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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 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.

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

Bella

AED 278

AED 320 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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.

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

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Deborah

AED 231

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Muzakkir

AED 294

AED 338 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

4. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Callie

AED 245

AED 282 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A river with rocks and a wooden structure on the left.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a patterned rug, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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.'

5. Stony Creek Motel

18.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Kim

AED 290

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Stonebrook Lodge with a large deer statue in front.

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

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jill

AED 249

AED 286 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

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

7. Hotel Sylva

17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Sheryl

AED 425

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

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 small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

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

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

David

AED 364

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

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

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

9. Route 19 Inn

17.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Bill

AED 398

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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.

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Margaret

AED 364

AED 411 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A rustic wooden building with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

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

11. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jie

AED 815

AED 921 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A woman sitting in a bathtub with a glass of milk, a fireplace, and a window with a view of trees.

A cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and surrounding trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a bathtub, and a fireplace.

12. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

13.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Scott

AED 471

AED 678 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A table set for dining with a white tablecloth, clear glassware, and a centerpiece with flowers and candles.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, white tiled walls, and a patterned floor.

An outdoor patio with multiple tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

A room with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a chair, and a sofa. There are two windows with red curtains.

13. Jarrett House

16.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Heather

AED 397

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A serene park with a picnic area and a river.

A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

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

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

14. Two Rivers Lodge

10.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Dina

AED 241

AED 272 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 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.

15. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Leigh

AED 372

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

16. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Nikki

AED 900

AED 1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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.

17. Cherokee Grand Hotel

4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Christina

AED 254

AED 293 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifeguard station.

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

18. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

16.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

William

AED 290

AED 328 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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.

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

19. Cozy Bear Inn

19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jeffrey

AED 353

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

15.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Candace

AED 298

AED 336 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,821 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	7.8 Good 300 reviews	View
Stony Creek Motel	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Great value hotel. Perfect location. Beds were so comfortable. Clean and nice breakfast. Will stay again."

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean living space! We came up for WCU homecoming."

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

8/10 Good

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SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

10/10 Excellent

"This is the second time we have stayed at this hotel. It’s updated, clean, the rooms have a balcony where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful creek running behind it. The breakfast is a nice little selection of waffles, bread, bagels, danishes, fruit, juices and coffee. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone traveling in the Cherokee area."

Cherokee Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Helpful staff, clean room. It's close to downtown."

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Reasonably new property with friendly staff"

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

10/10 Excellent

"I was treated like family by the General Manager and felt at home. Planing on going back between Christmas and New Year's! Only thing I missed was a microwave in the room"

Nestled inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay area from all the congestion of Cherokee. Beautiful setting!"

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Woukd stay again. Very clean and secure"

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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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 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.

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Our top choices for Oconaluftee Visitor Center hotels

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2. Bay Mountain Inn

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

4. Newfound Lodge on the river

5. Stony Creek Motel

6. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

7. Hotel Sylva

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

9. Route 19 Inn

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

11. McKinley Edwards Inn

12. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

13. Jarrett House

14. Two Rivers Lodge

15. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

16. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

17. Cherokee Grand Hotel

18. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

19. Cozy Bear Inn

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

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Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Nestled inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Bay Mountain Inn

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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