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The Cardinal Inn

855-229-5934
3735 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

The Cardinal Inn is an independent motel located in the heart of Maggie Valley, North Carolina, within a 5-minute walk of the Maggie Valley Opry House and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. The property sits in a highly walkable area with easy access to local attractions including Wheels Through Time Museum (0.8 miles away) and Tube World (1 mile away). Guests consistently rate the location at 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Each of the 10 guestrooms features a pillowtop bed with premium bedding, a flat-screen television, and a microwave. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the property, along with satellite programming for entertainment. Bathrooms are equipped with showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The Cardinal Inn offers a garden with views, a picnic area, and barbecue grills for guest use. Tour and ticket assistance is available at the front desk to help arrange activities in the surrounding area. The property provides complimentary wireless internet access and free self parking. Nearby outdoor pursuits include hiking, biking, mountain biking, fishing, and horseback riding. Winter sports enthusiasts will find downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding accessible in the region, along with nearby ski lessons and equipment rental shops.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are allowed at the property. The motel maintains a well-lit and stair-free path to the entrance. Overall guest satisfaction stands at 4.8 out of 5 stars, with 93.2 percent of guests recommending the property.

Location & nearby attractions

A stay at The Cardinal Inn places you in the heart of Maggie Valley, within a 5-minute walk of Maggie Valley Opry House and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wheels Through Time Museum and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tube World.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Fantasy Golf & Game Room - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Maggie Valley Opry House - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Stompin' Ground - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Wheels Through Time Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Tube World - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Soco Gap - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Queen's Farm Stables - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Soco Falls - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Waynesville Recreation Center - 13.9 km / 8.7 mi
Blue Ridge Health - Haywood - 14 km / 8.7 mi
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 14.2 km / 8.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 63.2 km / 39.3 mi
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 141.1 km / 87.7 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Amenities & features

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional amenities at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

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Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 10 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Know before you go

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.