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Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park

2.0 star property
Mountain motel within easy reach of Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Exterior
Free continental breakfast
Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Nestled near Harrahs Cherokee Casino, Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Connect to WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine, or unwind on outdoor furniture.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $71
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 River Rd., Highway US 19, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastern Cherokee Agency - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park puts you within a 10-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include continental breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Also known as

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Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
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Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park like?

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park is a short 12-minute walk from Museum of the Cherokee Indian and 2 minutes' walk from Oconaluftee Islands Park.

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a fresh and tasty continental breakfast. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

This is a no frills hotel but extremely clean. The desk clerks were very nice and the hotel is in a great location.
Jo, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

You get what you pay for - musty/stale smell in the room, lots of dust on surfaces, toilet flushed wonky. It was fine for a night but I wouldn't book again.
Brooks, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hostess was very friendly. Room was clean. Really enjoyed our weekend away
Lori, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay but wasn't a fan of the breakfast .
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, room clean and good continental breakfast. No complaints.
Ramona, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pros: Beds are comfortable, room clean, easy check in check out, staff welcoming Cons: would have liked sausage, eggs, or omelets for breakfast. Overall great place to stay, I would recommend.
Theresa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Energy is Awesome Here!

This is where we will always stay when we visit Cherokee. We loved the staff. We loved the proximity to the park. It was beautiful, comfortable, clean. And sincerely the staff there- every one of them are top notch people, very kind and personable and accommodating. The hotel is beautiful with gorgeous flower boxes everywhere and an exquisite view of the mountains and sky. This is a very special place. Thank you for our visit!!
Marielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Devin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed one night stay
Remi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This location is very centrally located and close to our family that we were visiting. The hotel is very clean, the bed was very comfortable and the front desk lady very friendly. I would highly recommend this hotel to others. We plan to return soon.
Marilyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, relaxing and peaceful. Enjoyed the lawn chairs in front of the room.
Harold, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Isolated from downtown nice and quiet
Lori, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok place. Quick visit type stay. Nothing glamorous. Overpriced for weekend but somewhat anticipated with the casino just 5 minute drive away. But love Cherokee the town and area. Beautiful place!
Chedta, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The view is excellent no micrwave
William, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was amazing…. Very good and clean. In a good location.
Wilfredo, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bed was hard, location was great. Not terrible but not great. If you want a cheap place I would definitely recommend it!
Ashley, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, clean, Tv signal was fuzzy
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Place was fine except for the room was especially humid, and there was no vent fan in the bathroom to help after showers so that just made it worse. Convenience to the casino and okay breakfast is the good.
Timothy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

close to everything
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean and comfortable. Easy access to everything I love in Cherokee. Very affordable. The staff were wonderful and accommodating. I actually prefer staying here over Harrah's - I don't need all the frills and fancy extra accomodations (pool, spa, expensive restaurants) that I won't use anyway.
Matthew, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Soso

The room was clean. The pillows were not fluffy or soft. The breakfast was ok,good variety,Toaster waffles bad. No catsup for sausage biskets
Dave, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms were about as expected. TV, refrigerator, desk/ Chair. Clean and comfortable. No microwave in room. Staff allowed us to heat leftovers in hotel dinette microwave. Bed was comfortable. Internet and cell service was available in the bedroom but not in the bathroom. Wanted to stay another night because so much to do in the area and the rate went up another $80 because it was the "weekend rate". Too tired to argue about it or do more looking. Would probably stay there again. Staff was very pleasant.

6/10 Good

Clean on the surface...I wouldn't stay again.

We prepaid through hotels.com for our room. The facility called us to make sure we were going to show up for our prepaid room starting at 5:00 at night. We couldn't answer the phone because there was no cell service. When asked about the phone call the facility said they were just checking on our ETA even though the offices open 24 hours???? When you arrive you have to sign a paper agreeing to a $250 fine if you smoke in the room. However when you go in the room it smells like a casino floor after midnight... Stale, musty, humid and like old smoke. Couldn't open the window because there was no screen and it was springtime so lots of bugs outside. Really really not good. I was embarrassed to have brought my mother there to stay. When I spoke to the gentleman at the front desk about the odor he said they can't control that people stand outside the rooms and smoke at all hours... The air conditioning had trouble cooling the room and did nothing for the humidity. Very poor water pressure in shower. Great handicapped safety bars in bathroom. The bed was uncomfortable enough that my mother had back pain for most of the next day. The construction of hotel is old so heavy bricks which means that the room was quiet even when the 20+ motorcycle group started up their Harleys early in the morning to leave. So that part was nice. Overall, I wouldn't stay again.
Leah or Bryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Cherokee. The staff were super nice, the rooms were very clean, and the location was perfect. It is the only hotel I stay at when I go to Cherokee once or twice a year.
Sapopa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are clean. The staff is great. Housekeeping are also great. Hotel is quite.
Valerie, 2-night trip