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Drama Inn

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Front of property
Signature Room | Living area
Signature Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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
The current price is $89
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

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
Iron/ironing board
Located on the top floor
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

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
Iron/ironing board
Located on the ground floor
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

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

View all photos for Signature Double Room

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

View all photos for Signature Room

Signature Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
462 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Drama Inn

When you stay at Drama Inn, you'll be 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
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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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Reviews

Drama Inn Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
River
Service staff
Location
Bed
View
Companies
Booking
Shower
Car

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place
Kristina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel is old but maintained. Friendly staff excellent location. Love that is dog friendly
Wayne, 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

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so nice. We brought our dog for her first trip to the mountains to hike with the family and this was the perfect stay right by the river and very relaxing.
Taylor, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible condition. Water leaked in from the bathroom ceiling. The beds were so old and worn they had big divits in them.
Guy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Older, dated rooms located on the RIVER, and across from the Cherokee Veteran's Park and the Council House (Tribal Headquarters). Nice location!
Christian, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bed wasn't comfortable. Room was very nice.
Dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

John at the desk was extremely helpful upon check in. The hotel is old but in great condition for its age, lovely views of the river and quiet except for trucks first thing in the morning. Middle of everywhere you would wish to go. Very reasonably priced
Gwyneth, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very Very close to main road,all night as the cars would turn the curve head lights and tail light would shine into the room. Need black out curtains and another blanket and it would be wonderful.
Ronald, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Pool was closed it was dirty and the bed broke in the middle of night and I Landon the floor
Tony, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

For the price i paid the room was old and worn out. Hot water lasted for about 10 minutes. They advertise a jetted tub how are you suppose to fill it? The place is dated and run down. Blinds were broken and heat barely worked from an outside unit. Will not stay ever again.
Herbert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The river and ducks are priceless and the staff are the nicest people I’ve ever experienced in a hotel the only problem I had was with bathroom and also I didn’t have a fridge but it’s alright if you have a cooler. I’ll give it a 8/10
Timothy, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Property is outdated and in need of repairs
Clifton, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Smells

The decor was dated but cute. The thing that was overwhelming was the smell when the door was open. There was an over powering musty, moldy smell. The bathroom floor was dirty. My brother-in-law and grandson started itching, so we didn't stay and headed home.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Let down

Room was suppose to be water view was moved into a parking lot view. Also, heat/ac didn't work. Smoke free room had ashtray. Bloody bandage on covers.
Cindy, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst place to stay

Pool was closed...I was on the second Floor. Sheets were dirty. No hot water to take a Shower...the tile in bathroom stuck to my foot. Bathroom area looked like blood on wall. Ice in a room with no light. The beside dirty sheets Need new mattress springs hitting your back. Horrible place stay.
Debbie, 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

Well this is the truth. Upon arrival the woman behind the counter acked as thou I wasn't even there. After about 30 seconds l let her know that I was standing there and she then finally acknowledged that I was standing there. I found this very disrespectful. Finally got my room and went upstairs and opened the door. The room smelt like dirty carpet and was very outdated. The beds were very uncomfortable as were the pillows. The only positive thing that I could say was the view of the river from the balcony. This hotel is very outdated and obviously not well maintained. Both myself and my wife would not stay at this hotel again. Would not recommend.Woke up with a terrible backache and maybe got four hours of sleep.
Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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

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