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Cherokee Grand Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
City shuttle
Exterior
Cherokee Grand Hotel, near Oconaluftee Islands Park and Eastern Cherokee Agency, offers a continental breakfast, in-room WiFi, and a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers. Enjoy lobby coffee for a quick pick-me-up. The staff consistently impresses with their helpful service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
196 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rancho Viejo - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Hotel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Located close to Oconaluftee Islands Park and Eastern Cherokee Agency, Cherokee Grand Hotel provides free continental breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 90 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Cherokee Grand
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Cherokee Grand Hotel Hotel
Cherokee Grand Hotel Cherokee
Inn Of The Seven Clans Hotel Cherokee
Cherokee Grand Hotel Hotel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Does Cherokee Grand Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Cherokee Grand Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cherokee Grand Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cherokee Grand Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Cherokee Grand Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cherokee Grand Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Oconaluftee Islands Park, and Eastern Cherokee Agency. Cherokee Welcome Center and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cherokee Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1064 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1064 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1064 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1064 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1064 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randell

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and room was clean. Close to casino and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
had a great stay will come back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodations at a good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here two nights and the place was great friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here whenever we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable, short walk to the casino and it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stay was very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to everything in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in walking distance to casino.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice. The breakfast area was clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

From front desk checking in to checking out it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location , shuttle service , Staff were all great. The breakfast wasnt bad either.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenience, friendly, housekeeping was amazing.
On our road trip around
In front of Cherokee Casino
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean facilities in a good location. Staff was friendly with room service daily. Hotel price was good for the area and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and accommodations were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the convenient shuttle to the casino! Chip, the van driver, is very friendly making it an enjoyable ride!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased with the room! Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good pricing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service
Great rate and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tatyana

Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If touvare looking for a clean and affordable place to stay this is it! No frills but decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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