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Latest Cherokee hotel reviews
Pro
Culturally interesting and with the Smoky Mountains as a backdrop.
Con
The high prices traffic
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The place to go to learn about the Cherokee!
etfromnc Says: When is the last time you went wading in a real river? The water in the Oconaluftee River originates from springs bubbling up and filtering through the ferns and moss in the neighboring Great Smoky Mountains National Park.As the Oconaluftee passes through Cherokee, it is...
etfromnc Says: At the Oconaluftee Indian Village, you will see that it's more than just a place. It is also a time: 1760. Centuries-old techniques for survival have been passed down from generation to generation and preserved in this living history site.The best way to get back to...
TravellerMel Says: One of Harrah's "Total Rewards" properties, owned and operated by the Eastern Band of the Cherokee INdians, this casino is on the Cherokee Indian Reservation just across the stateline in North Carolina. Full casino with video slots, video poker, live poker and blackjack,...
carriecar Says: We took a drive out to Bryson City and had a picnic at the riverfront park. Lots of ducks to feed and you can put in your canoe/kayak in this area too. Also, there is a very cute and fun July 4th celebration at this park!Trees overhang the river, if river is high enough you...
Straycat129 Says: Drive the Blueridge Parkway between Maggie Valley and Cherokee. Awesome.
Straycat129 Says: Go off the main drag and see the Cherokee Indian Dancers in front of the shops.
TheTravelSlut Says: The Trail of a 1,000 tears started in Cherokee, North Carolina and there are monuments reflecting the history of the Cherokee nation in the western North Carolina mountains. The area is full of history and natural beauty of these people which are recreated in villages, their...
Little Princess Restaurant: Little Princess Restaurant
TravellerMel Says: We stopped here mid-hike from the Oconoluftee River trail - the terminus is at the Cherokee town limits. Not wanting to eat at a chain restaurant, we came here. Unfortunate choice. There as a buffet in the back which didn't look all that good, so we decided to order off the...
Stockyard Steaks & Buffet: Stockyard Steaks & Buffet
TravellerMel Says: We stopped in at Stockyard Steaks & Buffet right after leaving the Harrah's Casino - we were hungry! I wouldn't say this is a "nice" restaurant, but it was clean and the food was surprisingly tasty. They had steak on the buffet - the medium-well steak I had was actually...
Indian Princess: Quick and simple
Toughluck Says: Just a simple restaurant. Plenty of space, no waiting, even if there was a crowd. Easy in and out, with plenty of shopping to do within walking distance. General food. I don't know that anything stood out.
Granny's Restaurant: Great buffet
carriecar Says: Delicious home cooking for you to enjoy. Lots of locals eat here! Fried Chicken
PAULS RESTERAUNT: YOU HAVE TO TRY THE INDIAN TACOS THEY ARE THE BEST
Steffanni Says: GREAT FOOD YOU HAVE TO TRY THEM OUT INDIAN TACO THE TAST OF IT IS IS LIKE NOTHING ELSE. IT IS VERY GOOD
grandmaR Says: The town is full of shops with souveniers and crafts. Some nice and some tacky. There's no point in giving a specific shop name. Most of the prices are about the same. Moccasins are nice. About $20/pair
carriecar Says: If you fish on reservation property, you must purchase a fishing license from the tribe, NC fishing licenses are not valid.
I found this to be true in Cherokee
TheTravelSlut Says: Cherokee Indian Wisdom from North Carolina"One evening an old Cherokee tribe leader told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.He said “ Grandson, the battle is between two “wolves” inside us all. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret,...
Chris45 Says: dont go to the stores,the prices are sky high and some of the items are not worth the prices
grandmaR Says: You don't need to pack slippers or soft shoes - just buy some there.
Friendly folks and beautiful scenery
lecrow Says: Talk with the Native Indian people. They are very friendly for the most part. You can learn some very interesting facts from them. The beauty of the Smokey Mountains!
cherokeelady41 Says: The trails Mingo Falls ,museum,Qualla Arts and Crafts Oconalufttee Island The mountians and the feeling of my heritage all around me.
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dont go to the stores,the prices are sky high and some of the items are not worth the prices
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From ancient times to new commercialism
Cherokee is named after the Indian nation that has occupied this land for over 10,000 years. The Cherokee civilization was interrupted by the arrival of white settlers, the American Revolution and,......
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This little town has grown incredibly in the past year due to the development of casinos. I've always felt sorry for this town. There is a strong under current of depression and desperation. I...
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We visited during the free camping weekend May 8-10, 2009, which was buy one night, get one night free. The campground had many activites for visitors. We brought our 10-month-old Newfoundland puppy...
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We go to this area frequently, as we are only one and a half hours away. This is a beautiful area, with the Smoky Mountains. In Cherokee it's self, there are some interesting things to see. The Museum...
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Indian Town entrance to Great Smoky Mountains
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