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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Visitor Center hotels

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

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,805 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay... will gladly stay here again in the future."
United States
Mechelle
The price is AED 278
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything at this motel was good."
United States
Georgia
The price is AED 213
AED 245 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Bay Mountain Inn
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Lots of parking, friendly staff"
United States
Muzakkir
The price is AED 294
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

4. Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (320 reviews)
"Older basic hotel in a great location overlooking the river, really enjoyed sitting on the balcony"
United States
Sabina
The price is AED 189
AED 218 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Newfound Lodge on the river
A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.

5. Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
17.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (292 reviews)
"Great staff comfortable safe area."
United States
Bill
The price is AED 398
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Route 19 Inn
A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

6. Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"The room was very clean and cozy. The location is close to restaurants and major attractions. I loved the rocking chairs on the entrance porch."
United States
CARL
The price is AED 425
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel Sylva
A river with rocks and a wooden structure on the left.

7. Stony Creek Motel

Stony Creek Motel
2.0 star property
18.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff were so kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area."
United States
Kim
The price is AED 325
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stony Creek Motel
A covered patio with wooden walls, a metal table and chairs, and a view of the surrounding trees and yard.

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

Jonathan Creek Inn
2.0 star property
18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The creek right behind the hotel was lovely."
United States
Kathryn
The price is AED 364
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Jonathan Creek Inn
A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.

9. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
3.0 star property
18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 reviews)
"We love staying in the yurts in Maggie Valley. They are always clean and private. This time we did get to see a family of elk."
United States
Lisa
The price is AED 369
AED 685 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"This was a great location! It had a stream running behind it, I spent a lot of time out on my balcony. The breakfast was tasty and the breakfast staff was terrific. WILL stay again!"
United States
Jerry
The price is AED 338
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A room with a brown sofa, a blue table, and a blue door.

11. Cozy Bear Inn

Cozy Bear Inn
2.5 star property
19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"what a gem this place is, we will be returning!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 296
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Cozy Bear Inn
A table set for dining with a white tablecloth, clear glassware, and a centerpiece with flowers and candles.

12. Jarrett House

Jarrett House
2.0 star property
16.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Gregg
The price is AED 441
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Jarrett House
A view from a balcony with a metal railing, overlooking a lush green forest and a rocky stream below.

13. Four Seasons Inn

Four Seasons Inn
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (659 reviews)
"Spending time on the patios overlooking the flowing creek was the highlight for me."
United States
Scott
The price is AED 459
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Four Seasons Inn
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

14. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a nice place to stay"
United States
Melvin
The price is AED 334
AED 378 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
2.5 star property
15.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!!"
United States
Candace
The price is AED 290
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a fence.

16. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I loved staying here, the staff is really sweet and the location is perfect for folks coming to hike!"
United States
Astha
The price is AED 265
AED 295 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

17. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Clarion Pointe Cherokee
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was a good stay based on our small amount of time we visited Cherokee"
United States
jerry
The price is AED 303
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Clarion Pointe Cherokee
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and an American flag.

18. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (804 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Elaine
The price is AED 266
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

19. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
3.0 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Super clean and very healthy Breakfast options. Highly recommend this location and property while visiting Smoky"
United States
unnikrishnan
The price is AED 344
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 4.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,024 reviews)
"Stayed here twice,clean,location great"
United States
Angela
The price is AED 231
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A stone building with a wooden deck and a tree in the foreground.
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,805 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.
Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
View
A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.
Newfound Lodge on the river
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
320 reviews
View
A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.
Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
292 reviews
View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

8/10 Good
"Not exactly spotless throughout the property."
Larry 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

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

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mountain Farm Museum during your trip to Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.
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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 87 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 87 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?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Oconaluftee Visitor Center, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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.