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Drama Inn

2.0 star property
Mountain retreat with seasonal outdoor pool offers easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Drama Inn sits surrounded by the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Travelers can enjoy free WiFi in public areas, relax by the seasonal outdoor pool, and get help with tour arrangements to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P5,226
P5,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the ground floor
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Hair dryer
Freezer
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
462 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Drama Inn

Motel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Drama Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), an off-leash area, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Drama Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,000 reviews
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P4,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires an advance deposit for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn
Drama Cherokee
Drama Hotel Cherokee
Drama Motel Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel
Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Does Drama Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Drama Inn?

As of Dec 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drama Inn on Dec 28, 2025 start from P 5,226.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Drama Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Drama Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Drama Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Drama Inn located?

Located in Downtown Cherokee, this motel is steps from Cherokee Welcome Center, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Oconaluftee Islands Park and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are just steps away.

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Reviews

Drama Inn Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 376 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, my dogs are welcome no fee, convenient to shopping and dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a wonderful river view and close to everything Very kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but nice place right on the river. We had a river view room, nice deck. Good time, we'll stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel to stay! Willbe back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johnny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was awful. Mold and mildew everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
John was helpful and friendly at checkin. The room was very clean and adequately stocked. The property is showing its age a bit but was exactly what I’d expected. Good stay for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
I like the real actual KEY to get into room, hotel feels like a comfy home style, people very nice, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hengli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice river view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is the 2nd time we have stayed here. We like that it is on the river and in the park. Last time we stayed it has July 2024 and hot. We enjoyed it more when we could swim in the river and walk around the park at night. This visit was late October and cold. In the winter months a nice widow view would be better than a deck. It was wonderful staying in warm weather. Great staff as always!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Betty

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A place to sleep,not up to date no plug ends in rooms nothing near the beds. Needs remodeling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichalene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The access to river has always been my favorite thing about this hotel. Thats why we keep coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great setting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great view of the river
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The View was amazing! Everything else was nasty! The roof was caving in. There were stink bugs all in the room. There were cockroaches in the room. The shower head was coming out of the wall.
Beautiful view
Stink bug
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good

Everything was great except for the bed. It was a little too firm for my preference. And the air conditioning only has one setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sitting on the upstairs deck and listening to the kids play during the day or quiet evening time in the rocking chairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing by the river

I have stayed at the Drama Inn twice and both times it was nice and close to everything... Sitting by the river was very relaxing and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tear it down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is placed very well by the river, quite and very comfortable, it brings you back in time. Very good for relaxing and disconnecting for a couple of days. Walking distance to shops and museums in the area. the host was very cordial and polite. We enjoyed our girls weekend very much and this hotel did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the river and easy to walk to local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place right on the river, friendly staff. I'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
View off balcony over creek was beautiful. Beds need replaced, lumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025