Route 19 Inn is the kind of hotel where Elvis, Ray, Hank, Patsy and Johnny might've stayed while on tour back in the day. Whether you pull up in your Harley or your Hudson Hornet, we think it's the kind of place you'll want to stay on your next mountain road trip. In the glory days of road trips, when you wanted to motor West, Route 66 was the highway that's the best.
But in the East, it was U.S. Highway 19 to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park of North Carolina and Tennessee. In 1948, during the height of the road-trip era, Rocky Waters Motel opened to travelers along that iconic highway to the North Carolina mountains. Today, it's revitalized and reopened in midcentury mountain style as Route 19 Inn in scenic Maggie Valley, NC, near Waynesville, Cherokee and Asheville.
But in the East, it was U.S. Highway 19 to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park of North Carolina and Tennessee. In 1948, during the height of the road-trip era, Rocky Waters Motel opened to travelers along that iconic highway to the North Carolina mountains. Today, it's revitalized and reopened in midcentury mountain style as Route 19 Inn in scenic Maggie Valley, NC, near Waynesville, Cherokee and Asheville.
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From Highway 19, you'll cross a bridge and enter a secluded enclave of mid-century mountain charm. The Inn has been meticulously restored by a team of resort operators, artisans and former Disney executives and Imagineers to create an experience that delivers nostalgia in a fresh, clean, updated environment.
Snap a photo while riding our stationary motorcycle in front of our mural tribute to the nearby famous Tail of the Dragon Road that runs through the Smoky Mountains across the Tennessee / North Carolina line. Marvel at the realism of the native wildlife carved into our totem pole, crafted by a local wood artisan.
Reviews (10)
J. Wood
Jan 04, 2022
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Jacqueline Fox
Dec 06, 2021
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Stayed here last week and it was okay. I was excited to try a renovated trendy motel type concept to do something different. The location was easy to find and it’s about 20 minutes from Waynesville and 40 minutes from Asheville. The mountains are an amazing backdrop to this little Maggie Valley town. However, the beds weren’t as cozy as I’d prefer. The beds come with a paper thin blanket and a paper thin throw blanket. And then there’s a lightweight fleece blanket they had to the side that we threw on top. It was very minimal warmth and didn’t give me that cozy in bed feeling. And I don’t
Amber Hood
Nov 26, 2021
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Michelle Quintana
Nov 21, 2021
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Renee Corbett
Nov 13, 2021
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Everything was WONDERFUL!!!!! Really really enjoyed our weekend getaway to celebrate November Birthdays and our Anniversary. Staff was super cool and so very Nice!!! Loved the theme of the Inn. Will definitely come back. Also, thank you for the birthday card from the Staff. That gesture made my day so Special!!! This is the Best Place to stay in Maggie Valley!!.
Rhoni B.
Oct 24, 2021
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Jeff Wolfe
Oct 05, 2021
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We loved our stay! We have stayed at this location for over 40 years going back to when it was the Rocky Waters Motel. We were so excited to see that it had been opened again as the Route 19 Inn. What the new owners have done with the remodel and theme is awesome, taking the inn back to its origin. The 50's, 60's theme is so perfect. Now with all that said, the owners were so gracious and accommodating. All the staff went out of their way to ensure our stay was pleasant. They too were so friendly. The rooms were so clean! We will definitely be staying again.
Scott Seegars
Jul 17, 2021
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The wife and I stayed here our second time in a month this weekend. This was our anniversary weekend and we wanted to stay somewhere we already knew. Clean, neat place. The beds are comfortable and I could ʟɪᴠᴇ in those super hot showers. We were very impressed with the rest of the property as well and are planning on bringing the kids here next summer to stay in one of the cabins. The owner let us take the keys to one and check it out when we were leaving Saturday.
You can't go wrong staying here. Prices are great, service is awesome.
You can't go wrong staying here. Prices are great, service is awesome.
Guru Prasath Ramamoorthy
Jul 16, 2021
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To start with..This is a awesome place to stay.
We stayed for a night and the room was very clean. Staff was very helpful and polite.
For breakfast -muffins, cinnamon roll, fruits and coffee was offered..
It has children play area, beautiful creek running on one end, little off from the road so no noise etc ...I can keep adding so many positive points..
We will definitely look to stay here in future again...
We stayed for a night and the room was very clean. Staff was very helpful and polite.
For breakfast -muffins, cinnamon roll, fruits and coffee was offered..
It has children play area, beautiful creek running on one end, little off from the road so no noise etc ...I can keep adding so many positive points..
We will definitely look to stay here in future again...
Shannon Dinsmore
Jul 16, 2021
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We loved our stay at this adorable motel! The rooms are renovated and comfortable. The access to the creek is fantastic; we spent a lot of time hanging outside and enjoying the fresh air and sound of the creek. The owners are sweet and accommodating. If and when we come back to the area, we won't hesitate to stay again.
