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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Visitor Center hotels

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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1912)
"We love staying at this property. Have stayed here many times."
United States
Donna
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Front of property
Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Unexpected overnight?Stay and this was the perfect place to do it. Room was clean and comfortable front desk staff was wonderful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$82
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan, 2026
Bay Mountain Inn
Lobby
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (966)
"Best value for money in the area."
United States
Atsmon
The price is S$118
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
Exterior
Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (151)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
Janice
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Newfound Lodge on the river
Front of property
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (771)
"Nice clean hotel. Staff was wonderful. Bed was one of the most comfortable we have ever slept in. "
United States
Belinda
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Exterior
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 4.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (855)
"This was my second time staying there. The staff is always great "
United States
Meredith
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1142)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Donald
The price is S$86
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Exterior
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 4.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1064)
"Everything was great"
United States
Ray
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
10 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
4.0 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3111)
"Always a great stay home was great spotless great food great atmosphere great time"
United States
Stephanie
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
2.5 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Everything from staff interaction to the breakfast was great! "
United States
Devin
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
BBQ/picnic Area
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
2.5 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Love staying here "
United States
Hayden
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
Lobby
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
5.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Clean room, breakfast was just OK, staff friendly, Bed very nice."
United States
Dale
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River

Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River

Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River
2.0 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great hotel "
United States
mohammed
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River
Property grounds
Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
10.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (86)
"Nice place quiet and pleasant "
United States
Debbie
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Two Rivers Lodge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Very great stay across from the casino"
United States
andre
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
Exterior
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
5.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Nice property and staff. Very convenient location. "
United States
Johnny
The price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Front of property
Drama Inn

Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 3.5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.2 out of 10, Good, (376)
"Room was very comfortable, my dogs are welcome no fee, convenient to shopping and dining!"
United States
Carolyn
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Drama Inn
Property grounds
McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (323)
"Super friendly staff and the accommodations where top notch!"
United States
Justin
The price is S$228
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
McKinley Edwards Inn
Terrace/patio
Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Great property "
United States
Marian
The price is S$328
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150)
"Nice rooms, great stay close to restaurants and shops."
United States
Anne
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel Sylva
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Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent
"Didn't eat there"
Stacey 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Hotels near other Oconaluftee Visitor Center attractions

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Mountain Farm Museum

Historic wood cabins from across the Smoky Mountains are gathered in an open-air museum with live blacksmith and animal demonstrations.
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Mingus Mill

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mingus Mill during your travels in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Oconaluftee Visitor Center is located in Cherokee. Travellers love the area for its magnificent mountain views, hiking and first-class casinos. You'll find 76 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination and Bay Mountain Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oconaluftee Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
What can I see and do near Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Oconaluftee Indian Village, Mountain Farm Museum and Mingus Mill feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Oconaluftee Islands Park and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail.

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