5-Star Review: Harrah’s Cherokee Casino in North Carolina

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Harrah’s Room & Amenities –

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort recently upgraded their rooms in the Cherokee Tower – and they’re stunning! Exactly what you want and need for a vacation: large room, big TV, small beverage fridge, well-lit, seating area, desk, and more! The bathroom is also well-lit and features a rain shower head and standard shower head!

Harrah’s provided complimentary room amenities that include: coffee bar, shampoo, conditioner, soaps, hand sanitizer, lotion, etc!

In terms of complimentary amenities on property, all guests will receive access to the 24/7 onsite gym, indoor pool, outdoor pool, and complimentary parking (both valet and self parking). The indoor pool is heated and open year round, so don’t forget to pack your bathing suit!

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Cherokee Casino –

Fun Fact – there are only four casino in North Carolina. The best NC casino is located here at Harrah’s Cherokee.

The Harrah’s Cherokee casino is part of Caesars Rewards, which means you can carry over your winning money from other Caesar’s properties (like the ones in Las Vegas) here to Cherokee! The casino itself is HUGE – over 150,000 feet full of gambling games! It features tons of slot machines, tables, a sportsbook, and more! This Cherokee Casino is open 24/7, with an adjacent food court!

One perk for me is that Harrah’s Casino no longer allows smoking indoors! This makes walking through the popular North Carolina casino much more pleasant! To smoke, guests must exit outside.

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Food and Beverage –

The variety of Food and Beverage options at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort blew me away! They had anything and everything you could want right here on property.

Please note – reservations fill up quickly, especially if you plan to visit on the weekend. Make reservations in advance for any restaurant you are interested in visiting.

I personally loved the variety of options at Guy Fieri’s restaurant and loved the beer options at Wicked Weed! There are so many amazing places to check out and explore though, so you really can’t go wrong!

Onsite Harrah’s Restaurants:

• BRIO Tuscan Grille – Italian cuisine
• Wicked Weed – brewery from Asheville, NC
• Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar – southern food
• Ruths’ Chris Steak House – popular steakhouse
• Noodle Bar – casual Asian cuisine
• Selu Garden Cafe – casual southern food
• Starbucks
• Various Bars
• Food Court: Dunkin Donuts, UNO Pizza, Earl of Sandwich, and Johnny Rockets

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Harrah’s onsite Entertainment –

Not only is Harrah’s Cherokee filled with fun casino games and good food, but they also have a ton of entertainment options.

For starters, Harrah’s has a large concert arena on property that brings in celebrities from all over the country. While we were there, Jamey Johnson performed on stage in front of a full house!

In addition to the live concerts, Harrah’s also has an arcade & bowling alley which is a perfect source of entertainment for adults and kids alike!

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Harrah’s Shopping

This resort has everything from fancy jewelry to branded knickknacks available for purchase! There are around a dozen different shops throughout the resort that each offer unique things!

The main shopping area is called “River Shops” and it features 5 unique shops side by side:

• Studio (luxury women’s apparel and jewelry)
• Top Drawer (luxury men’s apparel)
• Sequoyah Golf Shop
• Hazelwood Soaps – featured in below image
• The Cherokee Christmas Shops

Around the resort, you’ll also find a few additional stores and gift shops.

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FAQ about Harrah’s

Is Harrah’s Cherokee an all inclusive resort?
No.

Do you need to be 21+ to stay at Harrah’s?
Nope! You do have to be 21+ to enter the Casino area though – you’ll be ID’ed every time you enter.

Is this the only casino in NC?
There are four casinos in North Carolina. The list of casinos in North Carolina is provided below:
1. Harrah’s Cherokee – featured here
2. Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River (in Murphy NC)
3. Cherokee Tribal Bingo (in Cherokee, only bingo)
4. Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort (in Kings Mountain NC)

Is Harrah’s Cherokee pet friendly?
They do offer a limited number of pet-friendly rooms, located in the Soco Tower (smoking rooms). A nonrefundable deposit will apply.

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Things To Do Around Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort

The town of Cherokee is a fun area to explore year round. It is located right next to the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains and has plenty of outdoor hikes and activities nearby. You can also use this time to learn more about the Cherokee Indian Tribe by visiting the museum or going to their markets.

I personally loved visiting the Mingo Falls trail and the Great Smoky Mountains while in Cherokee, NC! They’re both so close to the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino (within 20 minutes) making them great for a quick afternoon trip!

To read more about what to do in Cherokee, check out this blog post!

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Overall, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort is a perfect vacation getaway to experience a fun atmosphere surrounded by mountains. I can’t wait to go back and restaurant-hop with friends or try my hand at gambling again.

Let me know your thoughts in the comments below – have you been to Harrah’s Cherokee?

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