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    Our top choices for Island Park hotels

    1. McKinley Edwards Inn

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

    2. Folkestone Inn

    A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony on the upper floor, and a white picket fence.

    3. Relax Inn

    A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.

    4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

    5. Sky Ridge Yurts

    A bedroom with a large window offering a view of mountains and trees.

    6. Gorgeous Stays

    A small wooden cabin with a deck and a red canopy.

    7. Nantahala Ridge

    A wooden cabin with a porch, picnic table, and grill area, surrounded by trees.

    8. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

    A stone building with a wooden deck and a tree in the foreground.

    9. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

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

    10. Jarrett House

    A table set for dining with a white tablecloth, clear glassware, and a centerpiece with flowers and candles.

    11. Bay Mountain Inn

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

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

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

    13. Clarion Pointe Cherokee

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

    14. Nantahala Outdoor Center

    A spacious kitchen with large windows, a dining area, and a wooden deck.

    15. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

    A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

    16. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

    A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

    17. Nantahala Village

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    18. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

    A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

    19. SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River

    A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown blanket, a patterned carpet, and a hallway leading to another room.

    20. Newfound Lodge on the river

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

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    PropertyStar ratingGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A wooden interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
    McKinley Edwards Inn
    9.8Exceptional361 reviewsView
    A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony on the upper floor, and a white picket fence.
    Folkestone Inn
    9.2Wonderful367 reviewsView
    A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.
    Relax Inn
    8.6Excellent780 reviewsView
    A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.
    Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
    8.0Very good1,004 reviewsView
    A bedroom with a large window offering a view of mountains and trees.
    Sky Ridge Yurts
    10.0Exceptional20 reviewsView

    Hotels recommended for families near Island Park

    Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

    A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

    Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

    Relax Inn

    A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.

    Cozy studio cottage on beautiful Deep Creek near Great Smoky Mtns. Park

    A grassy riverbank with a clear stream, surrounded by dense green foliage and a few flowers.

    In town with a view, private duplex.

    A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a mountainous landscape with buildings.

    Rustic Downtown Tiny House 2 minutes to Smoky Mountain Railroad,dogs welcome

    A covered outdoor seating area with wooden picnic tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of the street through large windows.

    The Mitchell Suite above Dolce, Bryson City, walk to restaurants & GSMRailroad

    A two-story building with a sign for 'Dolce' cafe, offering bakery, coffee roaster, tea, gelato, brunch, and light fare.

    The Everett Suite above Dolce, Bryson City, walk to restaurants and GSMRailroad

    A living room with a brown sofa, a round ottoman, a metal spiral staircase, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

    Other attractions near Island Park

    A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.

    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

    Rating: 9.4/10 (652 reviews)

    Browse the exhibits at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, a popular museum in Bryson City. Discover the area's mountain views and casinos.

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    A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.

    Photo by Dana Foreman

    Tom Branch Falls

    Explore the great outdoors at Tom Branch Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

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    A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

    Photo by Dana Foreman

    Indian Creek Falls

    A short walk from a confluence of creeks and woodlands filled with wildflowers, this long set of falls provides a scenic view from the observation deck.

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    Smokey Mountain Trains Museum

    Rating: 8.8/10 (209 reviews)

    You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Smokey Mountain Trains Museum during your travels in Bryson City. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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    The Wild Fern

    Rating: 7.2/10 (26 reviews)

    You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Wild Fern during your travels in Bryson City. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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    The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians

    Rating: 7.8/10 (26 reviews)

    You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians during your trip to Bryson City. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

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    Juney Whank Falls

    Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Juney Whank Falls during your travels in Cherokee. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

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    Smoky Mountain Country Club

    Rating: 8.0/10 (13 reviews)

    Enjoy a round of golf in Whittier at Smoky Mountain Country Club. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this quaint area.

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    Top Island Park Hotel Reviews

    Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

    A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

    Relax Inn

    A reception area with a wooden display of brochures, a window with a view of a Walgreens store, and a plant on the counter.

    Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

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

    Clarion Pointe Cherokee

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

    Bay Mountain Inn

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

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Island Park?

    Island Park is located in a scenic area of Bryson City known for its magnificent mountain views and top-notch casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 143 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

    Where is the best place to stay near Island Park?

    Calhoun House Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Island Park. Another good choice is Relax Inn, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

    How many hotels are there near Island Park?

    Expedia has 143 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Island Park.

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

    Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Island Park.

    Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Island Park?

    For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Island Park, head over to our customer service page.

    What can I see and do near Island Park?

    Create some family memories at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. At Juney Whank Falls, Tom Branch Falls, and Indian Creek Falls, you can surround yourself with nature. Smoky Mountain Country Club, The Wild Fern, and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are a few additional nearby sights.

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