GoHotelly
2-star hotel Check-in 15:00 · Check-out 11:00

Great Smokies Inn

Enjoy homey rooms, free Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool at Great Smokies Inn in Cherokee, NC. Close to Great Smoky Mountains Park and Harrah's Casino.

1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 1373 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable and Clean with Friendly Service

Guests appreciate the hotel's cleanliness, comfortable beds, and accommodating staff, highlighting its convenient location near local attractions and easy parking access. While some note the absence of breakfast and occasional smoke odors, most find the environment quiet and pleasant for a restful stay.

Guests often praise

  • Immaculate, quiet rooms with very comfortable beds and recent updates
  • Friendly, helpful staff providing attentive service and occasional thoughtful touches
  • Convenient onsite parking right outside rooms, making luggage handling easy
  • Accessible location close to Cherokee shops, restaurants, and Great Smoky Mountains attractions
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available in the lobby 24/7

Worth knowing

  • No complimentary breakfast offered, which some guests note as a drawback
  • Some guests detected a smoke odor in rooms, though staff responded promptly with treatment
  • No restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle services on site
  • Outdoor seasonal pool is available but may not always be in use
  • Pet-friendly and family-friendly accommodations, but property is not smoke-free

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a clean, quiet, and comfortable stay on a modest budget
  • Visitors looking for easy access to Cherokee attractions and Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • Families and pet owners wanting accessible parking and kid-friendly amenities
  • Guests valuing friendly service and practical conveniences like in-room microwaves and mini fridges
  • Those stopping overnight or taking a rest day after outdoor activities or casino visits
Compare booking partners

Open this hotel on the platform you trust.

GoHotelly doesn't process bookings — we open this property on each partner so you can compare live rates, cancellation rules and loyalty perks side by side.

Some links are affiliate — if you book, GoHotelly may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Read the full disclosure.

About this property

Welcome to Great Smokies Inn

Great Smokies Inn offers straightforward, homey accommodations in a quiet area of Cherokee, North Carolina. Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness and comfortable beds, which contribute to a restful stay. The rooms come with free high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and convenient parking right outside, making access easy. While the hotel does not provide breakfast or on-site dining, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate are available around the clock in the lobby, enhancing guest comfort.

The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and welcomes families and pets, appealing to a diverse range of visitors. Accessibility is also a key aspect, with facilities designed to accommodate all guests. Although some guests have mentioned occasional smoke odors in rooms, the staff promptly address such issues to maintain a pleasant environment. Reviews highlight the friendly and helpful front desk team as a positive aspect of the overall experience.

Located within close proximity of downtown Cherokee and near popular attractions such as the Oconaluftee Visitor Center and the Museum of the Cherokee People, the property is well situated for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is also just a short drive away, making this hotel a practical choice for visitors interested in both cultural sites and entertainment options.

Travelers arriving by air can reach the hotel within about 1 to 2 hours from nearby airports, including Asheville Regional Airport and McGhee Tyson Airport. The straightforward style and convenient location of Great Smokies Inn make it suitable for guests seeking a functional base for their adventures in the region, especially those valuing cleanliness, quiet, and easy access to local points of interest.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Smoke-free
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DR
Douglas Radford Apr 04, 2026
10

We checked in yesterday and I have been surprised by the appearance and cleanliness of the facility. The room is very nice and clean. Everything is in order. One thing i really like about the room is its accessibility to parking. The car is literally outside the room. No struggles in getting the luggage to the room. The bed is so comfortable. You melt right in. It's comparable to a Best Western. I feel safe and it's quite. I would like it even better if they offered free continental breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.

IJ
Ian Joyce Mar 29, 2026
8.0

Loved the location, the rooms and bathrooms were clean, the beds comfortable, the rooms dark for sleeping. In my opinion the price was maybe just a bit high, but can't complain overall. Wonderful spot to drop / grab a rest day if you're coming off the trail like I was. They also have laundry on site.

AS
Amanda Swan Mar 27, 2026
10

Cannot say enough good things about this quaint motel. The employees are super friendly. They might not always have this available, but they gave goodie bags to my littles upon arrival. Rooms were immaculate. I did notice the smell of smoke in my room but they quickly came and treated the room with some sort of ozone device that completely took the smell away. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate are available 24/7 in the lobby as well as a coffee maker in the room. Room also had decent sized microwave and mini fridge. The mini fridge is bigger than some others I've come across in my travels!

GW
Glenn Walker Mar 26, 2026
10

I dont usually leave reviews for hotels. Most of the time hotel reviews are useless as people nitpic about the most trivial things. All I wanna know is if they are clean and in good area. Now about this motel, it is amazing!! Maybe the cleanest I've ever stayed in. As clean as anf Hyatt or Hilton. Very clean, nice quiet area and very nice front desk. What more do you want? Highly recommend this motel. It don't get any better.

