Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santeetlah Lake

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Garden
Garden
BBQ/picnic area
Miscellaneous
Romantic Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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290 N Main St, Robbinsville, NC, 28771
  • Place, Cheoah River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Graham County Historical Association
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santeetlah Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Design Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

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

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

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

Junior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • 350 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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

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

Family Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

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

Romantic Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Room, Annex Building

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

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

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

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

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 900 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden Area

  • 1194 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

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

Executive Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

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

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Gallery Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 900 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Economy Cottage

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

Family Room

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

Business Double Room

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

About the neighborhood

Robbinsville

Located 1 mi (1.5 km) from Santeetlah Lake, Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. This 28-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Cheoah River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Graham County Historical Association - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Junaluska Medicine Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santeetlah Lake - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 42 min drive - 38.3 miles

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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pacifico Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Motel with free parking, near Santeetlah Lake
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Phillips Historic Motel Cottages Robbinsville
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Phillips Historic & Cottages
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages on Feb 9, 2026 start from $89.0, 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.

What's there to see near Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

This motel is located in Robbinsville, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Cheoah River, and within a short walk of Graham County Historical Association. You'll also find Santeetlah Lake and Junaluska Medicine Trail less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages feature a casino at the property?

No, Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a terrace plus some guestrooms include kitchens and garden views.

Does Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages have a hot tub?

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

Does Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Does Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages.

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 310 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 310 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 310 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 310 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 310 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Poor internet…no tv…room full of cigarette smell
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay clean room comfortable bed reasonable rates and they even have covered parking for motorcycles I can’t be more happy with this stay thank you Phillips motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fine for what we needed. It just had a few maintenance issues. Nothing big it was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
3 nights never saw cleaning staff, A/C kept cool but very noisy,toilet never stopped running,coffee pot nasty on inside ,place was right on road had to be careful opening door ,place very rundown but keeps you out the rain and off the ground
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is a bit dated but, very clean! Cool dragon decorations in front of the property. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I'll be returning and telling all my friends about it!
Dragons in the yard!
Now I want one
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Wentzville

Liked: Amenities
Bill was extremely accommodating to our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jayne

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

10/10 Excellent

shannon

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great location, easy to find. Great parking, even covered. Super friendly staff. Property is a little dated but extremely clean. You have everything you will need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service

A little dated... but was clean

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Just an amazing place to stay !! Great service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok but no hot water. Manager tried but too late to get anyone to fix.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish I could've stayed longer 10/10 coolest lil homest place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

All good. Quick walk to the Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cliff

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs sprucing up and an exterminator.

Beds are very uncomfortable. Ants both inside and outside the room. Deadbolt did not actually lock the door. Shower plumbing was loose in the wall. It definitely needs a lot of modernization, sprucing up, and an exterminator for the ants!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maciej

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