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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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Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, wooden coffee table, and decorative touches.
Relax with a drink at the bar, surrounded by rustic charm.
Sit and unwind in this serene outdoor seating area, surrounded by a lush lawn and a tree providing shade.
Escape to a serene oasis with a tranquil pathway, tree canopy, and warm ambiance.
Relax on the covered outdoor area with a bench and ceiling fan, overlooking the pool and lush surroundings.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, 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
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
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(23 reviews)

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

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

One king bed non smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Two queen beds non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(273 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, barbecues and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front desk safe, a vending machine and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 151 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, 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 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

  • 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 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

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.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 to 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?

Checkout 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. 1252 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1728 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 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great staff for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price for the accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always choose The Great Smokies Inn when visiting Cherokee!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the housekeeper Lena was out of this world helpful to us!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to shopping and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Near places to eat, gas station, small shops and Oconaluftee Island Park.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and great location. Our pool time Was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, clean pool and clean rooms, great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel, clean rooms, and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, rooms were nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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

10/10 Excellent

deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James Dennison

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

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, would stay here anytime visiting the Cherokee area. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close and convenient to the area and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent accomadations at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying and it’s perfect for me. Very convenient, quiet, clean, and friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Area around it is transitioning. Nothing that impacted stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Chew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good, very close to Smoky Mountains and Blude Ridge Parkway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025