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Our top choices for Cherokee family-friendly hotels

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.
A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.
A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

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

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Cherokee
₩58,870
₩120,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced area, surrounded by buildings and trees.
A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A modern bathroom with a dark wood vanity, white sink, and a large mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a shower, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

2. Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Cherokee
₩102,921
₩118,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cherokee Grand Hotel
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a shower area.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and two lamps.
A fitness center with treadmills, an elliptical, and a TV screen.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
  • Splash into mountain memories with a family-friendly pool, river park steps away, and thoughtful amenities in the heart of Cherokee.
₩92,776
₩106,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
A pool area with a white fence, a red lifeguard chair, and a building with balconies in the background.
A stone building with a wooden deck and a tree in the foreground.
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 rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.

4. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
₩123,102
₩141,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and towel rack.
A reception area with a stone counter, framed pictures, and a potted plant.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
Cherokee
₩102,793
₩118,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.
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.

6. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
Downtown Cherokee
₩111,005
₩127,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
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 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.

7. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Downtown Cherokee
₩93,058
₩107,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower curtain, and a towel rack.
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.

8. Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
Downtown Cherokee
₩87,028
₩100,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Bay Mountain Inn
A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A balcony with a view of a river and forest, and two Adirondack chairs.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

9. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Dillsboro
  • Riverside family haven with an inviting indoor pool, hot tub, and serene mountain views creates an ideal escape for all ages.
₩141,630
₩160,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.
A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
Sylva
  • Discover a family retreat in Sylva with premium TV, complimentary breakfast, and an indoor pool—a mountain getaway kids adore.
₩151,978
₩171,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Cherokee

Breakfast included
Pool
4 stars
All-inclusive
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Cherokee

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.
A black van with the logo and name of Cherokee Grand Hotel, indicating it is a service vehicle for reservations.

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Cherokee
₩102,921
₩118,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cherokee Grand Hotel
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 hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and two lamps.
A swimming pool with a small building in the background, surrounded by trees.

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
₩92,776
₩106,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.
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.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
Cherokee
₩102,793
₩118,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
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 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.

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Downtown Cherokee
₩93,058
₩107,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
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 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.

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
Downtown Cherokee
₩111,005
₩127,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
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.
Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and green throw blankets. There are framed botanical prints on the walls.

Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
Downtown Cherokee
₩87,028
₩100,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Bay Mountain Inn
A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.
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.

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Dillsboro
₩141,630
₩160,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.
A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
Sylva
₩151,978
₩171,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a granite counter, a plant, and a snack shelf.
A restaurant with a counter, chairs, and a buffet area.

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
Maggie Valley
₩93,936
₩104,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.
A sign for Balsam Mountain Inn with a logo of a mountain and a pine tree.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn
Balsam
₩111,911
₩126,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Balsam Mountain Inn
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Cherokee

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.
A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.
A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Cherokee
₩58,870
₩120,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.
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.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
Cherokee
₩102,793
₩118,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
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 rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
₩123,102
₩141,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
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 hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and two lamps.
A swimming pool with a small building in the background, surrounded by trees.

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee
₩92,776
₩106,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.
A black van with the logo and name of Cherokee Grand Hotel, indicating it is a service vehicle for reservations.

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Cherokee
₩102,921
₩118,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cherokee Grand Hotel
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 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.

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
Downtown Cherokee
₩111,005
₩127,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
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.
Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and green throw blankets. There are framed botanical prints on the walls.

Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
Downtown Cherokee
₩87,028
₩100,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Bay Mountain Inn
A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.
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.

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Dillsboro
₩141,630
₩160,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a granite counter, a plant, and a snack shelf.
A restaurant with a counter, chairs, and a buffet area.

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
Maggie Valley
₩93,936
₩104,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, tiled floor, and seating area.
A glass-enclosed pool area with lounge chairs, a diving board, and a view of the outside.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, two ottomans, a coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Maggie Valley
₩105,694
₩117,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park
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Top Cherokee Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing view"
Estivalis 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Clarion Pointe Cherokee

Clarion Pointe Cherokee

10/10 Excellent
"Clean quiet stay"
Shacolby 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Clarion Pointe Cherokee
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

8/10 Good
"Property clean and no issues. If you get a room on back of building there’s a gray house back there with an old peeping tom. Keep your curtains drawn, he just come by and stops in his truck and stares, creepy"
Brunetta 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Clean room. Helpful staff."
Joseph 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

8/10 Good
"Building was under renovation, so I can't blame the hotel for the conditions."
Douglas 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel

8/10 Good
"Price was good"
WESLEY 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

10/10 Excellent
"The check-in lady was very friendly and helpful, the room was clean as well as the other parts of the hotel that I saw, across the street from the casino, and the breakfast and other staff were about as nice as you could want. we would not hesitate to stay there again."
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I had a great stay for two nights. I was visiting for concert at the casino across the street. It was super convenient and there was quite a few things to see that were walking distance. Clean room and very friendly staff. The breakfast was really good - such a great inclusion for the stay. Free parking in the lot made things easy after a long drive."
Sabrina 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

10/10 Excellent
"The young lady at the front desk was amazing. Offered to let me park my motorcycle under the front awning so it would be in the shade. This was our first time staying in Cherokee, usually stay around Townsend or Tellico Plains Tennessee but we will 100% be back next time we travel down that way. Nice quiet location away from the main strip, but close enough that we could walk to a few places."
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

What's Cherokee like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Cherokee is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The entertainment, beautiful waterfalls, and museums are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Arrange a flight into McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is located 43.9 mi (70.6 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation for a family vacation to Cherokee?
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination is a hotel with an indoor pool and 12 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee is another choice for your family trip.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Cherokee?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Cherokee is 61 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Cherokee?
While you are vacationing in Cherokee, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Museum of the Cherokee Indian. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

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