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Drama Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Signature Room | Balcony view
Reception
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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 | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

  • 288 sq ft
  • 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

  • 300 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Signature Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Signature Room

  • 403 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee stay.Your stay at this Downtown Cherokee motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Cherokee Welcome Center and Oconaluftee Islands Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cherokee Mountainside Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson 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
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Drama Inn

Motel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee
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 feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • 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, 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
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, 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. 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 each accommodation.

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.

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

How close is Drama Inn to the airport?

Drama Inn is 71.9 mi (124-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 Drama Inn?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drama Inn on Jan 12, 2026 start from $89.0, 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 Drama Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Drama Inn.

Does Drama Inn offer free breakfast?

Drama Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Drama Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Drama Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Drama Inn?

Free parking is not available at this motel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does Drama Inn have a pool?

Drama Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Drama Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Drama Inn to downtown Cherokee?

Drama Inn is 0.4 mi away from Cherokee.

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

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the balcony over the river!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Betsy

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

6/10 Okay

Javad

Traveled 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

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
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

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tear it down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

derrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
I like the real actual KEY to get into room, hotel feels like a comfy home style, people very nice, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bradford J.

Traveled with family

Dirty room, dirty pool, dirty everything

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dead bolt was busted on the door, room was not clean, bed was not made and had dirty sheets. Floor was not vacuumed. Bathroom was not cleaned. Toilet was nasty. Tub had rust in it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025