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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

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

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Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Coffee service
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Two queen beds non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(272 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

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

  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SoundBytes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brio Italian Grille - ‬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 sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 151 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • 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 available

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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-authorize 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 elevators
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–10:00 PM.

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?

Check-out 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. 1246 out of 1722 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1722 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1722 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1722 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1722 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

Very clean and great staff for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Good price for the accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

We always choose The Great Smokies Inn when visiting Cherokee!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great access to shopping and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Near places to eat, gas station, small shops and Oconaluftee Island Park.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Super friendly staff, clean pool and clean rooms, great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

I always stay here when I'm in the area. Its clean, the staff is excellent and I've always been treated very well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

My second time staying at this place and it is my #1 place to stay in Cherokee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Quiet hotel, clean rooms, and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great little place to stay. Very clean and well kept. It is older but still works great for a simple stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Easy check in, rooms were nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Friendly, clean, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great little place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Adequate hotel at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Clean, close and convenient to the area and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Very clean, would stay here anytime visiting the Cherokee area. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Decent accomadations at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Tons of shops and things to do around the hotel. Big place, nothing incredibly fancy, but all things were nice enough. Enjoyed it would definitely stay again for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Second time staying and it’s perfect for me. Very convenient, quiet, clean, and friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

The location and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was perfect, from the friendly staff to the old school spacious and spotless room. One of the cleanest hotels that I have ever stayed at! They even gave our kids a precious Cherokee bag full of goodies. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

This is one of the cleanest hotels I have been in over the last 10 years Staff was super nice I love the fact that it is an older hotel and I could park my classic car right outside my door Towels and linens were new. Fresh paint in the walls. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

The location is good, very close to Smoky Mountains and Blude Ridge Parkway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Have stayed here several times and never has an issue,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025