Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santeetlah Lake

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Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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290 N Main St, Robbinsville, NC, 28771
  • Place, Cheoah River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santeetlah Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
    ‪24 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
  • 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

  • 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)
  • 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
  • Junaluska Medicine Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santeetlah Lake - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 24 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Fontana Lake - 24 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffe De Olla - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪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 a vending machine.
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

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 Robbinsville
Phillips Historic Cottages
Phillips Historic & Cottages
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Motel
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Robbinsville
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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.

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

This motel is located in Robbinsville, just steps from Cheoah River and Nantahala National Forest, 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.

Will I be able to park 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

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

Are there hot tubs at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

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

Reviews

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 305 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Samuel

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

8/10 Good

Veronica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room, very comfortable beds. Bill was very accommodating. We were traveling on motorcycles and got caught in bad weather on the way there. We were afraid we wouldn't make it before he closed. He told me he would leave the key out for us and we could settle up with him in the morning. This motel is old but clean. No bugs!!! Great location and covered parking for motorcycles.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Randall

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's unbelievable that this motel is still in operation. It was filthy, bed sheets and pillows needed to be replaced with new and clean ones.after checking the room we left and used another motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent, very happy with the staff. The room was also generally very clean and pretty comfortable. The downsides were primarily in room condition. There is a lot of fit and finish that should be done to bring the rooms up to a suitable standard. I appreciate the historic nature of the motel and don't expect remodeling, though there were issues like missing/damaged trim, pretty poor paint, poor seal around the window AC, etc. I also would have appreciated black out curtains or blinds as a lot of light came through the existing, small curtains. My only complaint cleanliness wise was that I saw what appeared to be black mold growing beneath the showerhead on the wood panels. Otherwise the room was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to rest after a long ride.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery, COLUMBIA

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Makayla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Phillips was very clean and the guys at the desk were super friendly! The property out front had many cool sculptures. It is located close to several gas stations and fast food restaurants as well as an Ingles. In spite of being close to these things, the property was fairly quiet. Only complaint is that there is limited parking out front, however there are a few more parking spaces affiliated with the hotel behind the restaurant next door that we utilized. Overall was a clean and comfy experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very cool historic hotel but needs some common upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are so nice and the property is a unique place that encourages guest interaction. Cool sculpture in front and plenty of outdoor seating. I personally appreciated the friendly cat on the property. Only a 15 minute drive to Dragons Tail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris, Winston Salem

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived early around 1 pm and was able to check in, the man behind the counter seemed nice and friendly. The property is very old, dark and outdated. It is not a place that I would recommend to a family. However this area caters to motorcyclist and I would stay there again for an overnight bike trip especially since they have carports for motorcycles to use. The room was also a fairly large size and easy to access. Things I didn’t like: The walls are very dark, the electrical was outdated and converter boxes plugged into them for 3 prong plugs. The bathroom was somewhat updated but was not done professionally and the hot water only lasted about 5 minutes. There was a traditional full size coffee maker with everything to make a pot of coffee but the ground coffee was in a sealed pack and I didn’t have scissors or a knife to open it. There were ants on the nights stand both dead and alive. The carpet was very old, dark and dirty and I was not comfortable walking barefoot on it. This could be a very nice place to stay with some cosmetic updates. But it is a nice place to stay if you don’t care about that and want a short drive to cherahola skyway, the tail of the dragon and the moonshiner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025