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McKinley Edwards Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

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Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly) | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Restaurant
Catalina (Pet Friendly) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
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  • Parking included
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  • Pet friendly
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  • Free WiFi
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208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationNantahala Brewing Company16 min walk
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)71 min drive

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ExperimentalCarousel

10/10 Excellent

It’s country flavor, open fire pit, sitting area and convenience to Bryson.
Henry
Jan 26, 2024
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Hummingbird | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Hummingbird

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cottage | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Deluxe Cottage

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Retreat | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

The Retreat

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The White Heron Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The White Heron Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Peony Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Peony Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Cattail Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Cattail Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Equestrian Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Equestrian Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The McKinley Edwards Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The McKinley Edwards Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Catalina (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Catalina (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Morning Glory | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Morning Glory

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Carousel | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carousel

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

McKinley Edwards Inn is located in Bryson City. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Fontana Lake. Traveling with kids? Consider Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine.
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What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 min walk
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 15 min walk
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 15 min walk
  • Island Park - 16 min walk
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Layers Brewing Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Nantahala Brewing Brewpub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nate and Nick's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

McKinley Edwards Inn

Family-friendly lodge near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
McKinley Edwards Inn is located close to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Children's books and art supplies
  • Memory foam beds and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 70 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge
McKinley Edwards Inn Bryson City
McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge Bryson City

Frequently asked questions

Is McKinley Edwards Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 70 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at McKinley Edwards Inn?

As of Jun 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McKinley Edwards Inn on Jun 19, 2024 start from $189.0, 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.

How much is parking at McKinley Edwards Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at McKinley Edwards Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at McKinley Edwards Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McKinley Edwards Inn located?

This family-friendly Bryson City lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Nantahala National Forest and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s country flavor, open fire pit, sitting area and convenience to Bryson.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
John Mark is very kind and he takes well care of all guests. The breakfast is delicious, home-made prepared. On our trip we stayed in 4 hotels and this one was the best of all at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this point bed-and-breakfast! Everything about it was fabulous! We will definitely be back every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The common areas were clean and cozy. However the room we booked was adequate but it was an add on and not in the inn and was nothing special. The kicker was the shower went cold after a few seconds and never warmed back up! A cold shower is unacceptable! We tried to call the office but they didn't answer. Next morning the lady in the office's response was "talk to him." His explanation was they over inhabited some of the rooms and the water heater couldn't handle it. That didn't help me. Breakfast was good and lady in the kitchen was friendly and helpful. But I would not book this "inn"'again nor recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Had an excellent stay. Would certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never received a more warm welcome than when I walked in to check in. The property is a little old and could use minor patchwork here and there, but the entire place emanates the love put in to it. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and decorated nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and owners. Loved the common spaces which were beautifully decorated for Christmas. Breakfast was delightful and the kids LOVED the waffles.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neely

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The McKinley-Edwards Inn was so so cute!! What a cool spot. We stayed after the Polar Express. Dog friendly, we brought our 2 pugs with us :). Breakfast was AMAZING.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keara

Traveled with family
Beautiful property, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Carlette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not for elderly or people with trouble walking
It’s a very pretty area, the bed is super comfortable. However, if you are going to relax in the morning it’s hard to do it’s very noisy. Also, for elderly or anyone that has slight trouble walking it is very very difficult to walk around. Definitely not handicap accessible!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so nice! It feels like you are at home. We will def be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful property, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and professional staff. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return for a longer visit. Anytime you are visiting Bryson City, I recommend staying at this beautiful place. You will not regret.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in Bryson City!
Think of it as a bed and breakfast, but with guest rooms detached from the main home! While we were only at the Inn for a night, we enjoyed our stay. The grounds, though transitioning due to the end of the fall colors, were nicely manicured with some distinct trees and foliage. Our room was very spacious and the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was wonderful and the host even cooked me scrambled eggs as the hot breakfast entree contained gluten. Finally, this was our first time visiting Bryson City, and if you are looking for a quaint NC town with great little shops and a variety of local restaurants and places to have a cocktail, you need to check this town out! We'll stay here again on our next visit to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great weekend getaway!
We had a great one night stay on Saturday 10/28/23. Check-in was a breeze, and Janice escorted me to the room to make sure it was satisfactory. The firepit and social time was enjoyable, and my 8 year old son loved the koi pond and the black cat who is the resident feline. Breakfast the next morning was delicious. We will definitely return, and highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place stay. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith W

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Lovely and well-maintained inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy comfort in the Smokey Mountains
We loved our stay at McKinley Edwards Inn. We stayed in the Hummingbird room, which was up on the third floor overlooking the beautiful yard in back with fire pit and fish pond. We felt very much at home in the very relaxing, cozy, comfortable room with hummingbird decor. The hosts are friendly and accommodating and serve delicious breakfast in the gorgeous dining room. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bryson City Trip
This was our first trip to Bryson City and our stay at the McKinley Edwards Inn was a wonderful experience. Proprietors John Mark and Janice went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable experience. They went out of their way to accommodate any request we had including an unlimited supply of firewood for an outdoor fire on Saturday night. The decor inside and out is tastefully done and our room was very clean and comfortable. The dining area is surrounded by windows and offers a phenomenal view of the mountains. The breakfast served was well done with many choices. We are planning a 2nd trip to Bryson City next Spring and will certainly be returning to the McKinley Edwards Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is really the atmosphere of a bed and breakfast! Owner’s are very warm and welcoming, can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023