Located near Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Cherokee Inn welcomes you to a cozy retreat. Savor the free breakfast buffet, work out at the gym or take care of business in the business center. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel is perfect for those who love comfort and convenience.
Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Oconaluftee Indian Village - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - 5 min drive
Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - 5 min drive
Granny's Kitchen - 5 min drive
SoundBytes - 5 min drive
Brio Italian Grille - 5 min drive
About this property
Cherokee Inn
When you stay at Cherokee Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
67 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1993
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Closed captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from June 26 2025 to January 5 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Business center
Laundry facilities
Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to August
Policies
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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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
Cherokee Inn Hotel
Cherokee Inn Cherokee
Cherokee Inn Hotel Cherokee
Frequently asked questions
Does Cherokee Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cherokee Inn 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 Cherokee Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Are pets allowed at Cherokee Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Cherokee Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cherokee Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Cherokee Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Cherokee Inn and nearby?
Cherokee Inn has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
What's the area around Cherokee Inn like?
Cherokee Inn is in the heart of Cherokee, a short 14-minute walk from Oconaluftee Islands Park and 19 minutes' walk from Eastern Cherokee Agency.
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Cherokee Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good with a nice selection of options. (54 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Family Vacation
This is an older hotel but is still in good shape and they are doing some remodeling.
Martha
Martha, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 27, 2025
Need hot breakfadt
Hot breakfast would have been great considering the rate for the room
Allen
Allen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
A nice comfortable room.
Ralph
Ralph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Clean room, convenient area, breakfast was very good as well.
Beverly
Beverly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Great place, clean and breakfast was great!
Michal
Michal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
Good place to stay
Shivaguru
Shivaguru, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Easy check-in, convenient location, good value. We were happy with our stay and will gladly stay again.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Great
Willard
Willard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2025
Good trip
Jessie
Jessie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Nice and clean.The front desk was very pleasant and the breakfast was very good
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2024
Staff was friendly, and the rooms were clean.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Very nice for the money. Will be staying again in the future!
Colby
Colby, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Great hotel, great staff
Ariel
Ariel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Great stay.
Melvin
Melvin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2024
Good place to stay!
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Friendly staff, clean, good breakfast.
Krystal
Krystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Nice Hotel
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2025
The property is well kept and quiet. The appointments are not new but the hotel is affordable and a great deal. Highly recommended for quiet, simple, affordable lodging.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2024
The staff was very friendly
Angie
Angie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2024
This hotel was clean, easy to check in, and staff was friendly. A great place if you're just looking for a clean, safe hotel to sleep at for a night.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Loved our night stay here!
Morgan
Morgan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
My favorite in Cherokee
Always stay there
Tommy
Tommy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Easy check-in & clean room
Sandon
Sandon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Cozy
Thanks for a great stay. It was cozy and comfortable and clean.