Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Coffee service
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two queen beds non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(299 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
This hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance.
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.

A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

Children aged under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Great Smokies Inn Cherokee. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Guests have good things to say about the accommodation for the comfy beds and overall comfort
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 6 minutes from Harrahs Cherokee Casino
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.

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

  • 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

  • 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 at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1373 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1889 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1889 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Travelled with family
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

Rosemary

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

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every year. Its a good value. I will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle, Kennett Squre

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

Justin

Travelled with family
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, WINTERVILLE

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

BRETT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with partner
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

ROSEMARY

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night 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

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

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the employees at the hotel were nice and helpful, especially Jenny at the front desk. The hotel is clean and has everything you need. Also the price is great. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great Stay

Clean,updated,comfortable room,friendly, helpful staff,good price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya, Casar

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was very friendly The room was clean. They did not have a handicap room available but i managed. We had everything we needed. We were close to shops and restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025