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

A rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.

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

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

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 28 - Sep 29

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

3. Rolling Hills Lodge

Downtown Cherokee, 3.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jason

NT$1,893

NT$2,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A motel with a stone facade, a covered walkway, and a view of mountains in the background.

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

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

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

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

5. 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 28 - Sep 29

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

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Gary

NT$7,469

NT$8,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A porch with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola sign.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a window.

Two black doors with white frames, numbered 3 and 2, and a hanging plant above door 3.

Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a window with a view of a bed and a red blanket.

7. The Cardinal Inn

19.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Andreas

NT$4,604

NT$5,111 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 river with rocks and a wooden structure on the left.

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

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

8. Stony Creek Motel

18.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Chris

NT$4,045

NT$4,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.

A rustic cabin with a porch and chairs overlooking a flowing stream in a forested area.

A teepee in a park with a playground and a building in the background.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, surrounded by a fence, with lounge chairs and a yellow umbrella.

9. Route 19 Inn

17.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Patricia

NT$4,133

NT$4,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There's a dining table with chairs and a small ottoman.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

10. Hotel Sylva

17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Nicholas

NT$4,476

NT$5,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

A small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Danny

NT$2,858

NT$3,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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.

12. 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 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 motel with a stone facade, a signboard, and a parked truck.

13. Cozy Bear Inn

19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jeffrey

NT$3,153

NT$3,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs visible through an open door.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window providing natural light.

A modern house with a deck, a small outdoor seating area, and a river nearby.

14. The Dogwood

18.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Matt

NT$4,105

NT$4,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

15. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Nikki

NT$8,098

NT$9,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

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

16. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Ginny

NT$3,794

NT$4,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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

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

17. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Leigh

NT$3,430

NT$6,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

18. Four Seasons Inn

19.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Vonda

NT$3,969

NT$4,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A serene park with a picnic area and a river.

A compact room with wooden paneling, a microwave, a coffee maker, a small refrigerator, a television, and a dresser.

A motel with multiple rooms, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

A lodge with a green roof, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating it is an American-owned family-operated business.

19. Two Rivers Lodge

10.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Tabitha R

NT$2,867

NT$3,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a staircase.

20. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee, 4.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Charlene

NT$2,509

NT$2,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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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
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	8.0 Very good 285 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

8/10 Good

"Very courteous and efficient staff, clean room, very inexpensive. Unfortunately the toiled plugged on first flush. Other than that, recommended."

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

8/10 Good

"The hotel itself was good for the price per night. The staff was excellent continental breakfast was okay, in the rooms were very comfortable."

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Close walk to the casino. Breakfast was great"

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."

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

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

Rolling Hills Lodge

8/10 Good

"Rooms are older but very clean. Our bed this year was lumpy but the staff are very friendly and serve a good breakfast."

Drama Inn

8/10 Good

"Pet friendly and amazing view and acess to the river."

Panther Creek Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great although we had last minute issues of our own creation the manager was accommodating beyond our expectations communication was easy and responsive"

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. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

6. McKinley Edwards Inn

7. The Cardinal Inn

8. Stony Creek Motel

9. Route 19 Inn

10. Hotel Sylva

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

12. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

13. Cozy Bear Inn

14. The Dogwood

15. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

16. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

17. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18. Four Seasons Inn

19. Two Rivers Lodge

20. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Bay Mountain Inn

Rolling Hills Lodge

Drama Inn

Panther Creek Cabins

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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