The Best Hotels Closest to Mingus Mill in Cherokee - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

A building entrance with a registration sign, a lobby sign, and three rocking chairs lined up against a wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a table, and a lamp.

A rustic interior with wooden walls, a wooden bench, and a chandelier.

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Downtown Cherokee, 1.5 mi from Mingus Mill

James

£65

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

A kitchen area with a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a sign indicating no breakfast outside.

A long, narrow hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.

A building entrance with glass doors, a visible interior hallway, and a trash bin outside.

2. Bay Mountain Inn

Downtown Cherokee, 1.6 mi from Mingus Mill

Mary

£55

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A building with a green exterior, a flag, and a sign with the number 1192.

A motel with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating an ice machine.

A room with a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a display of magazines.

3. Newfound Lodge on the river

Downtown Cherokee, 1.9 mi from Mingus Mill

Joe

£67

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A stone house with a pond, surrounded by various plants and trees.

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.

4. McKinley Edwards Inn

10.4 mi from Mingus Mill

Gary

£175

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A porch with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola sign.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a window.

Two black doors with white frames, numbered 3 and 2, and a hanging plant above door 3.

Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a window with a view of a bed and a red blanket.

5. The Cardinal Inn

12.3 mi from Mingus Mill

Andreas

£120

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

6. Hotel Sylva

11.1 mi from Mingus Mill

Nicholas

£115

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.

A teepee in a park with a playground and a building in the background.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, surrounded by a fence, with lounge chairs and a yellow umbrella.

7. Route 19 Inn

11.3 mi from Mingus Mill

Patricia

£108

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A wooden interior with a table set for two and six red chairs. Large windows offer a view of a garden and a pond.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

11.8 mi from Mingus Mill

Danny

£75

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

Stonebrook Lodge with a large deer statue in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone pillars, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

9. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

3.6 mi from Mingus Mill

John

£63

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

11 mi from Mingus Mill

Peggy

£89

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a black refrigerator.

A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a window, and a door.

A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a beige sofa, and a painting of horses on the wall.

A spacious RV interior with a kitchen, dining area, and seating space.

11. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

11.5 mi from Mingus Mill

Tina

£146

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

A lodge with a covered porch, a red car, and a mountainous backdrop.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a patterned rug, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A cabin with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a sign reading 'Stony Creek Cabin.'

12. Stony Creek Motel

11.6 mi from Mingus Mill

Chris

£102

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A view from a balcony with a metal railing, overlooking a lush green forest and a rocky stream below.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a small sink. There is a wooden cabinet and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a large, well-maintained green hedge in front.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

13. Four Seasons Inn

12 mi from Mingus Mill

Vonda

£104

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A serene park with a picnic area and a river.

A lodge with a green roof, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating it is an American-owned family-operated business.

A compact room with wooden paneling, a microwave, a coffee maker, a small refrigerator, a television, and a dresser.

A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

14. Two Rivers Lodge

6.5 mi from Mingus Mill

Tabitha R

£69

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a staircase.

A reception area with a wooden counter, blue walls, a mounted TV, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A motel with a stone pillar entrance, a balcony, and a parking area.

15. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee, 3.1 mi from Mingus Mill

Charlene

£68

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.

A modern hotel with a curved roof structure, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

16. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

3.5 mi from Mingus Mill

Kevin

£74

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel lobby with a large scenic wall mural, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden floor.

A lobby with a reception desk, a red sofa, patterned blue armchairs, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, bar stools, a small bar area, and a television screen.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

17. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

3.3 mi from Mingus Mill

jerry

£73

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with yellow chairs, and a view of the dining area in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

10.2 mi from Mingus Mill

Tyana

£102

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

19. Cherokee Grand Hotel

3.5 mi from Mingus Mill

Christopher

£48

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious lobby with a beige sofa, a coffee machine, and a stone accent wall.

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious living area with a round coffee table, beige armchairs, and a modern ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a Pepsi refrigerator stocked with beverages, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

20. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

3.6 mi from Mingus Mill

Jose

£81

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Mingus Mill

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee	9.4 Exceptional 1,869 reviews	View
Bay Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Newfound Lodge on the river	8.0 Very good 283 reviews	View
McKinley Edwards Inn	9.8 Exceptional 348 reviews	View
The Cardinal Inn	9.8 Exceptional 201 reviews	View

Top Mingus Mill Hotel Reviews

Nestled inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first time using vrbo for renting. Overall experience was painless. We liked the place. Melissa was great with communication and availability. Would definitely rent again."

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

8/10 Good

"The property was pretty well kept it could use some paint on balconies. The bathtub floor needed to be SCRUBBED, it was dirty so we didn’t use the shower. Other than that it was very convenient to the casino but a lot better price than Harrah’s resort. Will definitely stay there again."

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

8/10 Good

"Pool outside"

Cherokee Grand Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and the amenities were on target. The mattress was a whole different matter. It was hard as a rock. I like a firm bed but it was beyond firm."

Newfound Lodge on the river

10/10 Excellent

"We love coming here. The view from the second floor is great."

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

8/10 Good

"It was a clean room. Comfortable bed. It did smell like bleach when you walked in."

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The TV had a not so good picture and no option for streaming. Staff was very helpful with information about the area. Would stay again if in the area."

Rolling Hills Lodge

8/10 Good

"Rooms are older but very clean. Our bed this year was lumpy but the staff are very friendly and serve a good breakfast."

Drama Inn

8/10 Good

"Pet friendly and amazing view and acess to the river."

Other attractions near Mingus Mill

A modern building with large windows and a stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly landscape.

Mountain Farm Museum

Historic wood cabins from across the Smoky Mountains are gathered in an open-air museum with live blacksmith and animal demonstrations.

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A rustic building with a sign for Ruby Mine and a sign for Gold Mine.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

8.2/10 (238 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cherokee when you stop by Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Mingo Falls

9.0/10 (348 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mingo Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this quaint area.

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Oconaluftee Indian Village

8.8/10 (325 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oconaluftee Indian Village during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

8.8/10 (144 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama on your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Oconaluftee Visitor Center

9.0/10 (222 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Oconaluftee Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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Mount Stand Watie

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Stand Watie during your travels in Cherokee. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

Explore the great outdoors at Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mingus Mill?

Mingus Mill is located in a welcoming area of Cherokee known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 77 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mingus Mill?

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Mingus Mill. Other good options within 5 miles include Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination and Bay Mountain Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mingus Mill?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mingus Mill.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mingus Mill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Mingus Mill.

What can I see and do near Mingus Mill?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Oconaluftee Indian Village and Mountain Farm Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Oconaluftee Islands Park or Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail.

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Our top choices for Mingus Mill hotels

1. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2. Bay Mountain Inn

3. Newfound Lodge on the river

4. McKinley Edwards Inn

5. The Cardinal Inn

6. Hotel Sylva

7. Route 19 Inn

8. Jonathan Creek Inn

9. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

11. Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

12. Stony Creek Motel

13. Four Seasons Inn

14. Two Rivers Lodge

15. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

16. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

17. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

19. Cherokee Grand Hotel

20. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

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Top Mingus Mill Hotel Reviews

Nestled inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Newfound Lodge on the river

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Rolling Hills Lodge

Drama Inn

Other attractions near Mingus Mill

Mountain Farm Museum

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

Mingo Falls

Oconaluftee Indian Village

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

Oconaluftee Visitor Center

Mount Stand Watie

Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail

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