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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Lobby sitting area
Coffee service
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is RM795
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(88 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two queen beds non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(284 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located on the riverwalk, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee is in a walkable area 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 hiking/biking trails.
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Map
1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Oconaluftee Indian Village - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

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
  • ‪SoundBytes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brio Italian Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 151 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 lift
  • 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

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 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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-authorise 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 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 any lifts
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)

Property is also known as

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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 to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee on 29 Aug 2025 start from RM 794.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Great Smokies Inn Cherokee pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Great Smokies Inn Cherokee located?

Situated on the riverwalk, 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.

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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1270 out of 1752 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1752 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1752 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1752 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1752 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Amenities
Always enjoyed staying here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hey, very nice place to stay on your vacation or a trip
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Within walking distance to shops, clean, quiet, the bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, bed was comfortable for me. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great staff for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean and comfortable motel. The staff was also very accommodating and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay at this location. Will recommend to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and lots of things within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price for the accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect for our little get away. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,quiet, and safe. A great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always choose The Great Smokies Inn when visiting Cherokee!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome! Right near everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did the trick, not fancy or upscale but had everything you need. Nice large outdoor pool too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and inexpensive, exactly what I wanted for the night before hiking in the smokies.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the housekeeper Lena was out of this world helpful to us!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel highly recommended,nice linens/bed very clean, tidy property, staff are friendly and helpfull. Few great shopping and dining options within a 2min walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to shopping and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 1 night. Everything was excellent. Would stay here again. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Amenities
Rooms and grounds were both appeared to be properly maintained and were very clean. Staff was friendly and efficient. I will stay here again when I go back to Cherokee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and they keep the place really clean inside and out!! You can walk to nearby shopping eating even to go tubing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025