JP
Jennifer Paxson Mar 11, 2026
10

This motel is a sweet find. Everyone at the front desk was nice. They had coffee and tea available in the lobby and pots in the room. Room was clean and recent carpeting it seemed. Nice pool but we didn't get to use it. Also very quiet. It's certainly not the Ritz but for the price it's awesome

BD
Beth DeGrandis Jan 26, 2026
10

We had a great experience here after a very stressful travel hiccup. Our return from a show at the casino to Gatlinburg was unexpectedly interrupted due to the mountain being closed late at night, and Great Smokies Inn was able to accommodate a last-minute reservation without hesitation. The woman who helped us was incredibly kind — exactly what we needed after a long night. The room itself was nicely updated and exceptionally clean. The bed and pillows were surprisingly comfortable, making it easy to relax and finally get some much-needed rest. We were so grateful for the hospitality and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend, especially if you value cleanliness, comfort, and genuinely caring staff.

D
Dianna Jan 22, 2026
10

This hotel surpassed my expectations, extremely clean, extra helpful and friendly staff, great location, quiet, and the bed was surprisingly VERY comfortable. Such a great hotel, highly recommend, if we return to cherokee, we'll definitely be back!!

RG
richard gray Dec 23, 2025
10

Stayed here with our band Club Rewind while doing a New Year's Eve show at Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Very clean room, very comfortable bed, all the amenities needed were included. Plan on staying there again. Definitely recommend this place!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Great Smokies Inn

Cherokee, North Carolina, USA

Set among casual restaurants and shops on the Cherokee Indian Reservation, this homey roadside hotel is within 2 miles of both downtown Cherokee, and Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is 3 miles away.

  • McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 58 Car
  • Asheville Regional Airport 1 hr 14 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in North Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination 32,462 reviews

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC 28719, United States

4.3 · Resort Hotel
Oconaluftee Visitor Center 8,381 reviews

Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Oconaluftee Visitor Center, 1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, United States

4.8 · Visitor Center
Museum of the Cherokee People 1 reviews

Museum of the Cherokee People

589 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC 28719, United States

4.6 · Museum
People also viewed

Similar Hotels in North Carolina

Hand-picked alternatives with a comparable feel, size and price band.

903 S Fifth St, Hartsville, SC 29550, United States

Quality Inn Hartsville

Stay at Quality Inn Hartsville featuring modern rooms, free WiFi, hot breakfast, and a seasonal pool. Conveniently located near H...

3 (336) View
1595 S Van Dyke Rd, Bad Axe, MI 48413, United States

Bad Axe Motel

Stay at Bad Axe Motel, featuring free WiFi, parking, and kidfriendly amenities in Bad Axe, MI. Close to Sanilac Petroglyphs and ...

3.7 (69) View
1200 Centennial Spur, Jerome, ID 83338, United States

Sleep Inn & Suites Jerome

Stay at Sleep Inn & Suites Jerome, featuring free breakfast, WiFi, parking, and a fitness center. Near Shoshone Falls and Magic V...

4 (854) View
1551 W North Ave Ashland, Chicago, IL 60622, United States

Hyatt Place Chicago / Wicker Park

Relax at Hyatt Place Chicago / Wicker Park with free WiFi, gym, rooftop bar, and easy access to top attractions like Millennium P...

4.5 (459) View
110 S Main St, Dilley, TX 78017, United States

Hotel Dilley Grand

Stay at Hotel Dilley Grand in Dilley, TX. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, parking, petfriendly rooms, and easy access to local sight...

4.4 (47) View
516 Grand Canyon Dr, Madison, WI 53719, United States

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

Relax at AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West with free breakfast, indoor pool, and gym. Close to UWMadison, Henry Vilas Zoo, and Wi...

4.1 (1,368) View
12422 Westside Rd, Forestville, CA 95436, United States

Rocktop Lodge

Experience 5star comfort at Rocktop Lodge, a resort hotel in Forestville, CA. Rated highly by 55 guests and offering LGBTQ+ frien...

5 (55) View
3925 Coleman Crossing Cir, Paducah, KY 42001, United States

Homewood Suites by Hilton Paducah

Relax at this 4.7star allsuite hotel offering free breakfast, indoor pool, gym, and kitchenettes, located near the National Quil...

4.7 (687) View
Share your stay

Stayed at Great Smokies Inn? Help the next traveler decide.

Short, honest notes are more useful than long ones. A few sentences about what worked, what surprised you, and who the hotel is best for will go a long way.

Your email is only used to verify the review — it won't be shown publicly.