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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
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Coffee service
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two queen beds non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(303 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Cherokee

At Great Smokies Inn Cherokee you'll be 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Downtown Cherokee hotel you'll find Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cherokee hotel.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 20 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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-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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Eurocard. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 20 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

Yep, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee has a free self car park.

Does Great Smokies Inn Cherokee have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Great Smokies Inn Cherokee has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to August).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

No, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1406 out of 1921 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 1921 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1921 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1921 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1921 reviews

9.6/10

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

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. Clean and comfortable room. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So Close to Okolanuftee Welcome Center!

We've stayed here a few times now & it's always clean & welcoming. The room is very large with a desk & a large chair & ottoman. Not as updated or 'shiny' as some, but comfortable, quiet & VERY close to GSMNP & Okolanuftee Welcome Center. Bonus - there are several very good restaurants & shops within 5 mins walk!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were very nice. Everyone offered suggestions if ask. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Have stayed there a few times before. Our room had a funny smell. The parking lot was noisy beginning at 6:30 am. Motorcycles revving, people talking loudly and door slamming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff makes everything so easy and pleasant. Top notch attitude and service. Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Close to parks, Bryson City and Cherokee casino
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very nice and the staff was amazing very nice and friendly!! We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were very comfortable,Very Clean. No Hair dyers, No elevators to the second level of rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE, Newton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, large room. Good location to downtown souvenir shops etc. Be prepared for a $50 credit or cash hold that is refunded after they check your room for cleanliness after you leave. Nice place and a good deal - would return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

More Good Than Bad

Good: Cool staff during day, walk to Firehouse Subs and brewery, outdoor pool that is comfortable and great chill spot, down street from gym, fair pricing. Bad: Night auditor woman was nasty, thermostat never works right (all rooms).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and expensive place and the staff are wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARUN KUMAR, Sandy Springs

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained , clean rooms and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Great hotel, for good price.

Great room, clean and updated. Walkable to restaurants and even to visitors center in Smokey Mountains (3 miles roundtrip). Easy acces to Blue Ridge Parkway and Smokey Mountains. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at the Smoky Mountain Inn. It is clean and comfortable. Great location with many shops and dining options within walking distance. The beds are comfortable. Very affordable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Codi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place/quite and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025