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Our top choices for Great Smoky Mountains Railroad hotels

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

1. McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful inn"
United States
Jie
The price is AU$357
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
McKinley Edwards Inn
A porch with white columns, wicker chairs, and a sign reading "MOVIE GALLERY".

2. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Bryson City, 0.2 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Great location, easy walk to the railroad, friendly proprietors, would stay again!"
United States
Nikki
The price is AU$442
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony on the upper floor, and a white picket fence.

3. Folkestone Inn

Folkestone Inn
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (367 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful grounds, friendly staff"
United States
Dawn
The price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Folkestone Inn
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

4. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet was adequate."
United States
William
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.

5. Relax Inn

Relax Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Bryson City, 0.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (777 reviews)
"For price it was very nice"
United States
Tommy
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Relax Inn
A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and potted plants.

6. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
2.0 star property
1.4 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"A good place to stay when in BC."
United States
David
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of trees and mountains.

7. Mtn-view Bryson City Cabin: 1 Mi to Deep Creek!

Mtn-view Bryson City Cabin: 1 Mi to Deep Creek!
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Stay was wonderful. Look forward to booking again"
United States
Kathy
The price is AU$556
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Mtn-view Bryson City Cabin: 1 Mi to Deep Creek!
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of mountains and trees.

8. Sky Ridge Yurts

Sky Ridge Yurts
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Beautiful yurt in the woods 🙂"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$329
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sky Ridge Yurts
A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.

9. Gorgeous Stays

Gorgeous Stays
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The mini houses are uniquely decorated and very clean and comfortable. The host is wonderful and went out of her way to communicate with us the check in process."
United States
Corey
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Gorgeous Stays
A wooden cabin with a porch, picnic table, and grill area, surrounded by trees.

10. Nantahala Ridge

Nantahala Ridge
3.0 star property
15 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great cabin in a nice and quiet location. Very modern and clean. We enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Donna
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Nantahala Ridge
A room with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a chair, and a sofa. There are two windows with red curtains.

11. Jarrett House

Jarrett House
2.0 star property
19 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Gregg
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Jarrett House
A two-story log cabin with a balcony, surrounded by autumn foliage.

12. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
12.7 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Cool little escape off a private road - unexpected for the humble surroundings - great details like a steam shower. Pristine property"
United States
MaryBeth
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

13. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
14.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,814 reviews)
"Great place to stay and was very clean."
United States
Bella
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

14. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
13.7 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jill
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
A campfire in a rocky fire pit surrounded by a forested area with a river in the background.

15. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
18.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was great, breakfast was great, view of the river was beautiful, room was great, We loved the place."
United States
Margaret
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

16. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
6.1 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Great value. Excellent location."
United States
Dina
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Two Rivers Lodge
A hot tub area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a view of the surrounding forest.

17. Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 reviews)
"This property was perfect for our stay!"
United States
RACHEL
The price is AU$510
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Nantahala Cabins
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

18. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
12.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast perfect for what we needed"
United States
Kontent
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower curtain, and a towel rack.

19. Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything at this motel was good."
United States
Georgia
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bay Mountain Inn
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a well-maintained garden.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
2.5 star property
18.3 km from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!!"
United States
Candace
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
358 reviews
View
A porch with white columns, wicker chairs, and a sign reading "MOVIE GALLERY".
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
88 reviews
View
A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony on the upper floor, and a white picket fence.
Folkestone Inn
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
367 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.
Relax Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
777 reviews
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Top Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Hotel Reviews

Sky Loft 4- Walk to Polar Express!

Sky Loft 4- Walk to Polar Express!

10/10 Excellent
"This was our 2nd time staying here. I had to change my dates and the girls in the office Brittany and Courtney were very helpful with accommodating me. Will definitely return."
Joan F. 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Sky Loft 4- Walk to Polar Express!

Other attractions near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

A landscape with multiple lakes surrounded by dense forests and distant mountains.

Island Park

8.0/10 (33 reviews)
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Island Park, a lovely green space in Bryson City. Make time to visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Smoky Mountains Railroad?
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is located in a scenic area of Bryson City known for its magnificent mountain views and camping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 138 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad?
Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Calhoun House Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good choice is Relax Inn, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.
How many hotels will I find near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad?
Expedia has 138 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
What can I see and do near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad?
Attractions like Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and The Wild Fern highlight the local culture. You can enjoy nature at Island Park, Juney Whank Falls or Tom Branch Falls. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Smoky Mountain Country Club and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians.