Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

2.5 star property
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Tucked away in the heart of Cherokee, Quality Inn Cherokee offers a warm welcome with self-serve breakfast, a cozy fireplace in the lobby, and free WiFi. Enjoy hiking/biking or fishing on site or take advantage of RV/bus/truck parking for those who travel far. With an area shuttle and helpful staff nearby Harrahs Cherokee Casino awaits.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Free area shuttle
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Vending machine
  • TV in a common area
  • Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
$77 nightly
The total price is $88
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Business Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
671 US 441 North Bypass, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive
  • Free area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

When you stay at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, along with onsite hiking/biking trails. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 121 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle within 5 miles
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Fishing
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1994
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Air conditioning is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to September

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
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 (80.4672 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Quality Cherokee
Quality Inn Cherokee
Quality Hotel Cherokee
Cherokee Quality Inn
Quality Inn Cherokee Hotel
Quality Inn Cherokee Cherokee
Quality Inn Cherokee Hotel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Does Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and access to a nearby health club.

Does Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside like?

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside is located by the river in Downtown Cherokee, a short 3-minute walk from Museum of the Cherokee Indian and 7 minutes' walk from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was good, hot, and offered a good selection with a variety of options. (30 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, refreshing, and pleasant, providing a great experience for guests. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Location
River
Casino
Bed
View
Balcony
Microwave

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Staff was courteous and room was clean!
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room , staff everything was very good
Evelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great!! So clean comfortable decorative loved it all. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would go again
kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff. Food was good
Frances, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helpful staff
Sherrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The friendly staff were the best!! Location was good, and the facility was clean.
Debra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Casey was great and helpful at check in.
kathryn Shannon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and very professional staff.
Jo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff extremely helpful. Room was excellent.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The facility is convenient to major Cherokee activities. Clean room, common areas and breakfast dining. Very attentive and helpful staff. From this base we were able to visit Bryson Cilty, Maggie Valley and Oconuluftee Welcome Center. Will definitely stay again in future trips.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and Clean Room

Check in was very easy. The front desk staff is very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We got a room with a balcony overlooking the pool. We had a very nice experience at this hotel. They also have a complimentary hot breakfast for guests.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lady who checked us in had not long started working with the hotel but took her time and made sure she was doing everything correct. She was very chatty which was nice and welcoming telling us about things happening near by. Rooms are lovely and clean my only gripe would be it would've been nice to get a view of the river instead of the car park but never mind.
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet location but still close to everything!
Mary Beth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

liked the location. nice to set on the balcony. breakfast was good and offered a good selection
sheila k, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room and river view
Bruce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed everywhere in Cherokee and this is the nicest experience so far. A little dated (the hotel) but the staff was super friendly and the hotel was clean.
Dawn, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property was reasonably priced, good for families and in a good location. Nice pool. It was clean but the property is a little worn.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and clean. The staff was great
Joy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, Very friendly staff!
Jill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay. air was cold, beds clean, pool great, eggs sausage biscuits & gravy good. clean property!. was a great stay for us. the only improvement i would recommend is to repair the card entry to the motel which is not working. anyone could just walk in from the street. would stay again!
mark, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel was clean and safe. However, the pillows have a lot to be desired. We’ll make sure we bring our own pillows.
Marshall, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. The best Quality Inn I have stayed at. Very safe, quiet, and the breakfast area is solid.
Gibson, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, clean, pool was very refreshing and great breakfast.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Great Visit

A very short stay, less than 24 hours but the staff was very helpful and courteous and the room was very clean
Greg, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was great and we loved the view of the river, the staff was polite and accommodate us with what we wanted. Can't say the same for Expedia, we will never book through them again. Thank you Quality Inn for everything you did, we would gladly stay at your hotel in the future.
We saw these elk right in front of our balcony by the river at Quality Inn.
Took picture of these geese by river while staying at Quality Inn.
Saw these cute babies while staying at Quality Inn.
Tammy, 1-night trip