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The Cardinal Inn

2.5 star property
City-center motel within walking distance of Maggie Valley Opry House

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Courtyard
In the heart of Maggie Valley, The Cardinal Inn offers a serene escape. Relax in the garden or explore nearby attractions like Maggie Valley Opry House and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. Guests appreciate convenient perks like express check-out, barbecue grills, and WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$140 nightly
The total price is $155
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 182 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 182 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 320 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 182 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3735 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751

What's nearby

  • Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tube World - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 15 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive
  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Joey's Pancake House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guayabitos - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Cardinal Inn

The Cardinal Inn is a great choice for a stay in Maggie Valley. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 14 2026 to April 19 2026 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Cardinal Inn Maggie Valley
Cardinal Inn
Cardinal Maggie Valley
The Cardinal Inn Motel
The Cardinal Inn Maggie Valley
The Cardinal Inn Motel Maggie Valley

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cardinal Inn currently open?

This property is closed from April 14 2026 to April 19 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does The Cardinal Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cardinal Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Cardinal Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 25 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Cardinal Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cardinal Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Cardinal Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Cardinal Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Cardinal Inn like?

The Cardinal Inn is in the heart of Maggie Valley, a short 9-minute walk from Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and 15 minutes' walk from Wheels Through Time Museum.

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The Cardinal Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Family friendly

Reviews

10/10

Fantastic family-owned mountain business. Incredibly friendly staff, clean rooms, comfortable beds. You cannot go wrong with a stay at the Maggie Valley Cardinal Inn.
3-night trip

10/10

The ladies working there were very sweet and helpful. Everywhere they recommended was on point. The room was very clean and comfortable. I'm going back for a longer stay!
1-night trip

10/10

Our favorite place to stay in Maggie Valley. A real motel
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful Inn. Super comfy and clean
2-night trip

10/10

I loved how close everything was to the hotel and the quiet of the town.
4-night trip

10/10

Always a pleasure to stay here!

10/10

A
1-night trip

10/10

Exceptionally clean and quiet
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful old retro motel but with the modern amenities that travelers have come to expect. Staying here was an exceptional trip into the past. It made me long for the good ole days. Absolutely loved this place!
1-night trip

10/10

Had a wonderful stay. Beds very comfortable. The room had everything we could need during our trip. A
2-night trip

10/10

The Cardinal Inn is wonderful and serene. The rooms are updated and extremely clean. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Easy walk to shopping, dining etc. We stay here every year and will be back. Thank you.
4-night trip

10/10

Everything was comfortable, quiet, and clean. Checking in and out was a breeze. The staff communicates so well! Plenty of linens and towels. We’ll definitely be staying here again when visiting Maggie Valley!
2-night trip

8/10

We loved the clean updated room. The only issue we had was we felt that heater was really noisy.
1-night trip

10/10

This place is a gem and we will certainly stay there in the future. When we arrived the room was warm and there was a bucket of ice in the mini-fridge. This is not a large chain location. Many small touches from rolled towels to hand soaps, to a small rubber ducky on the bathroom towel set make this a comfortable place. I was able to park my my truck up right in front of the room door. I was unsure of our stay since the price point was excellent. I can see now that this establishment likely makes good money on tips. The only review deficiency I made was in comfort by one star due to the mattresses being softer than I like. That is a minimal thing that some would differ in opinion. The overall stay was excellent and superior to the $400/night resort down the street.
1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

The manager was very helpful. The only thing I didn't like was the water. Very rusty. I made coffee with it not realizing how bad it was. Yuck.
3-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff. Well maintained facilities. A little dated and showing signs of age, but not like we expected a luxury resort. Perfect mix of affordable, clean, quiet and friendly. Will definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

10/10

Comfy beds, updated rooms—shower was large and relaxing- very clean. Loved having a fire pit and lawn chairs to use in the evening. The complementary coffee, hot cocoa and popcorn in the room were a wonderful addition. The convenience of parking directly outside your room was an added bonus.
4-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

This is a very clean and cute motel. The owners do a lot to please their customers. The lot is on the smaller side, so if there is more than one person there with a car trailer, it takes juggling around and good maneuvering around during your stay.
5-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

1-night trip