GREAT SMOKIES INN - CHEROKEE | Stay in Cherokee from 68$/Night

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Hotel Overview and Details

1636 Aquoni Road, Cherokee, North Carolina, United States, 28719

“The inn is conveniently located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance.”view full review

Great Smokies Inn - Cherokee - Mountain hotel near Harrah's Casino

Located in Cherokee, North Carolina, Great Smokies Inn is 0.5 km from Saunooke Village and 3 km from Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, 24-hour front desk, free parking, and guest laundry facilities. All rooms include microwave and refrigerator. The property is situated near the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Asheville Regional Airport is 95 km away.

Additional perks of the hotel

Picnic pavilion with grills

Fire pit and cornhole boards available to guests

Walking distance to Saunooke Village

First-floor rooms with direct parking access

95 km from Asheville Regional Airport

Room Options

Great Smokies Inn offers several room types including Standard King (smoking and non-smoking), Standard King Accessible, Two Queen Beds, One Queen Bed Accessible, and King Whirlpool. The Two Queen Bed rooms accommodate families with two queen beds. The King Whirlpool room features a whirlpool tub, king bed, and sitting area.

Other conveniences

Free Wi-Fi and cable television

Coffee makers in rooms

Work areas and sitting areas

Hairdryers and iron/ironing boards

Air conditioning and heating

Refrigerators and microwaves

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

Queen Room Smoking

2 persons

28 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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King Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking

2 persons

28 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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King Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Available Transport Modes List

City Centre

Cherokee 2.8 km

Airports

Asheville Regional (AVL) 92.6 km

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 118.7 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Comfortable and Spacious

“I stayed for five nights and loved the ample space in the room. The beds were comfortable, and I truly appreciated the coffee maker provided, which was better than I expected at other places.” view full review

Great Shower Experience

“The bathroom featured a hot water shower with excellent pressure. It was wonderful to have such consistent water flow, and I enjoyed the convenience of the Jacuzzi tub in my room.” view full review

Welcome Gifts for Kids

“Upon arrival, my 6-year-old received a welcome bag with coloring sheets, crayons, and sunglasses, which made our stay even more special and engaging for her.” view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

“The rooms were quiet, allowing for a peaceful experience. Although I didn't watch TV much, I appreciated the comfort and environment that made it easy to unwind.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Pet amenities available
Laundry

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Casino
BBQ facilities
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

1636 Aquoni Road, Cherokee, North Carolina, United States, 28719

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1636 Aquoni Road, Cherokee, North Carolina, United States, 28719

City landmarks

Museum

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

2.5 km

Landmark

Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery

1.1 km

Landmark

Oconaluftee Indian Village

2.7 km

Landmark

Mingus Mill

2.4 km

Landmark

Smoky Mountain Gold and Ruby Mine

1.2 km

Landmark

Blue Ridge Parkway

970 m

Casino

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

3.2 km

Landmark

Oconaluftee River Trail Trailhead

710 m

Landmark

Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual

1.7 km

Landmark

Mountain Farm Museum

2.3 km

Landmark

Cherokee Skate Park

1.0 km

Landmark

Oconaluftee Visitor Center

1.5 km

Museum

Unto These Hills

1.9 km

Landmark

Cultural Village

1.7 km

Landmark

Oconaluftee River Overlook

2.0 km

Park

Oconaluftee Island Park

2.4 km

Landmark

Cherokee Talking Trees Trout Derby

2.4 km

Landmark

Cherokee North Carolina

2.7 km

Zoo

Cherokee Bear Zoo

2.9 km

Landmark

Mount Noble

2.9 km

Landmark

Mingo Falls

3.2 km

Landmark

Ballhoot Scar Overlook

2.9 km

Landmark

Appalachian Trail

4.0 km

Landmark

Mine Shaft Extreme & Adventure

4.8 km

Theme Park

Santa's Land

5.1 km

Nearby

Shopping Area

Saunooke Village

540 m

1681 Acquoni Rd

Cherokee Rapids River Tubing

540 m

Restaurants

Saunooke's Homeade Ice Cream & Candies

140 m

1693 Aquonia Road Located in Little Princess Lane

Wize Guyz Grille

200 m

68 Big Cove Rd

Peter's Pancakes & Waffles

1.2 km

1384 Tsali Blvd

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

Peter

United States, December 2024

8.0/10

A great value, clean and comfortable for a short trip to Cherokee. The location was ideal for exploring the town and the nearby trails. A little further from the casino than we usually prefer, but the trade-off was worth it. The staff was very friendly.

Rooms

7.0

Clean room, comfortable beds. Carpet could use an upgrade, but otherwise fine.

Service

9.0

Staff were very nice and helpful, making the check-in and check-out processes smooth.

Location

9.0

Great location for exploring Cherokee and the surrounding trails; a bit further from the casino than we prefer.

Dining

5.0

Didn't try the hotel restaurant, but the area has a ton of options within walking distance.

Facilities

5.0

Didn't use any facilities other than the room.

Thomas

United States, August 2024

10.0/10

Kristi's amazing customer service saved the day! I had a booking issue that she effortlessly fixed, going above and beyond to ensure my father and I had adjoining rooms on the first floor. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The water pressure was fantastic! It was a great one-night stay, and we're already booked for our anniversary next month!

Rooms

10.0

Clean rooms with comfortable beds and fantastic water pressure!

Service

10.0

Kristi's really good customer service was lovely; she resolved my reservation issues with grace and efficiency.

Location

9.0

Close to the casino and other attractions which was convenient.

Dining

5.0

Didn't use hotel dining, but its proximity to other choices was great.

Facilities

5.0

Didn't use hotel facilities but everything appeared clean and well maintained.

Brandon

United States, August 2024

10.0/10

Awesome! My husband and I loved our stay! The staff was incredibly friendly - especially the clerk who helped us after our crazy bike ride. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the pool was relaxing, and the location was perfect - close to everything. We even extended our stay!

Rooms

9.0

Clean and comfortable; a bit older, but great value for the price.

Service

10.0

The staff was unbelievably nice and accommodating, going above and beyond to help us.

Location

10.0

Excellent location - close to shops, restaurants, the casino, and the parkway.

Dining

9.0

The on-site restaurant was convenient and the food was good.

Facilities

10.0

The pool was clean and relaxing - we had it to ourselves!

Bobby

United States, June 2024

9.0/10

Clean and comfortable! The room was clean and had everything we needed. The bed was super comfortable, and the location was great. The hot coffee in the lobby was a plus! Plus, we were near the Great Smoky Mountains. Overall we had a wonderful time.

Rooms

9.0

Clean room with comfortable beds and all the basics.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and very helpful.

Location

10.0

Excellent location; very close to the Great Smoky Mountains NP entrance and other attractions.

Dining

5.0

Didn't eat there, but the location made finding places to eat easy.

Facilities

5.0

Didn't use the facilities extensively, but lobby coffee was appreciated.

Bryan

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

Really enjoyed my two-night stay! The location was perfect, not too crowded, and parking was easy. The room was exactly what I expected - a standard hotel room, clean and comfortable with two queen beds. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and it was a short trip to the attractions. Everything was great!

Rooms

9.0

Clean, comfortable, standard room with two queen beds. Just what I needed.

Service

10.0

Staff were incredibly nice and helpful, making check-in a breeze.

Location

10.0

Great location, not too busy, lots of parking, and close to attractions.

Dining

5.0

Didn't eat at the hotel restaurant, but its close proximity to other places made eating out convenient.