Fontana Village Resort

3.0 star property

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Meeting facility
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Dock
Reception
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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300 Woods Roads, Fontana Dam, NC, 28733
  • Place, Fontana Dam Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santeetlah Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Room options

Main Lodge One King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Main Lodge Two Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Garden Bldg One King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Bldg Two Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Garden Fireplace King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Willow Cabin One Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Azalea 2 Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Hemlock 2 Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Fontana Dam

With a stay at Fontana Village Resort in Fontana Dam, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 4-minute drive from Fontana Lake. .This family-friendly lodge is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Fontana Village Resort Marina and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Tail of the Dragon Dragon Statue.

What's nearby

  • Fontana Dam Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fontana Lake - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Santeetlah Lake - 29 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 44 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 48 min drive - 65.5 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hazels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quill's Canteen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wildwood Grill at Fontana Village - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mountview Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fontana Village Rec Hall - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Fontana Village Resort

Fontana Village Resort offers 214 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina are featured at the lodge. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 214 guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a lazy river. Additional amenities at this lodge include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at Hazel's, one of the lodge's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Fontana Dam? This lodge has 17000 square feet (1579 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon.
Hazel's - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Quill's Canteen - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fontana Ice Cream Parlor - Onsite theme restaurant. Open daily.
General Store - Grocery - Onsite theme restaurant. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
The Dam Garage - Onsite theme restaurant. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet

Parking and transport

  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 18 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fontana Ice Cream Parlor
  • General Store - Grocery
  • Hazel's
  • Quill's Canteen
  • The Dam Garage

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Water skiing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (17,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • Marina
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 22.60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 14 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Fontana Resort
Fontana Resort Village
Fontana Village
Fontana Village Resort
Resort Fontana
Fontana Village Fontana Dam
Fontana Village Hotel Fontana Dam
Fontana Village Fontana Dam
Fontana Village Resort Lodge
Fontana Village Resort Fontana Dam
Fontana Village Resort Lodge Fontana Dam

Fontana Village Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 331 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, remodeled room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice room. Great food at Hazels. Mold on ceiling room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, staff was friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was unbelievably kind in nature , every time we had a question or needed something there was quick response. We look forward to another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late, 11p, front desk was expecting us to check in and the prices was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful resort

Awesome quiet resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great time. Lots of fun things to do.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not know I never stayed there I had to cancel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shane

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms really need some new carpet and some attention on the Restrooms and furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dariusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every second at this resort.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in the hotel style rooms. I liked I could walk to the food venue and food hall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gail

Rooms probably need an update. Resort itself was very nice, because of limited staff our food was always wrong. I would stay there again in the summer though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun time! The layout was interesting. We picked this so we could ride dragon tail. So glad we found it. The pool and lazy river were amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not use the pool but everything else was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Lots of activities for the family. Tons of hiking with many trail heads within walking distance. Very friendly staff. Great room.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but enjoyed the wooded setting and the uniqueness of the entire resort. Great place for kids.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice place but a little difficult for someone in a wheelchair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff my room was super nice very quite super clean high end furniture
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great resort in a small village. Close to tail of the dragon for all motorcycle and car enthusiasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only dining options are on resort. Food especially the pizza is great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lori L

Liked: Staff & service
The property was basic, but had great views of the smokies. Our room had plumbing issues the toilet was slow to flush and the tub wouldn’t drain while showering we had to stand in a tub of water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The many amenities it offers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing resort that my family stumbled into. So many amenities that we stayed an extra day. Our room in the lodge was clean and super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024