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Drama Inn

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

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Surrounded by the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Drama Inn offers a convenient stay with free WiFi in public areas. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions with tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
$89 nightly
The total price is $99
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 288 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 300 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the ground floor
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Signature Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Hair dryer
Freezer
  • 403 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
462 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastern Cherokee Agency - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 73 min drive
  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Drama Inn

Drama Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (2 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Fishing

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires an advance deposit for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Also known as

Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn
Drama Cherokee
Drama Hotel Cherokee
Drama Motel Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel
Drama Inn Cherokee
Drama Inn Motel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Does Drama Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drama Inn 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.

Is there a pool at Drama Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Drama Inn?

Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Drama Inn?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drama Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Drama Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Drama Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Does Drama Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Drama Inn like?

Drama Inn is located by the river in Downtown Cherokee, a short 2-minute walk from Museum of the Cherokee Indian and 11 minutes' walk from Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine.

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Drama Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
River
Service staff
Location
Bed
View
Booking
Companies
Shower
Bathtub

Reviews

6/10 Good

Staff was very nice while this is an older inn the rooms were clean but outside did not look very good but inside it looked good.
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the real actual KEY to get into room, hotel feels like a comfy home style, people very nice, thanks
Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice river view
Hengli, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Out side was wonderful! Room was dated & smelled of mildew, toilet was like sitting on a rocking chair & the shower was patched very poorly.
Staci, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was nice and relaxing
Becky, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Love the river
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The access to river has always been my favorite thing about this hotel. Thats why we keep coming back
Nichalene, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The heater fun was broken. Office was closed most of the time
Javad, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great setting
Giles, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok

Ahh, it was ok. The lady running the check in was awesome! She done an excellent job. Sadly, after that, things went south. I had the job of getting an 80yr old woman to the second floor without the assistance of an elevator. No big deal if I had been forwarded.
Robert, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Great view of the river
Sandra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good

Everything was great except for the bed. It was a little too firm for my preference. And the air conditioning only has one setting.
Mitchell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sitting on the upstairs deck and listening to the kids play during the day or quiet evening time in the rocking chairs
Lillian, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Tear it down
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Relaxing by the river

I have stayed at the Drama Inn twice and both times it was nice and close to everything... Sitting by the river was very relaxing and peaceful
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is placed very well by the river, quite and very comfortable, it brings you back in time. Very good for relaxing and disconnecting for a couple of days. Walking distance to shops and museums in the area. the host was very cordial and polite. We enjoyed our girls weekend very much and this hotel did not disappoint.
Elianna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would stay again.
Bradley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place right on the river, friendly staff. I'll be back!
Bobbie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

View off balcony over creek was beautiful. Beds need replaced, lumpy.
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location on the river and easy to walk to local attractions.
Heather, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Desperately needs TLC

Lovely view. Balcony was nasty...spider webs, trees that had been trimmed was not picked up, left dying on the bank and in the river. Sorry I will not stay again
Joy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Beautiful area and views
Randi, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Drama Inn provided un-welcomed drama at check-in. The staff person said she didn't have the room type I reserved. She offered me a smoking room. I could not accept because of health concerns. I was offered a room upstairs with smaller beds. I asked if I would get a discount. She rudely said "we don't do discounts". I expressed my dissatisfaction with the lack of good customer service. The staff person glared at me with an evil stare. Nonetheless, I didn't give up on my request for being treated right and eventually a room was found to accommodate me. Overall, the place has a great price but good customer service shouldn't cost extra. Neither should a decent pillow. Between the old spring bed and the cheap pillows, I got little to no sleep. I did love the huge, deep bathtub for a good hot soak. Too bad the shower head leaked in my face while I was bathing though.
Timothy, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Location convenient but had a moldy smell and had to leave because of bed bugs on both beds headboards pillows and sheets
Donna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Where’s my room?

I booked a room on Hotels.com. When I got to the hotel there were no rooms available. The desk clerk said she didn’t know how I was able to book a room. They had none available.
Kimberly, 1-night trip