Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages near Santeetlah Lake offers a quiet getaway with WiFi, garden, terrace, and BBQ grills. This smoke-free property has laundry facilities and is praised for its efficient express check-out service.
Located in Robbinsville, Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages is in the city center. While the natural beauty of Santeetlah Lake and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Fontana Village Resort Marina. Don't miss out on a visit to Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Robbinsville travel guide
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)
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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
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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
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?
As of Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages on Aug 3, 2026 start from CA $123, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages located?
Located in the heart of Robbinsville, this motel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Santeetlah Lake and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and Fontana Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 329 reviews
10 - Excellent
155
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 329 reviews
8 - Good
95
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 329 reviews
6 - Okay
41
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 329 reviews
4 - Poor
24
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 329 reviews
2 - Terrible
14
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael A. SMSgt
Jul 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The price is great and the rooms are nice. You are within walking distance to a couple of restaurants.
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
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Moises
Nov 18, 2025
The location was nice and safe. The rooms need a major upgrade.
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!
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.
As outdated as this place looks, it was actually very clean and comfortable. The bed was nice, the shower pressure was great, the water was hot. Bill is super friendly and accommodating. I would absolutely stay here again.
The gentleman that checked us in was very friendly. The first room we checked into was awful honestly. It smelled like mildew and was dirty, dark, and dingy. The toilet stopped up and was then leaking water all over the floor from the base of the toilet. When we went up front to let staff know he immediately moved us to a new room/cottage which was much nicer in terms of smell and problem areas than the previous "suite" but was still not clean. I believe that some of the rooms might feel cleaner due to them being newer or slightly renovated. And I use the term renovated loosely because its much closer to the "landlord special" if you know what I mean. Overall there is a lot of mold, a lot of roaches, and a lot of hair in the shower from previous guests. I can see why there would be high reviews because I'm sure some of the rooms are quite nice and others are just...not. My husband stayed in one of the duplex houses last year and said it was very nice (but those are nearly new construction compared to the ones we stayed in this year). Just know what you're signing up for. Its a mixed bag. But you get what you pay for for under $100/night.
It's always a pleasure to stay here at the Historic Phillips Motel. I'm up here twice a year for Tougefest. Will continue giving them my loyal business
Owner is extremely nice! I love how this place has old charm about it. Really makes me feel at home. This is my second time staying here and i will stay here again when i come to the area again. Very clean and charming!
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.