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McKinley Edwards Inn

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

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Deluxe Cottage | Garden view
Porch
The Cattail Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationNantahala Brewing Company16 min walk
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)71 min drive

Room options

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Hummingbird | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Hummingbird

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cottage | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Deluxe Cottage

10/10 Exceptional
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Retreat | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

The Retreat

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The White Heron Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The White Heron Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Peony Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Peony Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Cattail Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Cattail Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Equestrian Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Equestrian Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The McKinley Edwards Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The McKinley Edwards Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Catalina (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Catalina (Pet Friendly)

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Morning Glory | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Morning Glory

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Carousel | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carousel

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

In Bryson City .You'll find Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Tuckasegee River within a 15-minute walk of this Bryson City lodge. The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians and Nantahala National Forest are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 14 min walk
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 min walk
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 15 min walk
  • Island Park - 16 min walk
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Mountain Layers Brewing Company - 12 min walk
  • Nantahala Brewing Brewpub - 19 min walk
  • Nate and Nick's - 14 min walk
  • Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - 11 min walk

About this property

McKinley Edwards Inn

Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly McKinley Edwards Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bryson City lodge.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
McKinley Edwards Inn offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 70 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Property 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge
McKinley Edwards Inn Bryson City
McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge Bryson City

Frequently asked questions

How close is McKinley Edwards Inn to the airport?

McKinley Edwards Inn is 83.7 mi (136-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at McKinley Edwards Inn?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McKinley Edwards Inn on May 23, 2024 start from $189.0, excluding 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.

Does McKinley Edwards Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at McKinley Edwards Inn.

Does McKinley Edwards Inn offer free breakfast?

McKinley Edwards Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at McKinley Edwards Inn?

No, there is no casino at this lodge, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at McKinley Edwards Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at McKinley Edwards Inn?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does McKinley Edwards Inn have a pool?

McKinley Edwards Inn does not have a pool.

Does McKinley Edwards Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is McKinley Edwards Inn to downtown Bryson City?

McKinley Edwards Inn is 0.6 mi away from Bryson City.

McKinley Edwards Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s country flavor, open fire pit, sitting area and convenience to Bryson.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
John Mark is very kind and he takes well care of all guests. The breakfast is delicious, home-made prepared. On our trip we stayed in 4 hotels and this one was the best of all at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this point bed-and-breakfast! Everything about it was fabulous! We will definitely be back every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The common areas were clean and cozy. However the room we booked was adequate but it was an add on and not in the inn and was nothing special. The kicker was the shower went cold after a few seconds and never warmed back up! A cold shower is unacceptable! We tried to call the office but they didn't answer. Next morning the lady in the office's response was "talk to him." His explanation was they over inhabited some of the rooms and the water heater couldn't handle it. That didn't help me. Breakfast was good and lady in the kitchen was friendly and helpful. But I would not book this "inn"'again nor recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Had an excellent stay. Would certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never received a more warm welcome than when I walked in to check in. The property is a little old and could use minor patchwork here and there, but the entire place emanates the love put in to it. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and decorated nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and owners. Loved the common spaces which were beautifully decorated for Christmas. Breakfast was delightful and the kids LOVED the waffles.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neely

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The McKinley-Edwards Inn was so so cute!! What a cool spot. We stayed after the Polar Express. Dog friendly, we brought our 2 pugs with us :). Breakfast was AMAZING.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keara

Traveled with family
Beautiful property, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Carlette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not for elderly or people with trouble walking
It’s a very pretty area, the bed is super comfortable. However, if you are going to relax in the morning it’s hard to do it’s very noisy. Also, for elderly or anyone that has slight trouble walking it is very very difficult to walk around. Definitely not handicap accessible!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023