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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 star property
Unwind with sun loungers by your side at this charming hotel. Enjoy barbecue grills nearby while relishing its proximity to shopping.

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Nestled near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee offers a convenient retreat. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or children's pool, grab a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby. With laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance on site, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Wonderful
(122 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.2 out of 10
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(321 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Excellent
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the riverwalk, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee is in Downtown Cherokee, a walkable area in Cherokee with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad are cultural highlights. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ziplining nearby. Visit our Cherokee travel guide
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1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Cherokee_SmokeyMountainGold&RubyMine_553248621532656839_01
    Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park
    Oconaluftee Islands Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cherokee_CherokeeWelcomeCenter_553248621551385148_05
    Cherokee Welcome Center
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar
    6 min drive
  • Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
    7 min drive
  • Noodle Bar
    7 min drive
  • Granny's Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Soundbytes
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 20 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include 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

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 10:00 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 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Smokies Inn Cherokee have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Great Smokies Inn Cherokee pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Great Smokies Inn Cherokee located?

Located in Downtown Cherokee, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Oconaluftee Islands Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Harrahs Cherokee Casino is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1419 out of 1931 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1931 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1931 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1931 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1931 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Allison

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Staff is wonderful. The location is perfect and the restaurant across the street has fantastic food!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Betty

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Peaceful spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Blankenship

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This quaint little motel was tucked away with walking distance to shops and dining and just a few miles from the main strip and beautiful creek with parking, trails and picnic areas. The staff were so very nice. A simple stay and we enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

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Everything was clean! The Staff were Great! Within walking distance to shops and restaurants. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

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Great location, clean, friendly staff. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Lovely views and super friendly staff, very convenient in the middle of Cherokee.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Curt

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Clean and great location.staff were very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

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Clean and convenient. Not luxurious, but sufficient. No problems
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jody

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Nice place, pleasant staff. We enjoyed our stay at this property. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

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Very clean, girl at the front desk was very nice and helpful. It’s a no frills kind of place but it’s clean and affordable compared to the other places in the area. We enjoyed our stay and parking is so convenient!!! There are a few shops and restaurants within walking distance which was a big plus as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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This was a comfortable stay. The people were very pleasant and the room was clean. The hotel is definitely dated but again clean and well managed. The bed was one of the best I had stayed in the last few years.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Arup

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Parking was good. Location was good. Breakfast was missing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

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Very convenient for us, we stay there often. Fair price and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

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Close up everything , great staff , clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

angela

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I was pleasantly surprised by how nice this little place was! It was very close to the casino and convenient to everything. The staff was lovely as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

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The room was clean and rustic. We have stayed here before and were pleased with our last visit. I would recommend this hotel for a romantic getaway or a young family taking their kids tubing. There’s a great Mexican restaurant across the street. There’s also a great restaurant across the river called “Native American Brewing Company” that serves up traditional American food at reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

barbara

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We have stayed at this property before when we are in Cherokee. Nice clean room, comfy bed. We needed a downstairs room and they were able to accommodate. Good location, things to visit when walking and within driving distance of the visitors center to see elk. We will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norman

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The stay at Great Smokies is always good. Pleasant staff, good location, clean room and good price. This trip had the added feature of seeing a couple Elk walking down the road near the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Azad

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Clean room, friendly staff, clean grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leetrice

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My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary and decided to stay here. OMG!! The staff there is TOP TIER! Best customer service I have EVER had in a hotel setting! The lobby is beautifully decorated and clean as a whistle! The moment we checked in we knew we made the right choice! The room was really nice, very clean, and the amenities were great! We plan to return for the Fall Festival in October and we will definitely be staying here!! Thank to all of the staff at Great Smokies Inn! We'll see you again soon!! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

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Found this little gem on a whim. Conveniently located and within walking distance to shopping and dining. Cute little coffee bar in the front lobby with a variety of coffee, creamers, teas and hot chocolate! Room was very clean and beds/pillows were comfy. High recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Esther

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Great, clean, we loved it and will stay here again!! Staff was so friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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The room was very clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dallas

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One of the best places ive stayed at here in Cherokee! Rooms were very clean, staff was great. I will be staying here again next timevi come back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place to stay. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025