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Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel near Santeetlah Lake in Robbinsville

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Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen
Garden
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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290 N Main St, Robbinsville, NC, 28771
  • Cheoah River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santeetlah Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 84 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Gallery Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Gallery Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Junior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Family Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Family Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 84 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Design Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Design Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

City Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Single Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area | Bathroom

Business Single Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Economy Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Family Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Family Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Annex Building

Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 68 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 68 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 84 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Romantic Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Romantic Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Room, Annex Building

Honeymoon Room, Annex Building

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden Area

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden Area

  • 111 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Executive Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

About the area

Robbinsville

Heart of Robbinsville.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Santeetlah Lake and 12 miles (20 km) of Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center with a stay here. Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest is within 16 miles (25 km) and Fontana Lake is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cheoah River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Junaluska Medicine Trail - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santeetlah Lake - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 29 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Fontana Lake - 30 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caffe De Olla - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pacifico Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Motel near Santeetlah Lake in Robbinsville
As a guest of Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Robbinsville motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 301 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Randall

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's unbelievable that this motel is still in operation. It was filthy, bed sheets and pillows needed to be replaced with new and clean ones.after checking the room we left and used another motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent, very happy with the staff. The room was also generally very clean and pretty comfortable. The downsides were primarily in room condition. There is a lot of fit and finish that should be done to bring the rooms up to a suitable standard. I appreciate the historic nature of the motel and don't expect remodeling, though there were issues like missing/damaged trim, pretty poor paint, poor seal around the window AC, etc. I also would have appreciated black out curtains or blinds as a lot of light came through the existing, small curtains. My only complaint cleanliness wise was that I saw what appeared to be black mold growing beneath the showerhead on the wood panels. Otherwise the room was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery, COLUMBIA

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Makayla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Phillips was very clean and the guys at the desk were super friendly! The property out front had many cool sculptures. It is located close to several gas stations and fast food restaurants as well as an Ingles. In spite of being close to these things, the property was fairly quiet. Only complaint is that there is limited parking out front, however there are a few more parking spaces affiliated with the hotel behind the restaurant next door that we utilized. Overall was a clean and comfy experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very cool historic hotel but needs some common upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are so nice and the property is a unique place that encourages guest interaction. Cool sculpture in front and plenty of outdoor seating. I personally appreciated the friendly cat on the property. Only a 15 minute drive to Dragons Tail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris, Winston Salem

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived early around 1 pm and was able to check in, the man behind the counter seemed nice and friendly. The property is very old, dark and outdated. It is not a place that I would recommend to a family. However this area caters to motorcyclist and I would stay there again for an overnight bike trip especially since they have carports for motorcycles to use. The room was also a fairly large size and easy to access. Things I didn’t like: The walls are very dark, the electrical was outdated and converter boxes plugged into them for 3 prong plugs. The bathroom was somewhat updated but was not done professionally and the hot water only lasted about 5 minutes. There was a traditional full size coffee maker with everything to make a pot of coffee but the ground coffee was in a sealed pack and I didn’t have scissors or a knife to open it. There were ants on the nights stand both dead and alive. The carpet was very old, dark and dirty and I was not comfortable walking barefoot on it. This could be a very nice place to stay with some cosmetic updates. But it is a nice place to stay if you don’t care about that and want a short drive to cherahola skyway, the tail of the dragon and the moonshiner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Cute and comfy.

As outdated as this place looks, it was actually very clean and comfortable. The bed was nice, the shower pressure was great, the water was hot. Bill is super friendly and accommodating. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was just what we were looking for. Very nice owner and was a pleasure to talk with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

No ice and snow clearance

paint peeling off the walls in the shower, severely outdated. The thing that stood out the most was that they didn't clear the walkways or driveway of snow which turned to ice. If you were in a wheelchair, the ramp was covered in ice so good luck getting into the office let alone the room. I wouldn't recommend this hotel. The only decent thing was the price which is a bit much considering the condition of the property. I see a liability suit in the future for this facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were kept nice and clean! The guy that runs the place is very nice and was very polite to answering any questions we had.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On Main Street
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Excellent stay

This was our 2nd time staying here! Its nice, clean, and quiet! If we ever come to area again we will rebook.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

EVELYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good clean place to stay. Decent rates. Clean and quiet and comfy. Would definitely stay again. Nothing too fancy but has the basics and is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hung

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

Great host!

It's always a pleasure to stay here at the Historic Phillips Motel. I'm up here twice a year for Tougefest. Will continue giving them my loyal business
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scot

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and we had everything we needed! Bed was very comfortable! The place could use some updating!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is extremely nice! I love how this place has old charm about it. Really makes me feel at home. This is my second time staying here and i will stay here again when i come to the area again. Very clean and charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We enjoyed our stay driving through and needed a safe and restful night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Economically priced. Well maintained. Very friendly staff! Great fire pit! Street noise can be annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024