Rolling Hills Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Museum of the Cherokee Indian

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Front of property
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Hiking

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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739 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1015 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cherokee

Located in Downtown Cherokee, Rolling Hills Lodge is within a 5-minute walk of Museum of the Cherokee Indian and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Oconaluftee Indian Village. The 30 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rolling Hills Lodge

Hotel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Guests of Rolling Hills Lodge enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, self parking is USD 5 per stay, and there's also an area shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a picnic area, and a gift shop.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 5 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (38 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rolling Hills Lodge Cherokee
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rolling Hills Lodge?

Rolling Hills Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Rolling Hills Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Cherokee, just steps from Museum of the Cherokee Indian and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre, and within a short walk of Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. You'll also find Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Great Smoky Mountains National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Rolling Hills Lodge?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 5 per stay. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Rolling Hills Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Rolling Hills Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Rolling Hills Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Rolling Hills Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Does Rolling Hills Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Rolling Hills Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Rolling Hills Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Rolling Hills Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rolling Hills Lodge.

Does Rolling Hills Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rolling Hills Lodge?

No, at Rolling Hills Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Rolling Hills Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not bad just disappointing

Disappointing, that's the word that best describes my experience. The room was tiny, stinky, dirty, and def not worth what we paid to stay there. There are signs and notes everywhere with rules like you're staying at a mean mother-in-law's house. The "award winning breakfast" is a taco with egg, mushroom, peppers, and onions. It comes with fruit and half a cinnamon roll. There is no alternative, and if you ask for something different, the lady cooking the food will tell you that their breakfast won an award. Well, I'm allergic to onions and she used the same hand to touch everything, so it doesn't matter if it's "award winning" if I can't eat it. And you can not take a plate back to the room for your spouse. You have to be at the window between 8am and 8:55am in person, or you get nothing. The ice machine is broken, and you can only ask them for ice between 2pm and 10pm. It is in a good lication, but everything around it closes at 5pm. The young guy who works at the front desk is very sweet. You can not actually walk up to the front desk or enter the lobby, you have to do all business through a window. I can't lie, I cried over the amount of money we paid to stay here because I was so disppointed. It's not a terrible place, just not at all what I expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

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

Great convenient motel.

Although a basic motel, we were very surprised at the quality of the bed and the breakfast was amazing. The room was spacious and very clean. The bath towels could use an upgrade as well as the TV channel choices. But these were very minor compared to the bed comfort and the very tasty hot breakfast! I recommend staying here if you want to be near everything in Cherokee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean , great bang for the buck and location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Indian Trail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great. Room was good. Food at breakfast was excellent. Internet was iffy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mindy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Used washcloth left hanging by the last person using the room, hairs found on sheets in bed. But quiet and simple and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had all the amenities you'd need. The area around was very walkable and friendly to get around. Parking was extremely easy even with the seemingly busy weekend they were having. Staff was extremely friendly and the breakfast was top notch 🙌
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pao

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff did not let us know what the Wifi password is or did they have a piece of paper to give us. We tried calling the front desk to no avail and finally had to go to the front and press the buzzer several times until someone came out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is located next to the road. The building was older but kept up. The room was huge and had 2 King size beds. Bathroom was big too, could have used bars to get in tub for shower as tub sides were high. Very convient to local business and restaurants. Checkin was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD, Loganville

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean *check* Safe *check* Value *check* Location *check* Quiet *check* Small rooms Old ( but maintained well)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedding, including mattress, needs to be replaced. Furniture is outdated and the room in general needs to be refreshed. There was an overwhelming odor of room refresher or perhaps some type of cleaner. The room, in general, did appear to be clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Hit or Miss

Very nice gentleman at check in. The room and bathroom were nice sized but I have to question the cleanliness due to mold and old coffee in the coffee pot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

william

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Xueming

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

Lovely stay!

Helpful and friendly staff, and clean but small rooms. The lodge offered a plate of very tasty breakfast each morning and cold water bottles if needed (no water fountain on site). The rooms have a minifridge. Complementary wifi worked well enough for light internet browsing. Each room has two rocking chairs out front. Qualla Arts and a few tourist gift shops are walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Chermille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quiet place to stay at. And the view is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Colby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location, cleanliness of room and facilities, cooked breakfast, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paulette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025