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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino

376 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC

4.2/5Very Good! (985 reviews)

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

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2020

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC

4.2/5Very Good! (888 reviews)

"Stayed during Covid. Everything was very clean and sanitized. All staff and guests were wearing masks and people were often sanitizing slot machines, high traffic areas, etc. Worst part of this was I wanted to play Roulette and was even talking about playing 22. I had to wait for them to wipe it ..."…"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2020

Chestnut Tree Inn Cherokee

37 Tsalagi Rd, Cherokee, NC

4/5Very Good! (958 reviews)

"The property you clean and very nice the rooms and everything was great.when I come back I will be coming to chestnut tree"…"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2020

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Cherokee Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 24 low-cost motels in Cherokee among the more than 839 hotels and other lodging choices. These budget-friendly accommodations can help you cut costs when compared with traditional hotels, which have more amenities but ones you may never use.

Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Cherokee has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and Cataloochee Ski Area.

Fun fact: Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America. Motel properties often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool.

Here are some of Expedia customers' recommended Cherokee motels to choose from:

Cherokee Lodge

Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

An outdoor pool along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Qualla Cabins and Motel near Cherokee Casino

Enjoy access to the casino, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Castlewood Inn

It's located within a 20-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cataloochee Ski Area.
Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay.

Ramada by Wyndham Maggie Valley

Stay within a 20-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cataloochee Ski Area.
Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

What to Do in Cherokee

Enjoy the scenic riverfront and majestic mountain landscape in this quaint area while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Cherokee for the theater scene, museums, and waterfalls.

Here are some popular places:

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Cataloochee Ski Area

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Oconaluftee Islands Park
Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond
Mingo Falls

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
Bryson City Gem Mine
Cherokee Bear Zoo

Best Time to Visit Cherokee

Figure out the ideal time to visit Cherokee by checking the seasonal weather details below:

The hottest months are typically August and July, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 64° F and nighttime temperatures average 23° F
April-June: 83° F is the daytime average and 35° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 84° F and nighttime averages are around 48° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 73° F during the day and 24° F at night
Average rainfall is 54.21 inches in a year

How to Get to Cherokee and Around the Area

Cherokee Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)	Airport	43.9 mi (70.6 km)
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)	Airport	44.2 mi (71.1 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cherokee?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Cherokee has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

What are motels like?

When you stay at a motel, you’ll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word “motel” was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in Cherokee?

Qualla Cabins and Motel near Cherokee Casino: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Enjoy access to the casino, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino: Free breakfast and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like an LED TV. It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Ramada by Wyndham Maggie Valley: Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. If driving, you’ll be within 20 minutes of Cataloochee Ski Area. Cherokee Lodge: It’s located within a quick 2-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. An outdoor pool, free WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Blue Ridge Inn: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Western Carolina University. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.

What things can I to do in Cherokee?

Enjoy the majestic mountain landscape and scenic riverfront in this quaint area while you’re sightseeing. Visitors like Cherokee for the theater scene, museums, and waterfalls. Some popular places to visit include Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Soco Falls, Cataloochee Valley, and Lake Glenville. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Bryson City Gem Mine, Santa’s Land Family Theme Park and Zoo, and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum.

What's the seasonal weather like in Cherokee?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual rainfall for Cherokee is 54 inches.

How can I get around Cherokee?

Fly into McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is located 43.9 mi (70.6 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is 44.2 mi (71.1 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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