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Drama Inn

2.0 star property
Riverwalk motel in Cherokee with a seasonal outdoor pool

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Signature Room | Living area
Signature Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Signature Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Signature Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
462 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SoundBytes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brio Italian Grille - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Drama Inn

Motel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Drama Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
  • An off-leash area
Room features
All guestrooms at Drama Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires an advance deposit for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn
Drama Cherokee
Drama Hotel Cherokee
Drama Motel Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel
Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Does Drama Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Drama Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Drama Inn?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Drama Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Drama Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Drama Inn located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this motel is steps from Cherokee Welcome Center, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Oconaluftee Islands Park and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are just steps away.

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Drama Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 334 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sitting on the upstairs deck and listening to the kids play during the day or quiet evening time in the rocking chairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great view of the river
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is placed very well by the river, quite and very comfortable, it brings you back in time. Very good for relaxing and disconnecting for a couple of days. Walking distance to shops and museums in the area. the host was very cordial and polite. We enjoyed our girls weekend very much and this hotel did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
View off balcony over creek was beautiful. Beds need replaced, lumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible condition. Water leaked in from the bathroom ceiling. The beds were so old and worn they had big divits in them.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place right on the river, friendly staff. I'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient but had a moldy smell and had to leave because of bed bugs on both beds headboards pillows and sheets
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was double charged at check in, I paid for my stay and have a receipt from Expedia from the day I reserved my room, but was charged again at check in. If you pay at the time of reservation print a hard copy of your receipt before you go on vacation. I liked the hotel but didn’t get the room I reserved and paid double. I contacted Expedia and they tried to say I was supposed to pay at check in but was charged when I booked with them and also when I left the hotel. So do not use Expedia if you don’t want to be charged double.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the river and easy to walk to local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Katina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was nice but you could tell it had a little damage from Helene. Had a slight musky smell at first but it went away. The stay it self was very pleasant. Had a view if the rive behind us and it was right there at the River Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just don’t stay there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is old but maintained. Friendly staff excellent location. Love that is dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating. The property needs a thorough rehabilitation and updating along with a deep cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was kind and efficient. The front desk personnel even did a quality check on our room and turned the heater on for us beforehand. I definitely will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was right on the river. Enjoyed watching the geese and ducks swimming. Nice quiet environment, very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

RICKIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older building and it may not be for everyone but overall clean and comfortable. The front desk lady was friendly. The location was outstanding. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed wasn't comfortable. Room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very nice and accommodating to all your needs. Great location and walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Everyone was so nice. We brought our dog for her first trip to the mountains to hike with the family and this was the perfect stay right by the river and very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel, but the view of the river is awesome. Great location and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022