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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

A building entrance with a registration sign, a lobby sign, and three rocking chairs lined up against a wall.

A rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Pedro

P5,261

P6,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and green throw blankets. There are framed botanical prints on the walls.

A building entrance with glass doors, a visible interior hallway, and a trash bin outside.

A long, narrow hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Cornelia

P4,267

P4,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

A motel with a stone facade, a covered walkway, and a view of mountains in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small table with a coffee maker.

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

kishan

P5,176

P5,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a glass candle holder with a lit candle, and two leather chairs.

A forested stream with rocks and dense foliage.

A two-story building with a covered porch, stone pillars, and a banner hanging from the roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Rolling Hills Lodge

Downtown Cherokee, 3.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Toni

P3,726

P5,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

A room with a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

A parking lot with a stone wall and green shrubs.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a display of magazines.

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Joe

P4,164

P4,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A stone building with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

John

P4,431

P5,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

A living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

7. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Gary

P12,026

P13,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

8. Cherokee Grand Hotel

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Crystal

P3,881

P4,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

A rustic cabin with a porch and chairs overlooking a flowing stream in a forested area.

A teepee in a park with a playground and a building in the background.

9. Route 19 Inn

17.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Patricia

P6,771

P7,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A porch with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola sign.

Two black doors with white frames, numbered 3 and 2, and a hanging plant above door 3.

Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a window with a view of a bed and a red blanket.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

10. The Cardinal Inn

19.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Andreas

P9,065

P10,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

A wooden interior with a table set for two and six red chairs. Large windows offer a view of a garden and a pond.

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Teresa C

P5,627

P6,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There's a dining table with chairs and a small ottoman.

12. Hotel Sylva

17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Gretchen

P7,839

P9,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A room with a brown sofa, a blue table, and a blue door.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a dining table with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a heater, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror.

13. Cozy Bear Inn

19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jeffrey

P5,404

P5,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

14. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Cynthia

P6,024

P6,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.

A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A poolside bar area with seating and a view of the pool.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.

15. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Steven

P3,154

P6,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

A reception area with a wooden counter, blue walls, a mounted TV, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a staircase.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a lamp.

16. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee, 4.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Cheryl

P4,445

P5,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A woman sitting in a bathtub with a glass of milk, a fireplace, and a window with a view of trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and surrounding trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a bathtub, and a fireplace.

17. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

13.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Scott

P21,935

P45,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A lobby with a reception desk, a red sofa, patterned blue armchairs, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, bar stools, a small bar area, and a television screen.

18. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Douglas

P4,995

P5,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.

A sunlit living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a chair, large windows, and a view of a deck and outdoor area.

A spacious RV interior with a kitchen, dining area, and seating space.

A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a window, and a door.

19. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Shawn

P6,752

P12,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A breakfast buffet area with a display of cinnamon sweet rolls, a sign indicating the roll selection, and a patterned wall in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a snack bar, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Monica

P6,064

P6,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,862 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very Good 1,000 reviews	View
Rolling Hills Lodge	8.4 Very Good 1,001 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	8.0 Very Good 269 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel

8/10 Good

"Our stay was nice out in the newly renovated units. I didn't like having to go to the main desk for ice. However I think I'd stay there again. Staff was very nice and accommodating."

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent

"Spectacular"

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"it was charming , they keep the exterior up , took notes of anything we noticed, there was not hot breakfast . well be back"

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"The room was wonderful and the location was perfect for us."

Newfound Lodge on the river

8/10 Good

"Great location and great place to stay"

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

Panther Creek Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great although we had last minute issues of our own creation the manager was accommodating beyond our expectations communication was easy and responsive"

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Very friendly stuff."

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good bed. Older but clean place. Great bed actually."

Other attractions near Oconaluftee Visitor Center

A modern building with large windows and a stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly landscape.

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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A rustic wooden cabin with a wooden bridge and a small waterfall in a lush forest.

Mingus Mill

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mingus Mill during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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A rustic building with a sign for Ruby Mine and a sign for Gold Mine.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

8.2/10 (238 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cherokee with a trip to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Oconaluftee Indian Village

8.8/10 (325 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oconaluftee Indian Village during your travels in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

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A large outdoor amphitheater with tiered seating and a stage.

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

8.8/10 (144 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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An outdoor amphitheater with rows of seats, surrounded by dense forest and a river.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Explore the great outdoors at Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this quaint area.

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Mount Stand Watie

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Stand Watie during your travels in Cherokee. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Oconaluftee Visitor Center is located in Cherokee. Travelers love the area for its magnificent mountain views, hiking, and top-notch casinos. You'll find 85 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a casino. It's located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Great Smokies Inn Cherokee and Bay Mountain Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations 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 room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review 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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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Visitor Center hotels

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2. Bay Mountain Inn

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

4. Rolling Hills Lodge

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

7. McKinley Edwards Inn

8. Cherokee Grand Hotel

9. Route 19 Inn

10. The Cardinal Inn

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

12. Hotel Sylva

13. Cozy Bear Inn

14. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

15. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

16. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

17. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

18. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

19. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

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Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Newfound Lodge on the river

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Panther Creek Cabins

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

Bay Mountain Inn

Other attractions near Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Mountain Farm Museum

Mingus Mill

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Oconaluftee Indian Village

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Mount Stand Watie

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