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Rivers Edge
Chalet | Dining room

Rivers Edge

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Wonderful stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. The house was very clean, communication was excellent, well equipped with small appliances. It even had an iron, which was appreciated for my husband's dress shirt. "
Rivers Edge
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Lobby sitting area

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1768)
"It was nice and great rates, would stay again"
The price is ￥21,894
￥24,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
10 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2995)
"Great place to stay! We had a blast!!"
The price is ￥8,669
￥15,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Property grounds

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Lovely place. Would stay here again!"
The price is ￥17,633
￥19,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
The Valley Inn
Basic Room, 1 King Bed | Water view

The Valley Inn

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (53)
"I love this little inn, very quiet with a nice creek in the back. "
The Valley Inn
Rolling Hills Lodge
Front of property

Rolling Hills Lodge

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great stay for the price! "
The price is ￥7,401
￥11,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rolling Hills Lodge
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cherokee Grand Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1058)
"had a great stay will come back for sure"
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
Panoramic Cabin, Private Bathroom, Mountain View (Raccoon Run) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (201)
"Overall great place to stay and convenient to local attractions"
The price is ￥15,721
￥26,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Front of property

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (601)
"Great stay. Would stay there again "
The price is ￥14,969
￥16,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Smoky Falls Lodge
Hallway

Smoky Falls Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Absolutely loved this property, band ended at 10 pm, covered bike parking, covered seating and our group was able to sit outside even in the rain "
Smoky Falls Lodge
Drama Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Drama Inn

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (343)
"I like the real actual KEY to get into room, hotel feels like a comfy home style, people very nice, thanks"
The price is ￥13,078
￥14,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Drama Inn
Outpost Inn
Porch

Outpost Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277)
"Great property cozy rooms excellent location Friendly staff Only complaint-put a sitting chair in the room Didn’t really use the typewriter!!!"
The price is ￥21,042
￥24,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Outpost Inn
Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Enjoyed our stay"
The price is ￥10,609
￥11,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rodeway Inn & Suites Cherokee On the River
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
Seasonal outdoor pool

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Nice hotel for the price."
The price is ￥11,608
￥13,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
Trailborn Highlands
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Trailborn Highlands

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179)
"Great place to stay while in the Highlands. Staff was great and the place was extremely clean and quiet. "
The price is ￥22,482
￥24,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Trailborn Highlands
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
Lobby

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location, speedy check in process"
The price is ￥8,922
￥10,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (873)
"Comfortable beds , nice and quiet, staff very nice "
The price is ￥9,548
￥10,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Travelowe's Motel
Seasonal outdoor pool

Travelowe's Motel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (351)
"Owner is extremely nice and always available to make sure we were always happy with our stay. I highly recommend this motel if in the area. "
The price is ￥9,368
￥10,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Travelowe's Motel
Brook Trout Inn
Fireplace

Brook Trout Inn

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (532)
"Perfect family spot for pet owners!"
The price is ￥22,467
￥25,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Brook Trout Inn
Dillard House
Exterior

Dillard House

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Clean and very polite staff. "
The price is ￥14,952
￥18,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Dillard House
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Check out pet-friendly hotels in Cullowhee

Holly Hideaway, Cozy Yurt, Pet Friendly, and Trails!
Property grounds

Holly Hideaway, Cozy Yurt, Pet Friendly, and Trails!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
The price is ￥11,021
￥25,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Holly Hideaway, Cozy Yurt, Pet Friendly, and Trails!

Family-friendly hotels in Cullowhee you'll enjoy

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!
Dining

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
The price is ￥24,994
￥89,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!

Hotels with a hot tub in Cullowhee may fit your trip

Charming 3BR Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Fire Pit Near WCU
Dining

Charming 3BR Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Fire Pit Near WCU

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
The price is ￥23,363
￥61,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Charming 3BR Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Fire Pit Near WCU
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Cullowhee

Find the best Cullowhee areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cullowhee
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When in Summer Hill, you can plan a visit to Lake Glenville and Old Edwards Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, this college town offers scenic hiking trails and outdoor adventures. Explore Western Carolina University's campus or take a refreshing dip in nearby Lake Glenville's crystal-clear waters.

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Top Cullowhee Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Easy access to the Casino and most attractions in the Cherokee area"
Arnold 2-night trip
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Cullowhee?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort, located 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from the heart of Cullowhee, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Great Smokies Inn Cherokee and Cherokee Grand Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cullowhee.

What's the top vacation rental that Cullowhee has to offer?

Springdale Resort: Visitors like this Cullowhee vacation home rental. It is located in the mountains and has a private yard, a hot tub, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop, and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in Cullowhee.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cullowhee, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cullowhee.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cullowhee?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Cullowhee, head over to our customer service page.

Where is the best hotel to stay with easy access to Western Carolina University?

The University Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Western Carolina University. Another good choice is Sundrops on Caney Fork, located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

What are some hotels with pools in Cullowhee?

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort: Hotel, 4-minute walk from Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Features a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and 10 restaurants. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee and Cherokee Grand Hotel are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Cullowhee.

What's the best place to stay near McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport is a popular hotel, featuring free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from McGhee Tyson Airport. Other good options within close proximity to the airport include Hilton Knoxville Airport and Comfort Suites Airport.

What is staying in Cullowhee like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Cullowhee has to offer including the university setting, mountain views, and football games. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its restaurants. A top sight in the area is Harrahs Cherokee Casino. In Cullowhee, there are 137 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Cullowhee.

What are the top places to visit in Cullowhee?

Natural beauty is on display at Tuckasegee River, Lake Glenville, and Pisgah National Forest. Additionally, you'll find Harrahs Cherokee Casino in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Cullowhee guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Cullowhee?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Cullowhee is 61 inches.