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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 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.

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Bella

₩100,092

₩115,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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

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.

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

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Deborah

₩83,341

₩95,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 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 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.

3. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Downtown Cherokee, 3.2 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Muzakkir

₩105,980

₩121,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a glass candle holder with a lit candle, and two leather chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor seating area with a covered patio, stone pillars, and a view of the parking lot.

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

4. Rolling Hills Lodge

Downtown Cherokee, 3.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Teresa

₩68,880

₩112,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 room with a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

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

Callie

₩94,072

₩108,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

A cabin interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a kitchen area with a stove, sink, and refrigerator.

A wooden cabin with a porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and potted plants.

A lodge with a covered porch, a red car, and a mountainous backdrop.

6. Stony Creek Motel

18.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Kim

₩109,313

₩121,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

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

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

7. McKinley Edwards Inn

16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jie

₩293,726

₩331,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

8. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jill

₩89,701

₩103,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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 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.

9. Hotel Sylva

17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Sheryl

₩153,034

₩183,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

10. Route 19 Inn

17.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Bill

₩143,291

₩159,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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

A small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

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

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

David

₩130,986

₩145,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

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

₩169,805

₩244,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 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.

13. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

16.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Margaret

₩130,973

₩147,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A bedroom with two beds, a chandelier, a painting, and a mirror.

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

A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Jarrett House' and a flag.

14. Jarrett House

16.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Heather

₩142,894

₩161,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a stove, and a refrigerator.

15. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Nikki

₩324,157

₩366,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

16. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Leigh

₩133,963

₩247,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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 bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a heater, and a window with curtains.

17. Cozy Bear Inn

19 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Jeffrey

₩123,650

₩137,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A spacious living area with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and a lifeguard station.

18. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

16.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

William

₩104,524

₩118,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

19. Two Rivers Lodge

10.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Dina

₩91,333

₩103,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

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

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

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

15.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Candace

₩107,170

₩121,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,819 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Rolling Hills Lodge	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	7.8 Good 300 reviews	View

Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Reasonably new property with friendly staff"

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was super nice 😊"

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was one of the best hotel experiences in a while. Very well maintained and clean facility. Very nice staff, parking, quiet and convenient. Comfortable bed and great shower. To top it off would be if they offered some kind of breakfast option."

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"

Bay Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Woukd stay again. Very clean and secure"

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

8/10 Good

"Bien pour le prix"

Drama Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel. Quite and no problems"

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 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. Rolling Hills Lodge

5. Newfound Lodge on the river

6. Stony Creek Motel

7. McKinley Edwards Inn

8. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

9. Hotel Sylva

10. Route 19 Inn

11. Jonathan Creek Inn

12. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

13. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

14. Jarrett House

15. Calhoun House Inn & Suites

16. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

17. Cozy Bear Inn

18. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

19. Two Rivers Lodge

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

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Top Oconaluftee Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Bay Mountain Inn

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

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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