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Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

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

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Free continental breakfast - Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park (Cherokee)
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park (Cherokee)
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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park (Cherokee)
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
$68 nightly
The total price is $78
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

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
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Exterior
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
  • Pool
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  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,063 reviews
$67 nightly
The price is $75
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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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
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 3 min drive - 2.1 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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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)
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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
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • 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

Econo Lodge Cherokee
Econo Lodge Hotel Cherokee
Econo Lodge Motel Cherokee
Econo Lodge
Econo Cherokee Near River Park
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park Motel
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park Cherokee
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park Motel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island 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 Island Park?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park is a short 12-minute walk from Museum of the Cherokee Indian and 19 minutes' walk from Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama.

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Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

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

10/10 Exceptional

Well satisfied, family visit for Thanksgiving.
Alice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were so happy to see a spotless room. The employees were super accommodating and very nice.
Susan, 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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very safe Very convenient
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast
Sonia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The beds were comfy and it was great having three beds in the room. The only drawback was the WiFi was nonexistent. We stayed two nights and it wasn’t too big a problem but If you are someone who needs WiFi this may not be the place for you.
Julia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Wonderfull hotel, Great beds, Nice looking, clean and comfy, perfect service. Will come back.. Was all we wished for.
Marleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location to downtown
Terry, 3-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

It was a very nice place
Laurie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was polite and knowledgeable of the surrounding area and helped directing us ro sights. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

I felt it was extremely well kept with pleasant staff would stay there again
Dennis, 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

It was a clean, quaint place to be.
Becky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing room for an affordable price! The location was right in Cherokee and the staff was great! Will definitely stay here again :)
Kyla, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly A/C was very loud
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access and the hotel staff were great! No complaints at all.
Zach A., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Will, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is very warm and family friendly. I recommend to everybody.
Bhisma, 1-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

6/10 Good

The room was clean but smelled musty. The a/c unit was too high to reach without standing on a chair that felt unsafe. Very clean and close to eating/shopping.
Emily, 1-night trip