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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

A stone building with a wooden deck and a tree in the foreground.

A building entrance with a registration sign, a lobby sign, and three rocking chairs lined up against a wall.

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

John

NT$2,663

NT$3,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

A kitchen area with a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a sign indicating no breakfast outside.

A long, narrow hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.

A building entrance with glass doors, a visible interior hallway, and a trash bin outside.

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Cornelia

NT$2,159

NT$2,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a glass candle holder with a lit candle, and two leather chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a covered patio, stone pillars, and a view of the parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A forested stream with rocks and dense foliage.

3. Rolling Hills Lodge

Downtown Cherokee, 3.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Wayne

NT$1,886

NT$2,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and utensils.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small table with a coffee maker.

4. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

kishan

NT$2,620

NT$3,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

A parking lot with a stone wall and green shrubs.

A motel with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating an ice machine.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a display of magazines.

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Agnes

NT$2,107

NT$2,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a metal fence.

A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Gary

NT$6,189

NT$6,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A porch with white columns, wicker chairs, and a sign reading "MOVIE GALLERY".

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a stove, and a refrigerator.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a fireplace.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a bookshelf.

7. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Nikki

NT$7,119

NT$8,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

A wooden interior with a table set for two and six red chairs. Large windows offer a view of a garden and a pond.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Burt

NT$2,848

NT$3,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

A reception area with a stone counter, framed pictures, and a potted plant.

A room with a sofa, a table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

9. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Catinna

NT$2,354

NT$2,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A room with a brown sofa, a blue table, and a blue door.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a dining table with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a heater, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror.

10. Cozy Bear Inn

19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jeffrey

NT$3,142

NT$3,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.

A sunlit living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a chair, large windows, and a view of a deck and outdoor area.

A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a beige sofa, and a painting of horses on the wall.

A spacious RV interior with a kitchen, dining area, and seating space.

11. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Shawn

NT$3,417

NT$6,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A view from a balcony with a metal railing, overlooking a lush green forest and a rocky stream below.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and a metal fence.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a small sink. There is a wooden cabinet and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Four Seasons Inn

19.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Meredith

NT$3,955

NT$4,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.

13. Cherokee Grand Hotel

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Shanna

NT$1,964

NT$2,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand with a drawer, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A lobby with a reception desk, a red sofa, patterned blue armchairs, and a wooden floor.

14. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Douglas

NT$2,474

NT$2,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a lamp.

A motel with a stone pillar entrance, a balcony, and a parking area.

A reception area with a wooden counter, blue walls, a mounted TV, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

15. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee, 4.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Cheryl

NT$1,973

NT$2,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a heater, and framed pictures on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifeguard station.

A coffee station with a daydream blend coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items.

16. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

16.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Erica

NT$2,816

NT$3,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a fence.

A restaurant with a counter, chairs, and a buffet area.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, an American flag, and a sign for Best Western Mountainbrook Inn.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

17. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

19.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Tony

NT$2,178

NT$2,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with yellow chairs, and a view of the dining area in the background.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

15.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Telissa

NT$3,322

NT$3,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 hotel lobby with a Pepsi refrigerator stocked with beverages, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a round coffee table, beige armchairs, and a modern ceiling light.

19. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jose

NT$2,962

NT$3,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.

A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.

20. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Ardella

NT$1,680

NT$3,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,880 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Rolling Hills Lodge	8.4 Very Good 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very Good 1,002 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	8.0 Very Good 264 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Only bad thing I can say is when opening the room door there was a strong mildew smell but once in the room the smell was gone."

Newfound Lodge on the river

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful view off the back balcony of our room."

Cherokee Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone at the grand Hotel Cherokee was very inviting friendly and helpful with information. The rooms are clean and the staff is amazing and we also love the shuttle service to the casino."

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Love it there good breakfast ,but they could replace the chair in the room or get a small love seat in the rooms"

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and competitively priced. Would definitely recommend"

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Cute place to stay and close to the entrance to the park. 😃 The staff is amazing!"

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Overall clean rooms, no nasty cigarette smells!"

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, friendly staff and a 2 minute walk to the casino!"

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

10/10 Excellent

"We were very pleased with everything 😁!!!"

Other attractions near Oconaluftee Visitor Center

A modern building with large windows and a stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly landscape.

Mountain Farm Museum

Historic wood cabins from across the Smoky Mountains are gathered in an open-air museum with live blacksmith and animal demonstrations.

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A rustic wooden cabin with a wooden bridge and a small waterfall in a lush forest.

Mingus Mill

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mingus Mill during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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A rustic building with a sign for Ruby Mine and a sign for Gold Mine.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

8.2/10 (238 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cherokee with a trip to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Oconaluftee Indian Village

8.8/10 (325 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oconaluftee Indian Village during your travels in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

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A large outdoor amphitheater with tiered seating and a stage.

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

8.8/10 (144 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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An outdoor amphitheater with rows of seats, surrounded by dense forest and a river.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Explore the great outdoors at Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this quaint area.

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Mount Stand Watie

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Stand Watie during your travels in Cherokee. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Oconaluftee Visitor Center is located in Cherokee. Travelers love the area for its magnificent mountain views, hiking, and top-notch casinos. You'll find 85 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a casino. It's located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Great Smokies Inn Cherokee and Bay Mountain Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oconaluftee Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

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What can I see and do near Oconaluftee Visitor Center?

Oconaluftee Indian Village, Mountain Farm Museum, and Mingus Mill feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Oconaluftee Islands Park.

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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Visitor Center hotels

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2. Bay Mountain Inn

3. Rolling Hills Lodge

4. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

7. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

9. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

10. Cozy Bear Inn

11. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

12. Four Seasons Inn

13. Cherokee Grand Hotel

14. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

15. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

16. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

17. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

19. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

20. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Newfound Lodge on the river

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Bay Mountain Inn

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Other attractions near Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Mountain Farm Museum

Mingus Mill

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Oconaluftee Indian Village

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Mount Stand Watie

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