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McKinley Edwards Inn

3.0 star property

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Catalina (Pet Friendly) | Courtyard view
The Cattail Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
The Peony Room | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians
    14 min walk
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    15 min walk
  • The Cottage Craftsman
    15 min walk
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    102 min drive

Room options

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Hummingbird | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Hummingbird

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly) | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Retreat | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

The Retreat

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The White Heron Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The White Heron Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Peony Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Peony Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Cattail Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Cattail Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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The Equestrian Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Equestrian Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly)

The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Catalina (Pet Friendly) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Catalina (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Morning Glory | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Morning Glory

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Carousel | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carousel

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Outdoor pool
Nantahala Village
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (934)
The price is $139
per night
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Nantahala Village

About the neighborhood

Bryson City

With a stay at McKinley Edwards Inn in Bryson City, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 10 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. .This family-friendly lodge is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Tuckasegee River.
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What's nearby

  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Island Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

McKinley Edwards Inn

Family-friendly lodge in Bryson City with free breakfast
McKinley Edwards Inn offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this lodge include an arcade/game room, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

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

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 70 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge
McKinley Edwards Inn Bryson City
McKinley Edwards Inn Lodge Bryson City

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 290 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 290 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 290 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 290 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 290 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property
Beautiful location and gracious hosts. Delicious homemade breakfast. Hosts are very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
McKinley Edwards - Bryson City
Hotel was very quirky. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Friendly welcome and informtion provided. Maybe not suitable if you are unable to climb stairs as a few of the rooms involve a decent climb! Would recommend though
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend getaway for anniversary.
We had a great anniversary weekend . The accommodations were beautiful. Beautiful gardens, quaint room, delicious breakfast. great caretakers of a beautiful place. The biggest negative was my room was 3 floors up. I knew this going in and we packed light. The stairs to second level were good but the next level , the third level, the stairs were so narrow and hard to navigate especially with luggage. The bed was not comfortable and my husband and I kept rolling in the middle of the bed. Needs a new mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is wonderful. Check in was great and he was super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an excellent experience....
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, McAdenville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s country flavor, open fire pit, sitting area and convenience to Bryson.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
John Mark is very kind and he takes well care of all guests. The breakfast is delicious, home-made prepared. On our trip we stayed in 4 hotels and this one was the best of all at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this point bed-and-breakfast! Everything about it was fabulous! We will definitely be back every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The common areas were clean and cozy. However the room we booked was adequate but it was an add on and not in the inn and was nothing special. The kicker was the shower went cold after a few seconds and never warmed back up! A cold shower is unacceptable! We tried to call the office but they didn't answer. Next morning the lady in the office's response was "talk to him." His explanation was they over inhabited some of the rooms and the water heater couldn't handle it. That didn't help me. Breakfast was good and lady in the kitchen was friendly and helpful. But I would not book this "inn"'again nor recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Had an excellent stay. Would certainly go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never received a more warm welcome than when I walked in to check in. The property is a little old and could use minor patchwork here and there, but the entire place emanates the love put in to it. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and decorated nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and owners. Loved the common spaces which were beautifully decorated for Christmas. Breakfast was delightful and the kids LOVED the waffles.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neely

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The McKinley-Edwards Inn was so so cute!! What a cool spot. We stayed after the Polar Express. Dog friendly, we brought our 2 pugs with us :). Breakfast was AMAZING.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keara

Traveled with family
Beautiful property, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Carlette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not for elderly or people with trouble walking
It’s a very pretty area, the bed is super comfortable. However, if you are going to relax in the morning it’s hard to do it’s very noisy. Also, for elderly or anyone that has slight trouble walking it is very very difficult to walk around. Definitely not handicap accessible!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so nice! It feels like you are at home. We will def be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful property, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023