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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor. - Great Smokies Inn Cherokee (Cherokee)
A stone building with a wooden deck and a tree in the foreground. - Great Smokies Inn Cherokee (Cherokee)
A building entrance with a registration sign, a lobby sign, and three rocking chairs lined up against a wall. - Great Smokies Inn Cherokee (Cherokee)
A rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier. - Great Smokies Inn Cherokee (Cherokee)
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp. - Great Smokies Inn Cherokee (Cherokee)
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(128 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

Two queen beds non smoking

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 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. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Oconaluftee Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and horse riding. Visit our Cherokee travel guide
Map
1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • A rustic building with a sign for Ruby Mine and a sign for Gold Mine.
    Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A museum exhibit with indigenous artifacts, including a large painting and a mounted animal head.
    Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A river flowing through a forest with a wooden bridge.
    Oconaluftee Islands Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • A wooden building with a red roof and solar panels.
    Cherokee Welcome Center
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Granny's Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Arby's
    6 min drive
  • Noodle Bar
    7 min drive
  • The Rice Wagon Cherokee
    2 min walk
  • Peter's Pancakes & Waffles
    14 min walk

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

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1385 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1889 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Anthony

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the location is great close to dining fuel and entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

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Very nice and friendly check in staff! Fun lodge decor. Beautiful views!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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Great location, clean room and staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christiana

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This was a great stay! The room was clean, the staff friendly and the location quaint. The room was a bit damp from humidity but otherwise great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

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Everyone was super nice from the time we checked in to house keeping. This was actually our 3rd time we’ve been here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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Staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Great place to stay if you are going to visit the park or the community.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Very clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

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Property was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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Really great location, local lodgey feel- rooms basic but everything you would need!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Curtis

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They have very clean rooms nice hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

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Rooms were clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

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For an “economy” hotel, very nice. Clean, helpful staff, conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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Very clean, close to food choices, and staff was very nice!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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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

Timothy

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The hotel was amazing, from the staff to the location, there was always someone cleaning, wiping down the rails on the walkways, mopping the walking areas, the hotel staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about the area, even though we had a room on the highway side it was very quiet and comfortable, and of course there were elk walking in the parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garth

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Great location, clean, comfortable, nice pool, no continental free breakfast, but free coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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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10/10 Excellent

Tony

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Very clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Debbie

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This is our go to place when we stay in Cherokee. Always clean, and all the staff are friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

karen

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This was our 3rd time staying there. The grounds, lobby and the room have always been clean and the staff very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026