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Our top choices for Watauga River hotels

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

1. Americourt Hotel

Americourt Hotel
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Watauga River
6.8 out of 10, (431 reviews)
"Pleasant stay staff very helpful and room was huge!"
United States
Susan
The price is SARĀ 261
SARĀ 310 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Americourt Hotel
A reception desk with a framed landscape painting, a small statue, and a sign about parking charges.

2. Travelers Inn

Travelers Inn
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Watauga River
6.2 out of 10, (256 reviews)
"This place wonā€™t impress anyone but, its a cheap place to sleep. Not clean."
Canada
David
The price is SARĀ 234
SARĀ 284 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Travelers Inn
A modern hotel building with the name 'Echosuites' prominently displayed. It features a rectangular structure with multiple windows and a well-lit entrance.

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

Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr
2.0 star property
17.2 km from Watauga River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (483 reviews)
"Clean property and great staff"
United States
Michael
The price is SARĀ 247
SARĀ 291 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

4. Carnegie Hotel & Spa

Carnegie Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
15.5 km from Watauga River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,480 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great location!"
United States
Larry
The price is SARĀ 537
SARĀ 631 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Carnegie Hotel & Spa
A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City

Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Watauga River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"It was an awesome stay...."
United States
FRANCES
The price is SARĀ 276
SARĀ 325 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a water feature in the foreground, and a covered walkway.

6. Holiday Inn Express Johnson City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Johnson City by IHG
2.5 star property
20 km from Watauga River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Erin
The price is SARĀ 417
SARĀ 490 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Johnson City by IHG
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire feature.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Johnson City, TN

Home2 Suites by Hilton Johnson City, TN
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Watauga River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Service personnel were super friendly and impressive. You could tell they love taking care of the guests!"
United States
Stanley
The price is SARĀ 507
SARĀ 596 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Johnson City, TN
A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and a vending machine area.

8. Hampton Inn Johnson City

Hampton Inn Johnson City
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Watauga River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (750 reviews)
"Very caring staff and professional excellence from the time we walked in until we left. We will return."
United States
DonnaMarie
The price is SARĀ 444
SARĀ 521 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampton Inn Johnson City
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sectional sofa, and a wooden reception desk.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Johnson City

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Johnson City
3.0 star property
18 km from Watauga River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (706 reviews)
"The welcoming staff was so nice to be met by after a challenging drive. Room was clean, comfy bed, roomy bathroom, quiet. Nice selection of snacks for purchase and restaurants close by. Breakfast was good as was the coffee. I felt safe there."
United States
Paula
The price is SARĀ 476
SARĀ 559 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Johnson City
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, a TV screen, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

10. Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG

Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Watauga River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Everything was okay, will stay there again when we visit"
United States
DEBORAH
The price is SARĀ 282
SARĀ 331 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

11. Comfort Suites Johnson City near University

Comfort Suites Johnson City near University
2.5 star property
17 km from Watauga River
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Lady very nice and helpful to me as I was having surgery and stayed there overnight place was clean and quiet close to all amenities"
United States
Craig
The price is SARĀ 281
SARĀ 330 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Comfort Suites Johnson City near University
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a 'Welcome to our Porch' sign.

12. The Pineola

The Pineola
2.5 star property
45.7 km from Watauga River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (558 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Candace
The price is SARĀ 335
SARĀ 400 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Pineola
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

13. Motel 6 Kingsport, TN

Motel 6 Kingsport, TN
2.0 star property
29.9 km from Watauga River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It's clean and the staff is nice. Just one thing..., the sound of the TV in the next room was loud even though it was 5 o'clock in the morning"
United States
KENTA
The price is SARĀ 225
SARĀ 265 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel 6 Kingsport, TN
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

14. Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG

Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Watauga River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (346 reviews)
"Great room. Breakfast was also great. Will be coming back for sure and staying here twice a year while in Tennessee"
United States
Ronald
The price is SARĀ 567
SARĀ 666 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Staybridge Suites By Holiday Inn Johnson City by IHG
A spacious lobby with a blue accent wall, a staircase, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Sleep Inn & Suites Kingsport TriCities Airport

Sleep Inn & Suites Kingsport TriCities Airport
2.5 star property
26.1 km from Watauga River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The property was easy access, and very friendly staff."
United States
Russell
The price is SARĀ 264
SARĀ 311 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Sleep Inn & Suites Kingsport TriCities Airport
A wooden gazebo with a clear blue sky in the background.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Kingsport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Kingsport by IHG
2.5 star property
35 km from Watauga River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (755 reviews)
"Clean room and great staff"
United States
Miguel
The price is SARĀ 477
SARĀ 560 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Kingsport by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with checkered flooring, surrounded by brick walls and large windows.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johnson City

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johnson City
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Watauga River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"My family and I were in town for an overnight stay, and I couldnā€™t have been more pleased. The room was extremely clean, the check-in and check-out process was seamless, and the staff were very welcoming."
United States
Tanisha
The price is SARĀ 491
SARĀ 577 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johnson City
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, a bed, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

18. Hampton Inn Kingsport

Hampton Inn Kingsport
2.5 star property
35.6 km from Watauga River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (606 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean property with very comfortable beds. We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Tammy
The price is SARĀ 515
SARĀ 605 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampton Inn Kingsport
A modern living room with a fireplace, green armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kingsport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kingsport
3.0 star property
35.5 km from Watauga River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"Clean easy to stay hotel"
United States
Anna
The price is SARĀ 476
SARĀ 560 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kingsport
A cafe with round tables and chairs, a vending machine, and a wall with a motivational quote.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Johnson City

Super 8 by Wyndham Johnson City
2.0 star property
15.4 km from Watauga River
7.2 out of 10, Good, (809 reviews)
"Good central location"
United States
Larry
The price is SARĀ 179
SARĀ 210 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Johnson City
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Compare popular hotels close to Watauga River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a television, and a desk with a computer.
Americourt Hotel
2.0 star property
6.8
431 reviews
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A reception desk with a framed landscape painting, a small statue, and a sign about parking charges.
Travelers Inn
2.5 star property
6.2
256 reviews
View
A modern hotel building with the name 'Echosuites' prominently displayed. It features a rectangular structure with multiple windows and a well-lit entrance.
Echo Suites Extended Stay By Wyndham Johnson City Medical Cr
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
483 reviews
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A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
Carnegie Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,480 reviews
View
A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.
Sleep Inn & Suites Johnson City
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,007 reviews
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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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Top Watauga River Hotel Reviews

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
Carnegie Hotel & Spa

Carnegie Hotel & Spa

Carnegie Hotel & Spa
Johnson City

10/10 Excellent

The hotel was fabulous Would definitely stay again
United States
Susan
Reviewed March 23, 2025
Carnegie Hotel & Spa

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.