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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

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

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Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Experience modern comfort at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino, where guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy a full breakfast. Unwind at the gym or get work done at the business center - previous guests have praised the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
376 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rancho Viejo - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Hotel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG and take advantage of free full breakfast, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 94 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
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

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 may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cherokee / Casino
Inn Express Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cherokee / Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cherokee / Casino an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG located?

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

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