McKinley Edwards Inn

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Lobby
Restaurant
The Cattail Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $217
$192 nightly
$217 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

Explore the area

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208 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC, 28713
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

The Peony Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

The Cattail Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

The McKinley Edwards Room (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Clear View Room (Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Cottage (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Retreat

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

The White Heron Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Annie Angel Edwards (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Hummingbird

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Morning Glory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Carousel

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, McKinley Edwards Inn is a 2-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 10 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. .This lodge is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Fontana Lake and 11 mi (17.8 km) from Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama.

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Anthony's Italian Resturant - ‬15 min walk

About this property

McKinley Edwards Inn

McKinley Edwards Inn offers 2 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. 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 2 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. 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.

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
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

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
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs 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 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

McKinley Edwards Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 329 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and the accommodations where top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. The Innkeeper was courteous. The home cooked breakfasts were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

meghann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely place and the owners/staff were so friendly! We will definitely be back, such a unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant room. Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, clean and secluded. With a private balcony. I highly recommend this Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wet accommodating of our plans
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. They left a cute note and polar express trinket for my daughter on the bed, because they knew we were visiting to ride the Polar Express train ride. True hospitality. The beds were so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable place to stay. The host greeted us as we walk up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful property, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This Inn was stunning! The Inn Keepers were extremely nice! The service was top of the line. The breakfast was delicious. The quiche was the best I’ve had! The rooms were beautiful. You have to remember this Inn’s age. This is a historical building with character. There’s really nothing bad I can say!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Liked: Amenities
Host (John & Marie) were great, grounds, facilities & food excellent. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
flexible with menu items & very accommodating. I have Celiac & gluten free options were offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it would def stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John and Marie were great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn, perfect location to enter the south end of the Smokey montains!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Keara

Beautiful property, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and seamless. Everything about the property and amenities was well explained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty grounds, excellent welcome, large room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place stay. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off of the main street in town, great hosts, good breakfast, memory foam mattress, beautiful setting in town and in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Lovely and well-maintained inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy going bed and breakfast. Nice and comfortable accommodations.