Relax Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City

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Seasonal outdoor pool
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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40 Highway 19 South, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Cottage Craftsman
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, Non Smoking (2 Full XL Beds)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bryson City

Heart of Bryson City.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Bryson City hotel, you'll find Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Tuckasegee River. The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians and The Cottage Craftsman are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anthony's Italian Resturant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Relax Inn

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City
Relax Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Relax Inn also features laundry facilities and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
Relax Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Bryson City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal 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.
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close September 15.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Property is also known as

Relax Bryson City
Relax Inn Bryson City
Relax Inn Hotel
Relax Inn Bryson City
Relax Inn Hotel Bryson City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax Inn to the airport?

Relax Inn is 69 mi (70-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 Relax Inn?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax Inn on Jun 11, 2026 start from CA $119, 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 Relax Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Relax Inn.

Does Relax Inn offer free breakfast?

Relax Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Relax Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Relax Inn have a pool?

Relax Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Does Relax Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Relax Inn to downtown Bryson City?

Relax Inn is 0.3 mi away from Bryson City.

Relax Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 374 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 747 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We always stay here when In the area. The owners are so friendly and nice and the rooms are very clean and nice and it is walking distance from downtown. We love it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caren

Amazing location Great staff!! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hotel and staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really nice motel , close to the train station! Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, ery close to attraction
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chauncey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, check in and out was easy, location was ideal. Wifi worked and had plenty of TV channels. Shower was a little small but that was the only negative, pretty minor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, accessible parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and very helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, comfortable bed. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are super friendly and even printed out a document I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and the bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was great! Clean room and shower, just there for a quick over night stay for a party in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, decent rate, convenient location. I was on a multi-day motorcycle trip. They are very accommodating to bikers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good choice if you are staying in the area. Basic accommodation that is clean and comfortable at a good price. The owner really cares about his guests. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Relax Inn staff was super helpful in getting us checked in , making us feel welcome, and acclimating us to the area. The bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Ann

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice & helpful. Location good. One of our two rooms had a horrible smell. The property definitely needs an overhaul.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking area was excellent. We had a spot right outside of our room. The staff was excellent.. The AC was excellent. Everything was in walking distance to our motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark w

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet and walking distance to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good, basic motel that has been kept up and was very clean. Great location to walk around town. Friendly owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025