Swain County Hotels with balcony

Wake up to the gentle sound of the river and step into a Cherokee stay that feels connected, easy, and rooted in its surroundings. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River invites travelers to slow down and enjoy a destination known for natural beauty, cultural heritage, and entertainment, all from a location that keeps you close to the experiences visitors seek when coming to the Smoky Mountains region. The riverside setting creates a relaxing sense of place while maintaining the convenience today’s travelers expect. The hotel offers popular on-site features that support both leisure and business travel, including free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and a 24-hour front desk that accommodates flexible schedules. These essential amenities allow guests to stay connected, arrive with ease, and move freely throughout their stay. The overall atmosphere is welcoming and practical, appealing to couples, families, and solo travelers looking for a straightforward and dependable place to stay in Cherokee. The location places guests near many of the area’s most recognized attractions. Explore the rich history and living culture of the region at the Cherokee Indian Reservation, Oconaluftee Indian Village, and the Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino is just a short drive away, offering gaming, dining, and live entertainment. Additional nearby experiences, including local shops, restaurants, and the Smoky Mountain Gold and Ruby Mine, provide easy opportunities to explore more of what makes Cherokee unique. For leisure travelers drawn to scenic landscapes, cultural discovery, and entertainment, and for business travelers who value convenience, accessibility, and location, SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River serves as a well-positioned home base. It delivers a locally connected stay that makes exploring Cherokee simple, comfortable, and memorable.

With a stay at Nantahala Cabins in Bryson City, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 2-minute drive from Nantahala River. This family-friendly cabin is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy recreational amenities such as a hot tub and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this cabin include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and an elevator. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park our Super 8 Cherokee hotel is conveniently located off U.S. Route 441 and within walking distance of prime hiking and fishing. The Oconaluftee Indian Village a replica 18th century community is just a few minutes away as is the Acquoni Expo Center which hosts an annual Cherokee Powwow. Whether you are visiting for business or leisure you will appreciate amenities like free breakfast every morning an onsite fitness center and our seasonal outdoor pool.

With a stay at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside in Cherokee (Downtown Cherokee), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama. This hotel is 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle that operates within 5 miles. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 121 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

With a stay at Newfound Lodge on the river in Cherokee (Downtown Cherokee), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 64 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

With a stay at Drama Inn in Cherokee (Downtown Cherokee), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 6 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This motel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cherokee Welcome Center. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. This motel also features a picnic area and a vending machine. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Located in Bryson City (Downtown Bryson City), Calhoun House Inn & Suites is a 4-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 5 minutes by foot from Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. This bed & breakfast is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Cherokee Welcome Center. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. A complimentary continental breakfast is included. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

When you stay at Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, you'll be on a river, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. This cabin is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Rivers End Restaurant serving guests of Nantahala Outdoor Center. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided.

