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Drama Inn

2.0 star property
Riverside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, near Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Signature Room | Balcony view
Reception
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb

Explore the area

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462 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cherokee Welcome Center
    ‪2 min walk‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

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

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Signature Room

Signature Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Hairdryer
Stovetop
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Cherokee

At Drama Inn you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Highlights at this motel include in-room balconies. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a vending machine. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Downtown Cherokee motel, you'll be 18.3 km (11.4 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
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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
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville 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
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Drama Inn

Riverside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, near Harrahs Cherokee Casino
As a guest of Drama Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cherokee motel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Drama Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and microwaves can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Drama Inn?

Drama Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Drama Inn?

As of 11 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drama Inn on 12 Feb 2026 start from NZ$169.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Drama Inn?

Yep, Drama Inn has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Drama Inn have a pool?

Drama Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drama Inn?

No, Drama Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drama Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drama Inn?

Furry friends are welcome at Drama Inn, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet.

Drama Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 377 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, my dogs are welcome no fee, convenient to shopping and dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but nice place right on the river. We had a river view room, nice deck. Good time, we'll stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mardi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is the 2nd time we have stayed here. We like that it is on the river and in the park. Last time we stayed it has July 2024 and hot. We enjoyed it more when we could swim in the river and walk around the park at night. This visit was late October and cold. In the winter months a nice widow view would be better than a deck. It was wonderful staying in warm weather. Great staff as always!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Betty

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A place to sleep,not up to date no plug ends in rooms nothing near the beds. Needs remodeling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poorly maintained. Loose toilet seat. Shower spout was not even the proper size. Towels are very thin. Had to use a towel as a mat. Air conditioning limited to low. Doors are improper fits. Broken loose tile in the bathroom. Receptacles are behind the bed. We had to move the beds out to be able to plug our cpaps. It’s sad to see the property poorly maintained. It reflects badly on Cherokee.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
John was helpful and friendly at checkin. The room was very clean and adequately stocked. The property is showing its age a bit but was exactly what I’d expected. Good stay for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

TOMMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Sevierville

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel to stay! Willbe back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Javad

Travelled with family
The heater fun was broken. Office was closed most of the time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Staci

Out side was wonderful! Room was dated & smelled of mildew, toilet was like sitting on a rocking chair & the shower was patched very poorly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dina

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It needs remodeling. Wall outlets didn’t work. Queen mattress in king frame. Holes in walls. Paneling bowed because it leaks. Lady at front desk was beyond rude. We had to ask the towels and she fussed about it. The microwave smelled like something died in it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a wonderful river view and close to everything Very kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The View was amazing! Everything else was nasty! The roof was caving in. There were stink bugs all in the room. There were cockroaches in the room. The shower head was coming out of the wall.
Beautiful view
Stink bug
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the property, very convenient to shopping and dining, clean, quiet, balcony overlooking the river. I didn't like the stairs, they need to upgrade their beds and pillows, overall loved my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was recommended by someone. I knew it was going to be somewhat outdated from the reviews so I was ok with that but the beds were horrible you could feel the springs. You had a fitted sheet on the bed and a thin scratchy blanket to cover with. We had to let the water run for 10 min to get hot water to shower. I would never stay here again luckily we spent most our time out the first day. The second day the inn and surrounding area lost power for most of the day. We left a day early because we just couldn’t do another night there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Manuela

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hengli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice river view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025