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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino

Star Rating
2.5 out of 5

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Guest reviews

4.2 out of 5 Very Good
985 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.3/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Breakfast included
Parking included
Air Conditioning
Gym

Cleaning and safety practices

Cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-in
24-hour vacancy between guest room stays

Map

376 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC

Explore the area

Popular LocationHarrahs Cherokee Casino5 min walk
Popular LocationOconaluftee Islands Park2 min drive
Popular LocationCherokee Welcome Center2 min drive
AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)87 min drive

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  • Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (LEISURE)

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    4.7/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Queen Beds
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  • Standard Room

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    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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  • Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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    4.2/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Queen Beds
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  • Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

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    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 Queen Bed
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  • Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 6
    • 2 Queen Beds
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  • Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

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    3.8/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
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About this area

Cherokee

Located in Cherokee, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino is in a rural area. Oconaluftee Indian Village and Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oconaluftee Islands Park and Sequoyah National Golf Club. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Bear Zoo are also worth visiting.

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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 5 min walk
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 2 min drive
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min drive
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min drive
  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Frontier Pancake House - 1 min walk
  • Wendy's - 7 min walk
  • Grounded Coffee Shop & Food Factory - 13 min walk
  • Burger King - 14 min walk
  • Granny's Kitchen - 16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino

Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a business center. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and free newspapers are onsite. All 94 rooms provide conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities available to guests include coffee makers, free local calls, and hair dryers.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - 1 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Free cribs (infant beds)

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cherokee / Casino
Inn Express Cherokee Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino and receive a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino?
As of Aug 13, 2020, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino on Aug 16, 2020 start from $109, 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.
Does this hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Is this hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at this hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino?
Check-in is from 3 PM–1 AM.
What time is check-out at this hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is this hotel located?
Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherokee Bear Zoo and Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Oconaluftee Islands Park and Eastern Cherokee Agency are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Guest reviews

Overall score and ratings for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino

4.2
Very Good
985 reviews
5 - Excellent
434
4 - Good
372
3 - Okay
102
2 - Mediocre
51
1 - Poor
26
4.3
Cleanliness
4.2
Service and Staff
4.0
Amenities
4.2
Property condition
4.0 out of 5 Good
Verified traveler
Traveled with partner
Aug 4, 2020
  • Liked: Staff & service

The ice machine didn't work on the 1st level. Knats were all in the room. It was very bad!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
4.0 out of 5 Good
CamTurner, Atlanta
Traveled with partner
Aug 2, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean room! This establishment practiced safe COVID-19 Guidelines! Will stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
4.0 out of 5 Good
Verified traveler
Jul 27, 2020
    This traveler didn’t leave comments with their review
    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
    5.0 out of 5 Excellent
    Jan, Knoxville, TN
    Traveled with family
    Jul 22, 2020
    • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

    This hotel is close to Harrah's Casino. The rooms are quite and offer a microwave and small refrigerator/freezer. Staff is very friendly

    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
    3.0 out of 5 Okay
    Me, Cherokee
    Traveled with family
    Jul 18, 2020
    • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

    We did not receive shampoo or shower gel. I had to wait until The next morning to get it.

    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

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