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Our top choices for Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo hotels

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
3 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
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 P5,257
P8,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
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
3.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Very great stay across from the casino"
United States
andre
The price is P4,667
P5,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
Lobby sitting area
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.1 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1912)
"We love staying at this property. Have stayed here many times."
United States
Donna
The price is P9,983
P11,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150)
"Nice rooms, great stay close to restaurants and shops."
United States
Anne
The price is P8,364
P9,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Hotel Sylva
Property grounds
McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (323)
"Super friendly staff and the accommodations where top notch!"
United States
Justin
The price is P9,215
P10,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
McKinley Edwards Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
15.3 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (260)
"Room was clean and comfortable, we enjoyed a nice quiet visit"
United States
Jeff
The price is P6,645
P7,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Route 19 Inn
Front of property
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772)
"Nice clean hotel. Staff was wonderful. Bed was one of the most comfortable we have ever slept in. "
United States
Belinda
The price is P5,694
P6,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Terrace/patio
Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Great property "
United States
Marian
The price is P13,291
P15,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
Property grounds
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Susie
The price is P5,257
P5,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Lobby
Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
16.7 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Staff and room was perfect!"
United States
Justin
The price is P6,645
P7,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Balsam Mountain Inn
Front of property
Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.1 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
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 P4,031
P4,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Bay Mountain Inn
Exterior
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"We enjoyed our stay. "
United States
John
The price is P5,380
P6,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
2.5 star property
3.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1142)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Donald
The price is P4,156
P4,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
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
3.6 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Everything from staff interaction to the breakfast was great! "
United States
Devin
The price is P5,848
P6,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
3.0 star property
15 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222)
"Great location, cute cabins with everything you need for a comfortable stay."
United States
Annemarie
The price is P6,616
P10,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
Property grounds
Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (86)
"Nice place quiet and pleasant "
United States
Debbie
The price is P4,078
P4,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Two Rivers Lodge
Exterior
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean and accommodating for s very late check in. "
United States
Christopher
The price is P5,609
P6,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
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, 5.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
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 P4,027
P4,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
17 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Staff was grwat, nice location, good price"
United States
Rebecca
The price is P4,245
P4,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
Balcony view
Four Seasons Inn

Four Seasons Inn

Four Seasons Inn
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (617)
"I enjoyed myself. The mountain views, the creek and everything else was awesome. The room was spotless. I would return. "
United States
Kyle
The price is P5,021
P5,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Four Seasons Inn
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Top Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo Hotel Reviews

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotels "
Ester 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Hotels near other Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo attractions

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Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

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 culture exhibited at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian in North Carolina featuring a large wooden sculpture

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

4.5/5 (280 reviews)
This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo is located in a family-friendly area of Cherokee known for its magnificent mountain views and top-notch casinos. You'll find 157 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Harrah's Cherokee – 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 1.9 mi (3 km) from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Expedia has 157 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
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 can wander around Oconaluftee Islands Park, Oconaluftee Visitor Center, or Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail if you want a dose of fresh air.

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