Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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November 2025

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December 2025

Nestled near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smokies Inn Cherokee offers a convenient retreat. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or children's pool, grab a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby. With laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance on site, you'll feel right at home.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Laundry
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Room options

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Nov 10 - Nov 11

Tomorrow

Nov 11 - Nov 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One king bed non smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Two queen beds non smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

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About the area

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 Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬7 min drive
‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬4 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, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A water dispenser, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Barbecues, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
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

Similar properties

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

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

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 at the property

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)

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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?

Located in Downtown Cherokee, 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

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Patti

5 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wojciech

25 Oct, 2025

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

Good Hotel in nice area

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

15 Oct, 2025

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

We would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi

12 Oct, 2025

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

We had a great time it was very clean staff was very nice and close to everything we wanted to do

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrie

3 Nov, 2025

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

Staff is great. Clean rooms and convenient to cherokee and national park

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

5 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Staff, clean, convenient

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARUN KUMAR

21 Sept, 2025

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

Well maintained , clean rooms and great staff.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Sept, 2025

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

Nice clean property and rooms. Will stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

1 Aug, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Always enjoyed staying here

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

24 Sept, 2025

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

Good stay!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

2 Aug, 2025

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

Jennifer

6 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was amazing!!! Jenni was super helpful and a pleasure to chat with. Clean and quiet!!! Loved sitting out by the firepit! Definitely will stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

thalene

8 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room! Staff very friendly! Price was good

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

20 Aug, 2025

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

Very polite staff, easy check-in, convenient parking

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

12 Sept, 2025

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

Very nice pepole and place

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

12 Oct, 2025

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

Always a Great place to stay! We are here for the third straight year. This is the only place we will stay at!! A++++

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elika

4 Nov, 2025

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

convenient location if you want to go to the smokies or explore cherokee, overall no issues

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

20 Sept, 2025

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

Nice place/quite and clean.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

30 Sept, 2025

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

The hotel and staff were very nice. Everyone offered suggestions if ask. I would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julene

5 Oct, 2025

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

Very convenient to find as we came off the Parkway. Quiet and easy parking. Room was clean and spacious.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

2 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Spotlessly clean room. Comfortable beds and pillows. Very quiet. This is a gem in Cherokee. It is located close to the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain Park.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

16 Sept, 2025

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

Staff was great

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

13 Oct, 2025

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

This was our first time staying and we will definitely be back. The facility is clean, comfortable, and quiet. The staff was friendly. There was plenty of parking. Book with confidence.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025