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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Islands Park hotels

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.

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,809 reviews)
"Great place to stay and was very clean."
United States
Bella
The price is RM307
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,314 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jill
The price is RM275
RM316 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

3. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 0.4 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast perfect for what we needed"
United States
Kontent
The price is RM252
RM289 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

4. Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 2.1 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean room, staff was nice, properly was close to everything we wanted to do. Will visit again."
United States
Deborah
The price is RM277
RM318 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bay Mountain Inn
A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

5. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Clarion Pointe Cherokee
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Was a great place to stay only complaint was thin walls herd everything in hallways."
United States
Jamie
The price is RM307
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Clarion Pointe Cherokee
A modern building with a river in front, surrounded by trees.

6. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
4.0 star property
2 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,695 reviews)
"Great place to stay everything you need in one place"
United States
Josh
The price is RM172
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A reception desk with a modern design, a blue geometric wall decoration, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay!! Staff and breakfast was great!"
United States
Viola
The price is RM442
RM509 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

8. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a great experience overall - I recommend this hotel."
United States
James
The price is RM380
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 0.3 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,027 reviews)
"Stayed here twice,clean,location great"
United States
Angela
The price is RM241
RM278 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

10. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 0.7 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Lots of parking, friendly staff"
United States
Muzakkir
The price is RM325
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room staff was friendly and breakfast was good"
United States
Wesley
The price is RM274
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.

12. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and the room was amazing! And the front desk staff Daniel was so nice to me and my guest."
United States
Sabrina
The price is RM260
RM299 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
A rustic cabin with a balcony overlooking a stream, surrounded by natural scenery.

13. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, close to casino, good parking, comfortable bed, close to Waffle House."
United States
Joseph
The price is RM259
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

14. Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (308 reviews)
"Older basic hotel in a great location overlooking the river, really enjoyed sitting on the balcony"
United States
Sabina
The price is RM252
RM290 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Newfound Lodge on the river
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Love the convenience of across the street from casino"
United States
James
The price is RM272
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
A view of a river from a wooden deck with a railing.

16. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 0.4 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (422 reviews)
"Super nice staff and a great place to stay right on the river... have already planned another stay in the coming months!"
United States
Misty
The price is RM361
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Drama Inn
A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

17. McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
13.5 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful inn"
United States
Jie
The price is RM901
RM1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
McKinley Edwards Inn
A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

18. Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Hotel Sylva is a quaint hotel in downtown Sylva. My husband and I loved our stay. The room, the beds and bathroom is well appointed. The staff are very friendly and attentive."
United States
Sheryl
The price is RM469
RM563 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Sylva
A river with rocks and a wooden structure on the left.

19. Stony Creek Motel

Stony Creek Motel
2.0 star property
20 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff were so kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area."
United States
Kim
The price is RM373
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stony Creek Motel
A woman sitting in a bathtub with a glass of milk, a fireplace, and a window with a view of trees.

20. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
10 km from Oconaluftee Islands Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Cool little escape off a private road - unexpected for the humble surroundings - great details like a steam shower. Pristine property"
United States
MaryBeth
The price is RM521
RM749 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Islands Park

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,809 reviews
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A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,314 reviews
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A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
975 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.
Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
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A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.
Clarion Pointe Cherokee
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Oconaluftee Islands Park

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975)
The price is RM252
RM289 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Top Oconaluftee Islands Park Hotel Reviews

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and quiet place. Easy access to Smokey national park.close to shopping and restaurants. Friendly staff ."
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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

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A wooden building with a red roof and solar panels.

Cherokee Welcome Center

8.8/10 (351 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center as part of your travels around Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oconaluftee Islands Park?
Oconaluftee Islands Park is located in a family-friendly area of Cherokee known for its magnificent mountain views and first-class casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Oconaluftee Islands Park?
Adjacent to Oconaluftee Islands Park, Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park and Drama Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Oconaluftee Islands Park?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Oconaluftee Islands Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oconaluftee Islands Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Oconaluftee Islands Park.
What can I see and do near Oconaluftee Islands Park?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Oconaluftee Indian Village, Mountain Farm Museum or Mingus Mill. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Oconaluftee Visitor Center and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail.