Enjoy a leisurely stay at Econo Lodge, 20 minutes southeast of the dam. Start the day with a free continental breakfast or munch on some in-room snacks by booking a room outfitted with a refrigerator. Set out and explore the surrounding area by renting a bicycle from the front desk staff. Hampton Inn Morristown is also 20 minutes from Cherokee Dam. Relax from the moment you enter the massive lobby as you curl up by the 25-foot fireplace. In the morning, treat yourself to a free hot breakfast. If you’re in a hurry, you can grab a breakfast to-go bag. Take a five-minute drive to a nearby bowling alley for an afternoon or evening of play.
Embark on an afternoon of outdoor adventure while staying at Comfort Suites, just 10 minutes from Panther Creek State Park. The 1,435-acre green space is on the shores of the Cherokee Reservoir, and has opportunities for fishing, horseback riding and swimming. Back at the motel, you can also swim in the indoor pool or pick up visitor passes for a nearby fitness center. Just steps from Comfort Suites, Travelodge Morristown provides a host of eating options. Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast and enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site Mexican restaurant and bar. In order to enjoy in-room treats, book a room equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. Both motels are just 25 minutes southeast of the dam.
Just 25 minutes from Cherokee Dam, Days Inn Morristown is just a 15-minute walk to College Square Mall, home to more than 50 shops and restaurants, as well as a 12-screen movie theater. Although your trip to the mall may cost you a few dollars, the motel lets kids 17 and under stay free with a registered adult. Engage in some low-impact workouts during your time at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites in Morristown. Stretch your legs and set out on a 10-minute walk to the nearby mall or swim some laps in the hotel’s indoor pool. After such an active day, treat yourself to a barbecue using the on-site outdoor grills.
Thirty minutes from the dam, Best Western Plus Morristown Conference Center Hotel is one block north of bustling Interstate 81. The hotel provides the comforts of home, including a free hot breakfast each morning. You don’t have to leave your four-legged friends at home either, as the hotel permits up to two dogs per room, although fees and weight limits apply. Directly across the street from the Best Western, Super 8 Morristown/South is also within walking distance to a host of sit-down and fast food restaurants. After your leisurely stroll throughout the surrounding neighborhood, make your way back to the hotel and enjoy a relaxing soak in an in-room hot tub.
