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Cherokee Grand Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Lobby
Exterior
City shuttle
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

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

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(112 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 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
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬7 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
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator and a vending machine
  • 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

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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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Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1100 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the staff was nice and was really good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean rooms, great customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Lee

I appreciated the shuttle ride to and from the casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

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

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle to the Casino was great. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and easy checkout
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking, easy check in and short walk to food and entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean but old, not my usual type of hotel. It was a spur of the moment trip and we took what we could get. Rude entire staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just an overnight get away for my husband and myself. The room was really nice and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My favorite place to stay. Love this place and the staff are awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Looking at the pictures, would not have thought this was on a major highway. Also, could see light through the edges of the door. Otherwise, great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Was affordable and fairly decent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Pleasant employees great they had a shuttle to and from casino
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here the last four times that we went to Cherokee. Everything is so convenient and the staff is so friendly. Love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SinaTracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jody E

Liked: Cleanliness
Proximity to the casino
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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