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Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

2.5 star property
Hotel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee

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Lobby
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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671 US 441 North Bypass, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee stay.Your stay at this Downtown Cherokee hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Cherokee Mountainside Theatre and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Hotel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A free area shuttle within 5 miles is available. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cherokee hotel.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1994
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cherokee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80.4672 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80.4672 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Quality Cherokee
Quality Inn Cherokee
Quality Hotel Cherokee
Cherokee Quality Inn
Quality Inn Cherokee Hotel
Quality Inn Cherokee Cherokee
Quality Inn Cherokee Hotel Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside to the airport?

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside is 56.6 mi (76-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside on Nov 16, 2025 start from $80.1, 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 Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside.

Does Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside offer free breakfast?

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside have a pool?

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside to downtown Cherokee?

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside is 0.6 mi away from Cherokee.

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 947 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 947 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 947 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 947 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 947 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
They only clean the rooms upon request. Fortunately we stayed only one night, Since it is on a reservation with a casino not the best family atmosphere, guy who checked us out was real helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

arlene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like having a free breakfast available. It is really the best thing about this property.They are starting to upgrade the rooms a litle.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The riverside view is very pretty and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very comfortable and staff was friendly. The breakfast was very good and pool was very nice. Great location! Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sallie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean great staff beautiful area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

From South Carolina to Cherokee, NC

It was pretty cool. Any hotel that offers free breakfast in the a.m. is plus for me and my fiancé. We visited here for the 1st time recently for my big brother birthday. Awesome I’d love to book again, the Casino resort was literally in walking distance. Beautiful place. Oh yeah and shout out to HOTELS.com man I greatly appreciate the awesome deals you all have. 5 STARS all across the board. Jovan Caldwell
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average stay

This was kind of an average place, a bit more expensive than it probably should’ve been. The pool area was nice and there was a river going through the back of the property. The hot breakfast was good. Our only real complaint was that there was a red stain on our sheet near the pillows that we noticed around midnight and chose to just cover up with a towel rather than asking for new sheets. However, whoever made the bed should’ve noticed it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

10/10 Excellent

MARSHA

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

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was reasonably priced, good for families and in a good location. Nice pool. It was clean but the property is a little worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

sheila k

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the location. nice to set on the balcony. breakfast was good and offered a good selection
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice staff. Quiet to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant summer weekend stay compared to some other quality inns. Didn’t have a great view with the balcony room they gave us but I see there were worse rooms to have in the main building that we were placed in. Staff was firm but polite overall, mentioning heavily that they are a smoke free property upon the check-in. Beautiful river. Property was bug free we were there. Was nice not to have flies or mosquitoes ect. being so close to the river and pool. Pool was clean and a nice temperature. Breakfast was decent. Many options, apples and bananas as the fruit served while we were there. Was pleasantly surprised housekeeping knocked on everyone’s doors (asking if they needed anything). Housekeeping staff caring to have that extra touch, was unexpected. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor air conditioning vent direction.

Bathroom door caught on tile floor. Hard to open. Door needs clearance. Air conditioner vent direct blew cold air on body when lying on bed. As the result, tried to block air by using pillows. Very uncomfortable night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timmothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always clean,nice rooms ,stayed here several times before
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demia

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

10/10 Excellent

Beverly, Salem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I dropped my leg pillow on the parking lot, not only did they find it, they put in a plastic bag (it had gotten soaked in a rain storm), and called us after we checked out. Fortunately, we weren't too far down the road. My sciatica appreciates all of you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was nice. But there was no microwave, which I didn't check first, but expected. And, I realize smoking is bad, but I always book a room with a balcony because I do not smoke indoors. But I do enjoy setting on a balcony and relaxing with a cigarette. We will not book this property again 😒
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and river view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quit and close to everything. There was still someone’s left over food in the fridge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025