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

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

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

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

James

NT$2,402

NT$2,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and green throw blankets. There are framed botanical prints on the walls.

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Mary

NT$2,167

NT$2,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A two-story building with a covered porch, stone pillars, and a banner hanging from the roof.

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

Jason

NT$1,893

NT$2,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

A room with a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

4. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Joe

NT$2,858

NT$3,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

5. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Dorathy

NT$2,775

NT$3,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A stone building with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Stonebrook Lodge with a large deer statue in front.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

John

NT$2,344

NT$2,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, bar stools, a small bar area, and a television screen.

7. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

jerry

NT$2,836

NT$3,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

8. Cherokee Grand Hotel

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Barbara

NT$2,631

NT$3,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bathroom with a stone wall, a mirror with lights, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A cabin with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a sign reading 'Stony Creek Cabin.'

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and decorative wall art.

A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

9. Stony Creek Motel

18.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Chris

NT$4,045

NT$4,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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.

10. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Gary

NT$7,469

NT$8,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A brick building with a covered porch, a garage door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

A dining area with a mix of booths and tables, a patterned carpet, and a window with a view of greenery.

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

5.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Indranil

NT$1,943

NT$2,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Monica

NT$3,088

NT$3,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

A lobby with a stone wall, beige sofas, and a reception desk.

A swimming pool with a small building in the background, surrounded by trees.

A fitness center with treadmills, an elliptical, and a TV screen.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 4.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Carol

NT$2,348

NT$2,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.

14. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Ginny

NT$3,477

NT$3,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a beige sofa, a coffee machine, and a stone accent 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.

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

15. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jose

NT$3,115

NT$3,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the parking lot through the glass doors.

A building with a brick entrance and a parking lot.

A motel with a covered parking area, multiple rooms, and a clear sky.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jacob

NT$2,132

NT$2,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a TV mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a small TV on a counter. There are two bar stools and a plant on the counter.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a television, a fireplace, and a coffee machine.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and wooden flooring.

17. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

5.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Juanita

NT$1,965

NT$2,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A building with a large, well-maintained green hedge in front.

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

18. Four Seasons Inn

19.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Vonda

NT$3,969

NT$4,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

19. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Shan

NT$2,333

NT$2,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and an American flag.

A reception area with a large mural, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall mural of a sunset.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

20. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

17.5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Roberto

NT$2,942

NT$3,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,859 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Rolling Hills Lodge	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	8.0 Very good 284 reviews	View
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Hotel Was very nice and clean. All staff was friendly and helpful. I will definitely be staying there again."

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and bed was fine. The breakfast was a let down. Minimal effort put in it, expired milk."

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Wish they had hand rails in the shower / tub for safety. The room was clean, liked having a fridge and microwave. Would stay again."

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay"

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Large clean room. Very friendly staff. Fantastic location to the Great Smoky Mountains."

Newfound Lodge on the river

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful stay would definitely recommend"

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great from food and balcony"

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

10/10 Excellent

"You can tell it's an older property, but they've updated it. It was super clean and cute. We were at the far end of property and my only issue was it took forever, and I man forever. Like probably over 5 minutes to get hot water to the shower. It came just to a while. Will stay here again close to the casino."

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

8/10 Good

"It was close to the casino. Breakfast was fine and right at 10 they started taking it down with people still eating"

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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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?

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination 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 Oconaluftee Islands Park and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail.

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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. Newfound Lodge on the river

5. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

7. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

8. Cherokee Grand Hotel

9. Stony Creek Motel

10. McKinley Edwards Inn

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

14. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

15. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

17. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

18. Four Seasons Inn

19. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

20. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

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Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Bay Mountain Inn

Newfound Lodge on the river

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

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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