Top Hotels Near Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Cherokee from NZ$108

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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, (1920)
"Excellent place to stay Not fancy but clean "
United States
Mike
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

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, (1005)
"Clean comfortable homey fill. Staff is very polite, kind and considerate . They go above and beyond to make the stay great. Would highly recommend "
United States
teresa
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Bay Mountain Inn

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, (971)
"Best value for money in the area."
United States
Atsmon
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 2.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (155)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
Janice
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Newfound Lodge on the river

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Everything was amazing "
United States
calwood
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (325)
"Super friendly staff and the accommodations where top notch!"
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
McKinley Edwards Inn

Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Calhoun House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Great property "
United States
Marian
The price is NZ$436
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Calhoun House Inn & Suites

Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
17.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155)
"Nice rooms, great stay close to restaurants and shops."
United States
Anne
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
Hotel Sylva

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786)
"Great stay"
United States
Dean
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
2.0 star property
18.6 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Super nice staff and the room on the creek was wonderful, warm and welcoming ❤️"
United States
Christina
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
3.0 star property
18.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224)
"Awesome "
United States
Bryant
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"We had a great experience at Sleep Inn the price was great, rooms were clean, staff was welcoming and helpful!!!"
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Clean room wonderful pool comfortable breakfast room good food"
United States
Todd
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 4.3 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (865)
"This was my second time staying there. The staff is always great "
United States
Meredith
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1153)
"Great staff and room"
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
4.0 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3115)
"Always enjoy staying here!"
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
2.5 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Clean room and good coffee and breakfast "
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean and accommodating for s very late check in. "
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

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, (1064)
"Friendly staff and excellent stay."
United States
Chiqutia
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
2.5 star property
5 km from Oconaluftee Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Love staying here "
United States
Hayden
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Oconaluftee Visitor Center is located in Cherokee. Travellers love the area for its magnificent mountain views, hiking and first-class casinos. You'll find 69 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is 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 traveller 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 – A Caesars Rewards Destination and Newfound Lodge on the river.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Oconaluftee Visitor Center?
Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodation options 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
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.