See all properties

McKinley Edwards Inn

Property class: 3
3-star lodge near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for McKinley Edwards Inn

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and a flat-screen TV.
A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a metal fence.
A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.
A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly)

A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door.

The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly)

A living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a blue armchair, a gray sofa, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The Retreat

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a door, and a brick wall.

The Retreat

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

View all photos for Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wooden floor.

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Carousel

A four-poster bed with a quilt, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Carousel

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bryson City

In Bryson City .Stay at this Bryson City lodge and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 6 miles (10 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Fontana Lake is within 9 miles (15 km) and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama is within 12 miles (20 km).
View more Lodges in Bryson CityOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Wild Fern - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Island Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

McKinley Edwards Inn

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 McKinley Edwards Inn. Self parking is free.

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

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (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 2 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. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

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.

Similar properties

Business center
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
Bryson City
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,004 reviews
$88 nightly
The price is $100
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

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

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

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

Early check-in fee: USD 25

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and noon

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (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 15.0 per night.

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 (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and noon
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
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
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 smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the 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 Sep 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McKinley Edwards Inn on Sep 18, 2026 start from $217, 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.

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. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

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. 298 out of 347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 347 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Mckinley Edwards Inn was amazing! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful peaceful property. Amazing staff I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. Staff were great. Good breakfast to get your day going.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and the accommodations where top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was quaint and quiet. It was set up beautifully for being in Bryson City. The room was clean and spacious. Very comfy feeling. The breakfast every morning was delicious and had many options to choose from that would cater to all types of dietary needs. We added another day to our stay at the last minute and the inn was extremely responsive and easy to work with. The driveway has a hill that was a little tricky with our trailer but able to accommodate even our motorcycle. We will book this inn again when we stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

meghann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely place and the owners/staff were so friendly! We will definitely be back, such a unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. The Innkeeper was courteous. The home cooked breakfasts were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful property, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant room. Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and shopping. Great Smokey Mountain Railroad Train Depot about a 2 minute drive from their parking lot. The staff is AMAZING! They give you options for your breakfast and serve it exactly the way you want it. The homemade blueberry bread is delicious. You will get a tour of the grounds as soon as you arrive. The rooms are very clean. The whole place is very charming. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, clean and secluded. With a private balcony. I highly recommend this Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it would def stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable place to stay. The host greeted us as we walk up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn, perfect location to enter the south end of the Smokey montains!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Liked: Amenities
Host (John & Marie) were great, grounds, facilities & food excellent. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. They left a cute note and polar express trinket for my daughter on the bed, because they knew we were visiting to ride the Polar Express train ride. True hospitality. The beds were so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keara

Beautiful property, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place stay. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Had an excellent stay. Would certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off of the main street in town, great hosts, good breakfast, memory foam mattress, beautiful setting in town and in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wet accommodating of our plans
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Lovely and well-maintained inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John and Marie were great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity