Rolling Hills Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Museum of the Cherokee Indian

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Lobby
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Hiking
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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739 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 94 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Cherokee

At Rolling Hills Lodge you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Museum of the Cherokee Indian and within 15 minutes of Oconaluftee Indian Village. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this Downtown Cherokee hotel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rolling Hills Lodge

Hotel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 0 miles and a casino shuttle are available for a fee. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rolling Hills Lodge. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cherokee hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2016
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Rolling Hills Lodge offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 5 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (97 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 5 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rolling Hills Lodge?

Rolling Hills Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rolling Hills Lodge?

Yep, Rolling Hills Lodge has an uncovered self car park for USD 5 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Rolling Hills Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers give top marks to the free cooked-to-order brekkie here! Available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rolling Hills Lodge?

No, Rolling Hills Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rolling Hills Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rolling Hills Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rolling Hills Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mitchell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
No amenities. Not what was listed on Expedia. Very disappointing and OVERPRICED.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

go somewhere else

Rolling Hill Lodge is a far cry from their website information. For a $100 plus a night I expected more. Check in was through a window and not very personable and very little information given. Room ok but you had to look around to fine small notes of paper telling you how the shower works (most screwed up thing I've ever seen and I'm 76 years old), what the wi fi was, had two different ones in our room which caused problems trying to use my computer. Wife took a shower and walked around room barefooted and had to rewash her feet as they were black from the dirty carpet. I in turn walked around in white socks which became black socks. room small 11 ft by 15 ft. breakfast made to order is not that, had breakfast tacos and it was not very good, the fruit with it was good. Did not eat breakfast there again. need a stool in bath to use when dressing, etc. also better lighting as using mirror to shave is very hard to see, and the tube has very high sides, also need a second chair in room so two people can seat down without using the bed. TV did not come in clear, guess that's the cable company. I can not in good faith give this place more than one star. I would tell others to use name brand hotels with free breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Could use some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was kind, friendly, and very special.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denzel

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

6/10 Okay

Susan, Troy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower was broken but overall clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paige

Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was very tasty. The room was small and outdated. No toilet lid, the towels were rough and small, the soap for the sink and shower (1 bar) was super-tiny. Good location and the attendant let us check in several hours early which was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in great location, room had a smell like a wet dog
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Smithfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They let us check in an hour early, very nice room and huge bathroom. Definitely would stay here again! Staff was very nice and friendly too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel, definitely needs to replace the carpet, but otherwise was very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not bad just disappointing

Disappointing, that's the word that best describes my experience. The room was tiny, stinky, dirty, and def not worth what we paid to stay there. There are signs and notes everywhere with rules like you're staying at a mean mother-in-law's house. The "award winning breakfast" is a taco with egg, mushroom, peppers, and onions. It comes with fruit and half a cinnamon roll. There is no alternative, and if you ask for something different, the lady cooking the food will tell you that their breakfast won an award. Well, I'm allergic to onions and she used the same hand to touch everything, so it doesn't matter if it's "award winning" if I can't eat it. And you can not take a plate back to the room for your spouse. You have to be at the window between 8am and 8:55am in person, or you get nothing. The ice machine is broken, and you can only ask them for ice between 2pm and 10pm. It is in a good lication, but everything around it closes at 5pm. The young guy who works at the front desk is very sweet. You can not actually walk up to the front desk or enter the lobby, you have to do all business through a window. I can't lie, I cried over the amount of money we paid to stay here because I was so disppointed. It's not a terrible place, just not at all what I expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

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

Great convenient motel.

Although a basic motel, we were very surprised at the quality of the bed and the breakfast was amazing. The room was spacious and very clean. The bath towels could use an upgrade as well as the TV channel choices. But these were very minor compared to the bed comfort and the very tasty hot breakfast! I recommend staying here if you want to be near everything in Cherokee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean , great bang for the buck and location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Indian Trail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great. Room was good. Food at breakfast was excellent. Internet was iffy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mindy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Used washcloth left hanging by the last person using the room, hairs found on sheets in bed. But quiet and simple and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had all the amenities you'd need. The area around was very walkable and friendly to get around. Parking was extremely easy even with the seemingly busy weekend they were having. Staff was extremely friendly and the breakfast was top notch 🙌
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pao

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff did not let us know what the Wifi password is or did they have a piece of paper to give us. We tried calling the front desk to no avail and finally had to go to the front and press the buzzer several times until someone came out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025