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Our top choices for Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
3.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Love the convenience of across the street from casino"
United States
James
The price is ฿2,268
฿2,608 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,316 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jill
The price is ฿2,290
฿2,634 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

3. Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (141 reviews)
"Will comeback Really nice place"
Canada
Tony
The price is ฿2,736
฿3,092 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Balsam Mountain Inn
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.

4. Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.1 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,810 reviews)
"Great place to stay and was very clean."
United States
Bella
The price is ฿2,555
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,028 reviews)
"Stayed here twice,clean,location great"
United States
Angela
The price is ฿2,010
฿2,311 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
A modern building with a river in front, surrounded by trees.

6. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,697 reviews)
"Great place to stay everything you need in one place"
United States
Josh
The price is ฿1,435
฿2,938 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A cabin with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a sign reading 'Stony Creek Cabin.'

7. Stony Creek Motel

Stony Creek Motel
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff were so kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area."
United States
Kim
The price is ฿3,101
฿3,442 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stony Creek Motel
A room with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a chair, and a sofa. There are two windows with red curtains.

8. Jarrett House

Jarrett House
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Gregg
The price is ฿4,053
฿4,580 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Jarrett House
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

9. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast perfect for what we needed"
United States
Kontent
The price is ฿2,095
฿2,409 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and an exit sign.

10. Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area

Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
17 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet was adequate."
United States
William
The price is ฿2,668
฿3,015 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a well-maintained garden.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
2.5 star property
9.8 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!!"
United States
Candace
The price is ฿2,668
฿3,015 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
A campfire in a rocky fire pit surrounded by a forested area with a river in the background.

12. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was great, breakfast was great, view of the river was beautiful, room was great, We loved the place."
United States
Margaret
The price is ฿3,255
฿3,678 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone wall, patterned chairs, and a lamp.

13. Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.1 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything at this motel was good."
United States
Georgia
The price is ฿2,305
฿2,651 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bay Mountain Inn
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

14. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"It was a great experience overall - I recommend this hotel."
United States
James
The price is ฿3,162
฿3,636 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

15. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a nice place to stay"
United States
Melvin
The price is ฿3,198
฿3,614 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
A micro hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is by Wyndham.

16. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Athena
The price is ฿2,842
฿3,212 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area
A room with a large window overlooking a residential area and a mountain range.

17. A Holiday Motel

A Holiday Motel
2.0 star property
17.2 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (367 reviews)
"A great low cost option, I’d stay there any time."
United States
Joel
The price is ฿2,152
฿2,389 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
A Holiday Motel
A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

18. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great value. Excellent location."
United States
Dina
The price is ฿2,332
฿2,635 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Two Rivers Lodge
A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

19. Jonathan Creek Inn

Jonathan Creek Inn
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
David
The price is ฿3,344
฿3,712 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Jonathan Creek Inn
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, and large windows.

20. Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside

Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
2.5 star property
Downtown Cherokee, 5.1 km from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Lots of parking, friendly staff"
United States
Muzakkir
The price is ฿2,706
฿3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
7.4
Good
1,005 reviews
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A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,316 reviews
View
A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.
Balsam Mountain Inn
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
141 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a vase with flowers on a table, and a red rug on the floor.
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,810 reviews
View
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Super 8".
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,028 reviews
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Top Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo Hotel Reviews

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and updated but an older building. Staff very friendly."
Lea 1-night trip
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Cherokee Grand Hotel

Other attractions near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo

An outdoor amphitheater with rows of seats, surrounded by dense forest and a river.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

8.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your stay in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo is located in a family-friendly area of Cherokee known for its magnificent mountain views and first-class casinos. You'll find 170 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a casino. It's located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee and Cherokee Grand Hotel.
How many hotels will I find close to Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Expedia has 170 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo.
What can I see and do near Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo?
Oconaluftee Indian Village, Mountain Farm Museum and Mingus Mill feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee Mountainside Theatre. You can wander around Oconaluftee Islands Park, Oconaluftee Visitor Center or Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail if you want a dose of fresh air.