The Best Hotels Closest to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine in Cherokee for 2026

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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, 1.2 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Dong

AED 278

AED 320 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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.

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

2. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

2.6 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

David

AED 249

AED 286 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 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.

3. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 0.9 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Sabina

AED 227

AED 261 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

4. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Kontent

AED 223

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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.

5. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

2.3 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Mei Mei

AED 247

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 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.

6. Cherokee Grand Hotel

2.3 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Barbara

AED 252

AED 289 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A modern building with large windows overlooking a landscaped area with a stream.

A poolside bar area with seating and a view of the pool.

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

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

2.6 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Josh

AED 156

AED 320 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A fitness room with exercise equipment, a water dispenser, and motivational wall art.

A reception desk with a blue geometric wall design, a wooden accent, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a couch.

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

2.6 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Monica

AED 375

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.5 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Angela

AED 231

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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.

10. Rolling Hills Lodge

Downtown Cherokee, 0.4 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Irene

AED 191

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

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

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural 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.

11. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

2.7 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Robert

AED 344

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

12. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 0.5 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Nancy

AED 294

AED 338 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

13. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

3 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Indranil

AED 238

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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 balcony with a view of a river and forest, two chairs, and a table.

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

14. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

2.5 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Betty

AED 236

AED 271 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 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.

15. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 0.4 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Agnes

AED 269

AED 309 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

2.8 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

tina

AED 247

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A view of a river from a wooden deck with a railing.

A room with a window overlooking a deck, a round table, and two patterned sofas.

A room with a wooden reception desk, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a tiled floor.

A bathroom with a vanity, a large mirror with lights, a hairdryer, and a trash can.

17. Drama Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 0.8 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Misty

AED 327

AED 376 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.'

18. Stony Creek Motel

19.4 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Chris

AED 303

AED 337 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 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 stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

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

19. McKinley Edwards Inn

14.4 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Jie

AED 815

AED 921 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Hotel Sylva

15.2 km from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Sheryl

AED 425

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,830 reviews	View
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee	9.2 Wonderful 1,260 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park	8.8 Excellent 969 reviews	View
Clarion Pointe Cherokee	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine Hotel Reviews

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay for our few days in Cherokee. We're able to check in early which was nice and on first floor which was nice for our mobility as senior citizens"

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Room clean well maintained.. staff great .. breakfast not so great but OK .. new shower head would make a BIG improvement to the shower .. not a fan of housekeeping and breakfast service having tip jar or envelope.. overall our 3 night stay was restful and quiet"

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is outdated but clean and quiet. Had a ton of parking. Very close to the casino. My TV wasn't working but the lady working the front desk came up quickly and fixed it for me. No complaints"

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Nice room. Good location."

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

10/10 Excellent

"The shower was clean and had plenty of hot hot water! Also the staff were super nice and helpful!"

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was excellent. No in room coffee And minor wear evident in furnishings. Good location and plenty of parking. All in room services (AC, Shower, etc.) worked well. I would return to this property - very good value."

Cherokee Grand Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great Hotel Weekdays. Price almost Triples for the Weekend. Rooms Are Clean, Nice but Dated to the 90's. $100 Max Maybe $150 For the weekends NOT No $200+"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I've stayed here a couple times when visiting Cherokee. The rooms are nice and good sized. It is right across the street from the casino and easy to walk back and forth. Parking is no problem and a simple free breakfast."

Drama Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel. Quite and no problems"

Other attractions near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

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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Museum of the Cherokee Indian

8.8/10 (669 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of the Cherokee Indian during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint 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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A wooden building with a red roof and solar panels.

Cherokee Welcome Center

8.8/10 (351 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center during your stay in Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint 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 river flowing through a forest with a wooden bridge.

Oconaluftee Islands Park

8.8/10 (214 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Oconaluftee Islands Park, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos 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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Eastern Cherokee Agency

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

Eastern Cherokee Agency is just one of the places to see in Cherokee, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine?

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine is located in a family-friendly area of Cherokee known for its magnificent mountain views and top-notch casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine?

Adjacent to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine, Newfound Lodge on the river is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Great Smokies Inn Cherokee and Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine?

Study the collections at Oconaluftee Indian Village, Mountain Farm Museum, or Mingus Mill. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. Local parks like Oconaluftee Islands Park, Oconaluftee Visitor Center, and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine hotels

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

3. Bay Mountain Inn

4. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

5. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

6. Cherokee Grand Hotel

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

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

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

10. Rolling Hills Lodge

11. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

12. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

13. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

14. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

15. Newfound Lodge on the river

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

17. Drama Inn

18. Stony Creek Motel

19. McKinley Edwards Inn

20. Hotel Sylva

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Top Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine Hotel Reviews

Bay Mountain Inn

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Drama Inn

Other attractions near Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

Cherokee Welcome Center

Oconaluftee Indian Village

Oconaluftee Islands Park

Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Eastern Cherokee Agency

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