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Drama Inn

Property class: 2
Motel near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee

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Property grounds
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View
Signature Room | Balcony view
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

7.2 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

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Signature Room

Signature Room

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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 - 0.2 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

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
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬4 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.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

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 Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drama Inn on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $122, 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

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 385 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mary Lynn

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a bad smell in the room. The beds were so old i could feel the springs. The water in the sink didnt work. The last straw was we killed a few roches in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johnny

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was awful. Mold and mildew everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very nice while this is an older inn the rooms were clean but outside did not look very good but inside it looked good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Drama Inn provided un-welcomed drama at check-in. The staff person said she didn't have the room type I reserved. She offered me a smoking room. I could not accept because of health concerns. I was offered a room upstairs with smaller beds. I asked if I would get a discount. She rudely said "we don't do discounts". I expressed my dissatisfaction with the lack of good customer service. The staff person glared at me with an evil stare. Nonetheless, I didn't give up on my request for being treated right and eventually a room was found to accommodate me. Overall, the place has a great price but good customer service shouldn't cost extra. Neither should a decent pillow. Between the old spring bed and the cheap pillows, I got little to no sleep. I did love the huge, deep bathtub for a good hot soak. Too bad the shower head leaked in my face while I was bathing though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, my dogs are welcome no fee, convenient to shopping and dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but nice place right on the river. We had a river view room, nice deck. Good time, we'll stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mardi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is the 2nd time we have stayed here. We like that it is on the river and in the park. Last time we stayed it has July 2024 and hot. We enjoyed it more when we could swim in the river and walk around the park at night. This visit was late October and cold. In the winter months a nice widow view would be better than a deck. It was wonderful staying in warm weather. Great staff as always!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Betty

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A place to sleep,not up to date no plug ends in rooms nothing near the beds. Needs remodeling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poorly maintained. Loose toilet seat. Shower spout was not even the proper size. Towels are very thin. Had to use a towel as a mat. Air conditioning limited to low. Doors are improper fits. Broken loose tile in the bathroom. Receptacles are behind the bed. We had to move the beds out to be able to plug our cpaps. It’s sad to see the property poorly maintained. It reflects badly on Cherokee.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ok

Ahh, it was ok. The lady running the check in was awesome! She done an excellent job. Sadly, after that, things went south. I had the job of getting an 80yr old woman to the second floor without the assistance of an elevator. No big deal if I had been forwarded.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
John was helpful and friendly at checkin. The room was very clean and adequately stocked. The property is showing its age a bit but was exactly what I’d expected. Good stay for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

TOMMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Sevierville

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel to stay! Willbe back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well this is the truth. Upon arrival the woman behind the counter acked as thou I wasn't even there. After about 30 seconds l let her know that I was standing there and she then finally acknowledged that I was standing there. I found this very disrespectful. Finally got my room and went upstairs and opened the door. The room smelt like dirty carpet and was very outdated. The beds were very uncomfortable as were the pillows. The only positive thing that I could say was the view of the river from the balcony. This hotel is very outdated and obviously not well maintained. Both myself and my wife would not stay at this hotel again. Would not recommend.Woke up with a terrible backache and maybe got four hours of sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Betsy

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

6/10 Okay

Javad

Travelled 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

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
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