Lake Hideaway

Beautiful Waterfront Home on Watauga River

Watauga River Cabins-Laurels Cabin

Other attractions near Watauga River

Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

Covered Bridge Park

Carter Mansion

Harmon Park

Edwards Island Park

Cat Island Park

Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library

Elizabethton City Hall

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