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A wooden cabin with a porch, a small garden, and a view of a forested area.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area, and multiple TVs on the walls.
A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.
A river flowing through a wooded area with a grassy bank and wooden posts.

1. Smoky Falls Lodge

Smoky Falls Lodge
Maggie Valley
United States
Benjamin
$79 nightly
$88 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Smoky Falls Lodge
A spacious lobby with a beige sofa, a coffee machine, and a stone accent wall.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural light.
A spacious living area with a round coffee table, beige armchairs, and a modern ceiling light.

2. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
Cherokee
United States
Jose
$98 nightly
$113 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
A marina with several boats docked, a covered seating area, and a building with a green roof.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, wooden cabinets, and a sliding door.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a wooden ceiling.
A building with a stone facade, a covered patio area with umbrellas, and a view of a forested area.

3. Fontana Village Resort

Fontana Village Resort
Fontana Dam
United States
Brooke
$129 nightly
$146 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Fontana Village Resort
A stone chapel with a pointed roof and a large circular window.
A pathway alongside a lake with stone railings and pink roses.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a stone fireplace, and a view of a lake.

4. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

The Terrace at Lake Junaluska
Lake Junaluska
United States
Todd
$149 nightly
$176 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Terrace at Lake Junaluska
A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.
A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.
A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn
Balsam
United States
Egle
$90 nightly
$102 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Balsam Mountain Inn
A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a metal fence.
A living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
Bryson City
United States
Gary
$235 nightly
$266 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
McKinley Edwards Inn

7. Nantahala Village

Nantahala Village
Bryson City
United States
William
$104 nightly
$118 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Nantahala Village
A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.
A covered porch with white wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a brick column.
A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

8. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Franklin
United States
Doris
$102 nightly
$115 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
A wooden deck with two rocking chairs overlooking a river.
A cozy cabin interior with a leather sofa, a stone fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A rustic wooden signpost with 'Cozy Creek Cottages' and 'Yes' directions, a vintage wooden cart, and a house in a lush green setting.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a dining table with chairs.

9. Cozy Creek Cottages

Cozy Creek Cottages
Maggie Valley
United States
Matthew
$264 nightly
$289 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Creek Cottages
A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a window, and a door.
A spacious RV interior with a kitchen, dining area, and seating space.
A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a beige sofa, and a painting of horses on the wall.

10. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
Maggie Valley
United States
Leigh
$183 nightly
$195 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
A spacious living area with a large island, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.
A patio with outdoor seating and a view of a golf course.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and built-in shelves.
A large building with a complex roof structure, surrounded by a well-maintained golf course and lush greenery.

11. Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hazelwood
United States
Wayne
$171 nightly
$190 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A spacious, wooden-floored living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a fireplace.
A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the river.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a desk, and a television.
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort
Robbinsville
United States
Amy
$259 nightly
$292 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort
A pathway leading to a wooden structure with a red umbrella, surrounded by trees and decorative glass spheres.
A spacious library with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.
A large house surrounded by autumn foliage, with a stone wall and two pink chairs in the yard.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a large window.

13. Snowbird Mountain Lodge

Snowbird Mountain Lodge
Robbinsville
United States
Shari
$577 nightly
$652 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Snowbird Mountain Lodge
A porch with white columns, wicker chairs, and a sign reading "MOVIE GALLERY".
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a bookshelf.

14. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites
Downtown Bryson City
United States
Nikki
$275 nightly
$311 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Calhoun House Inn & Suites
A wooden cabin with a porch, picnic table, and grill area, surrounded by trees.

15. Nantahala Ridge

Nantahala Ridge
Bryson City
United States
Madison
$168 nightly
$190 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Nantahala Ridge
A hot tub area with a wooden deck, glass doors, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cabin with a wooden deck, a chimney, and a small porch.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a window, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins
Bryson City
United States
Anthony
$303 nightly
$323 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Nantahala Cabins
A spacious covered dining area with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and large windows.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and two armchairs.
A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden floors, and a chess table.

17. Grandview Lodge

Grandview Lodge
Waynesville
United States
Michael
$125 nightly
$139 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Grandview Lodge
A spacious kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a wooden deck.
A treehouse cabin surrounded by dense forest.
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lights, and large windows overlooking a green landscape.

18. Nantahala Outdoor Center

Nantahala Outdoor Center
Bryson City
United States
Stephanie
$279 nightly
$315 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Nantahala Outdoor Center
A two-story white house with a front porch, a flag, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a fireplace.
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a large rug, a fireplace, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A kitchen counter with various items including a coffee maker, a kettle, a fruit bowl, and several glasses.

19. Love Lane Bed & Breakfast

Love Lane Bed & Breakfast
Waynesville
Canada
Elizabeth
$195 nightly
$216 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Love Lane Bed & Breakfast
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, wooden floors, and a kitchen area.
A rustic cabin surrounded by a forest with a small stream flowing through.
A wooden deck with a rocking chair and a bar stool, surrounded by trees.
A large, modern gaming area with multiple gaming stations and a vibrant, colorful floor design.

20. Panther Creek Cabins

Panther Creek Cabins
Cherokee
United States
William
Panther Creek Cabins
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Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

777 Casino Drive Cherokee NC
$92 nightly
$106 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,629 reviews)
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Sky Ridge Yurts

Sky Ridge Yurts

200 Sky Ridge Dr Bryson City NC
$285 nightly
$322 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Sky Ridge Yurts
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

285 Lone Oak Dr Whittier NC
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
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Cherokee and related destinations

The Great Smoky Mountains provide a stunning backdrop to the Eastern Band of Cherokee's cultural heritage at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian. Visitors can explore ancient traditions through craft demonstrations, visit Harrah's casino complex, or hike to Mingo Falls' 120-foot cascade.

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Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

10/10 Excellent
"Close walk to the casino. Breakfast was great"
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Cherokee

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Cherokee, North Carolina are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Cherokee, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Cherokee for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Cherokee near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Cherokee 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Cherokee?
Recharge your batteries in a comfortable setting at Chestnut Tree Inn Cherokee. Located about 1 mi west of central Cherokee, this 3-star hotel is recommended by Expedia guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Cherokee?
Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in Cherokee. On top of cozy surroundings, these lower-priced properties include a host of welcome amenities like WiFi, in-room coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with upscale features such as a wellness center, indoor or outdoor pool and bigger rooms. No matter your desired hotel category or budget, we have the ideal match for you.

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