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Bay Mountain Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Cherokee

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Front of property
Reception
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
1 Queen Bed, Disability Access | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1455 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Queen Bed, Disability Access | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

1 Queen Bed, Disability Access

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

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LED TV

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee stay.Your stay at this Downtown Cherokee hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrahs Cherokee Casino. Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine and Oconaluftee Islands Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Oconaluftee Indian Village - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Bay Mountain Inn

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Cherokee
As a guest of Bay Mountain Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and express check-out. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Bay Mountain Inn also features RV/bus/truck parking and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Cherokee hotel is smoke free.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Bay Mountain Inn offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Cherokee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 01 and close October 11.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Mountain Inn to the airport?

Bay Mountain Inn is 57.4 mi (78-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 Bay Mountain Inn?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Mountain Inn on Oct 29, 2025 start from $63.49, 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 Bay Mountain Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Mountain Inn.

Does Bay Mountain Inn offer free breakfast?

Bay Mountain Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Mountain Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bay Mountain Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Mountain Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Mountain Inn have a pool?

Bay Mountain Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Bay Mountain Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bay Mountain Inn to downtown Cherokee?

Bay Mountain Inn is 1.5 mi away from Cherokee.

Bay Mountain Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1017 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

In town for the railroad.

The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was clean. The continental breakfast offered waffles, pastries, toast and cereal. We were in town for the Smoky Mountain Railroad in Bryson City, which is about 20 minutes away. The hotel was a good value and its location fit our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was quiet and parking was ample and close to the entrance. Checkin was quick and easy. Nice place!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Ebonie

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

Great Value…No complaints

Clean and quiet. We were on the first floor and didn’t hear a peep all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David, Dorchester

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was alright. Except the commode and coffee make still had coffee pack in it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, fridge and microwave. Ample continental breakfast, friendly staff, convenient location. And three elk outside my window in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was clean and quiet. Could definitely use some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean and the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry

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

10/10 Excellent

sherry

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

8/10 Good

Missy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was older hotel but it was clean and fairly reasonable rates. The staff were very nice and helpful. The only issue was the toilet was wobbly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Love My Bay!

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Bay Mountain Inn. Every time I attend the annual Cherokee Powwow, I book this hotel. The staff is friendly, professional, helpful, and available. The establishment and room were spotless and comfortable. It is conveniently located next to the old Cherokee High School where the powwow event is held. This is my second year coming to the powwow, and when I return next year, guess where I'm staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GWENDOLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I prefer Bay Mountain Inn over all Hotels in the Cherokee, NC area. The hotel is just in the right location. I went to Relax, total Peace and Quiet, I had a 4-night stay, I slept really well, totally Rejuvenated. The staff was observant to the "Do Not Disturb" sign that hung on the doorknob for days while being aware that I was doing just fine being locked in my room. I really should visit more often. Beautiful Mountains Sides and Bay Mountain Inn. Cleanliness is Over-the-Top!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark W

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Could be worse but def last time I stay here

Have stayed here for years but this will be the last time. It’s gone downhill as far as cleanliness and is extremely dated. Calling to double check we’re coming and asking what time we’ll check in is a bit annoying when I’m on vacation and don’t have an exact answer. It’s already paid for so what does it matter? The broken A/C unit coupled with stains on the floor immediately upon walking in the room were a deal breaker (ridiculously slow check in for no apparent reason) Especially considering the place was empty and that’s the room I get?! It was never the nicest place but was acceptable. I’ll be finding different accommodations next time The reviews that have this place rated higher than a nearby Holiday Inn Express are questionable at best
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me and my gf came up for my bday weekend. This hotel was sorta in the middle of every attractions and places to eat. We really enjoyed our stay and will be booking here again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Quiet. Right next to smokey mountains park.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and very professional and the room was very clean and the beds where super comfortable personal was very friendly and willing to help if anything happened we did not have no problems we will be back by October again very centrally to town
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025