Welcome to a dream vacation spot, where 5,000-foot peaks descend into deep, shaded gorges, crystal-clear trout streams become whitewater rivers, and cool breezes and fresh mountain air complement the breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains.Located in beautiful gated Smoky Mountain Country Club, this brand new luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, with 1,550 square feet and a full length view deck accessed from the great room and both bedrooms, provides an unparalleled vacation accommodation perfect for one couple, two couples, a family or a golfing group.CONDO FEATURESThis upper-level condo has 10’ ceilings in the bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen and a 17’ vaulted ceiling in the dining & great rooms. For maximum occupancy flexibility, the master bedroom features both a king bed and twin bed. The guest bedroom features both a queen bed and twin bed. The master bath contains a double vanity set in a granite countertop, corner whirlpool tub and fully-tiled shower. The guest bath has a granite countertop vanity and fully-tiled shower.The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, which include a gas range/oven, 25 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. The kitchen is fully-equipped, allowing you to cook any meals you desire to eat in. The spacious laundry room contains a washer and dryer, and an instant tankless hot water heater, so you’ll never run out of hot water during a shower or soak in the whirlpool tub.The dining & great rooms have hardwood floors, the bedrooms are carpeted and the kitchen and bathrooms have ceramic tile floors.A vaulted ceiling runs through the large dining room and great room, accented by a wall of stone rising from the gas fireplace to the ceiling.Large HD televisions are in the great room and both bedrooms. The condo is equipped with Wifi and central heat/air for your comfort and enjoyment.The large (50’ long) view deck features both covered and uncovered areas. A grill is provided on the deck, along with a table and chairs for outdoor enjoyment.No smoking or pets are allowed in this condo.Finally, this condo has a detached single-car garage.Property ManagerSmoky Mountain Country ClubGuests enjoy the convenience of our office being onsite for easy check-in and real-time communication if an issue arises unlike with other vacation rentals where the owner or property manager is no where around or hard to get in touch with on the phone. For after business hours, we provide guests with Emergency Contact info. You can count on SMCC to give you a top notch stay!SMOKY MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB AMENITIESGuests have full access to the community’s private recreational facilities, which include a swimming pool and outdoor whirlpool spa (both open seasonally, from approx. mid-April thru mid-October), two lighted newly resurfaced pickleball/tennis courts, newly remodeled men’s and women’s locker rooms with brand new dry saunas, and a newly remodeled fitness room! There is a fee to play the on-site 18-hole Smoky Mountain Country Club golf course (pro shop: 828-497-7622).ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONSLocated only 15 minutes away from Bryson City and Cherokee, NC, guests are never far from some of the area's best activities and attractions, including the Nantahala Outdoor Center, Harrah's Cherokee Casino and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.Local attractions and driving times include:Bryson CityGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad (Scenic Train Rides, the Polar Express®) - Approx. 8 miles, 12 minutes awaySmoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular- Drive Thru Light Show- Approx. 5 miles, 7 minutes awayDarnell Farms (Known for its Fruit Stand, Dream Whips, Hayrides, Pumpkin Patch, Playground) - Approx. 5.5 miles, 8 minutes awayThe Yard Ice Skating Rink- Approx. 8 miles, 12 minutes awayDeep Creek- Part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, (Tubing down the river, Picnic Tables & Grills, Nature Walks & Hikes including Waterfalls) Approx. 10 miles, 15 minutesCherokeeHarrahs Cherokee Casino – Approx. 9 miles, 14 minutesUnto These Hills Drama - Approx. 10 miles, 17 minutesOconaluftee Indian Village - Approx. 10 miles, 17 minutesWhittierSmoky Mountain River Adventures Rafting – Approx. 8 miles, 12 minutesUncle Bills Flea Market – Approx. 7 mi, 11 minutesNantahala GorgeNantahala Outdoor Center Rafting & Ziplining – Approx. 20 miles, 25 minutesWildwater Rafting, Ziplining, & Jeep Tours – Approx. 17 miles, 21 minutesMaggie ValleyCataloochee Ski Area (Skiing & Snowboarding) – Approx. 27 miles, 45 minutesAshevilleBiltmore Estate – Approx. 61 miles, 1 hourGatlinburgApprox. 43 miles, 1 hour 17 minutesAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Enjoy the cool creek side or cast a line for trout; sleep to the sounds of the rushing creek or a gentle rain from the metal roof. Our unique, rustic, and comfortable cabin is located outside of Bryson City - only a few miles from the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The ten-window, secluded, enclosed back porch invites you to relax as you watch the variety of birds while listening to the rushing mountain stream just 30 yards away. Enjoy sitting on the deck down on the river or roasting marshmallows at the creek side fire pit. This quaint, two-to-five person cabin consists of an eat-in kitchen, one bathroom, one-bedroom with a queen-size bed, and a very large, vaulted ceiling, cozy living room with original wide-pine flooring and wormy chestnut walls, flat screen 50" TV, a gas-log fireplace and comfy furniture. The TV includes Dish satellite, streaming capability (bring your login info) and wireless internet.*Please note that this cabin is not wheelchair/handicap friendly, as shown in the photo gallery; there are steps at both exterior entrances and three steps indoors leading to the bathroom and bedroom area.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.