Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Travelers find peaceful lakeside accommodations at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages, where free self parking and express check-in/out make arrivals hassle-free

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March 2026

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Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages near Santeetlah Lake offers a quiet getaway with WiFi, garden, terrace, and BBQ grills. This smoke-free property has laundry facilities and is praised for its efficient express check-out service.

Very good

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
Housekeeping

Room options

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Jan 19 - Jan 20

Tomorrow

Jan 20 - Jan 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

180 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

183 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

City Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Business Single Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

190 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

275 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

275 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

350 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Family Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

340 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

360 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

410 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Annex Building

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

2 bathrooms

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

415 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Classic Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Romantic Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

440 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Honeymoon Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

320 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

730 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Economy Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

730 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

900 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 9
1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

2 bathrooms

Microwave

1194 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 9
4 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

312 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

900 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 9
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

275 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden Area

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

275 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Gallery Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Family Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Fridge

TV

3 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

900 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Economy Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

Business Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Futon

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About the area

Located in Robbinsville, Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages is in the city centre. While the natural beauty of Santeetlah Lake and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Fontana Village Resort Marina. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Fontana Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

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290 N Main St, Robbinsville, NC, 28771

What's nearby

Cheoah River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Graham County Historical Association - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Junaluska Medicine Trail - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Santeetlah Lake - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 42 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kin Cafe - ‬5 min walk
‪Caffe De Olla - ‬2 min drive
‪Papas Pizza - ‬7 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
‪Pacifico Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Motel near Santeetlah Lake

You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks such as:

Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
A vending machine, smoke-free property and barbecues

Room features

All guest rooms at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as

Other amenities include:

Showers and hairdryers
32-inch TVs with cable channels
Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Phillips Historic & Cottages

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Motel

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Robbinsville

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Motel Robbinsville

Frequently asked questions

Is Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages located?

Located in the heart of Robbinsville, this motel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Santeetlah Lake and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and Fontana Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

3 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent stay clean room comfortable bed reasonable rates and they even have covered parking for motorcycles I can’t be more happy with this stay thank you Phillips motel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

19 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The place is a bit dated but, very clean! Cool dragon decorations in front of the property. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I'll be returning and telling all my friends about it!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

5 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The room was fine for what we needed. It just had a few maintenance issues. Nothing big it was comfortable and clean.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

8 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great price for a nice room

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

31 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owners are so nice and the property is a unique place that encourages guest interaction. Cool sculpture in front and plenty of outdoor seating. I personally appreciated the friendly cat on the property. Only a 15 minute drive to Dragons Tail.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

6 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and comfy.

As outdated as this place looks, it was actually very clean and comfortable. The bed was nice, the shower pressure was great, the water was hot. Bill is super friendly and accommodating. I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

10 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The rooms were kept nice and clean! The guy that runs the place is very nice and was very polite to answering any questions we had.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

6 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

This was our 2nd time staying here! Its nice, clean, and quiet! If we ever come to area again we will rebook.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Makayla

8 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Phillips was very clean and the guys at the desk were super friendly! The property out front had many cool sculptures. It is located close to several gas stations and fast food restaurants as well as an Ingles. In spite of being close to these things, the property was fairly quiet. Only complaint is that there is limited parking out front, however there are a few more parking spaces affiliated with the hotel behind the restaurant next door that we utilized. Overall was a clean and comfy experience.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

23 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice size room, very comfortable beds. Bill was very accommodating. We were traveling on motorcycles and got caught in bad weather on the way there. We were afraid we wouldn't make it before he closed. He told me he would leave the key out for us and we could settle up with him in the morning. This motel is old but clean. No bugs!!! Great location and covered parking for motorcycles.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nelson

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice old town with fantastic people

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

EVELYN

10 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good clean place to stay. Decent rates. Clean and quiet and comfy. Would definitely stay again. Nothing too fancy but has the basics and is clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hung

8 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great host!

It's always a pleasure to stay here at the Historic Phillips Motel. I'm up here twice a year for Tougefest. Will continue giving them my loyal business

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quaint Mom and Pop place. Super friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Philips Historic Motel

Was a blast staying here for 1 night! Very nice staff, cute cat, clean room, and well priced. Would come again!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Scot

2 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everyone was friendly and we had everything we needed! Bed was very comfortable! The place could use some updating!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dale

25 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Easy check in. Rooms are nice and clean. Quiet easy parking.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Owner is extremely nice! I love how this place has old charm about it. Really makes me feel at home. This is my second time staying here and i will stay here again when i come to the area again. Very clean and charming!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

alex

6 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was close to where i was going it was small quiet and comfortable , expedia sucks but thats not tje hotels fault

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Economically priced. Well maintained. Very friendly staff! Great fire pit! Street noise can be annoying.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

19 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean, courteous, and convenient

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mihail

9 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff and no pressure approach. They offer maps with the loops and for the money paid, the deal was good for a full house accommodating two families. The house was clean and everything provided worked. A bit dated maybe, but functional. Slept well.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanford

25 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Group of 5. Stayed in two rooms then changed travel plans and stayed another night in a 3 bedroom. Change to 3 bedroom was simple and easy. Staff supplied us with anything we needed. Will definitely stay again. Place is clean.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Johnathan

16 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Service was excellent, very happy with the staff. The room was also generally very clean and pretty comfortable. The downsides were primarily in room condition. There is a lot of fit and finish that should be done to bring the rooms up to a suitable standard. I appreciate the historic nature of the motel and don't expect remodeling, though there were issues like missing/damaged trim, pretty poor paint, poor seal around the window AC, etc. I also would have appreciated black out curtains or blinds as a lot of light came through the existing, small curtains. My only complaint cleanliness wise was that I saw what appeared to be black mold growing beneath the showerhead on the wood panels. Otherwise the room was very clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

18 May 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

I arrived early around 1 pm and was able to check in, the man behind the counter seemed nice and friendly. The property is very old, dark and outdated. It is not a place that I would recommend to a family. However this area caters to motorcyclist and I would stay there again for an overnight bike trip especially since they have carports for motorcycles to use. The room was also a fairly large size and easy to access. Things I didn’t like: The walls are very dark, the electrical was outdated and converter boxes plugged into them for 3 prong plugs. The bathroom was somewhat updated but was not done professionally and the hot water only lasted about 5 minutes. There was a traditional full size coffee maker with everything to make a pot of coffee but the ground coffee was in a sealed pack and I didn’t have scissors or a knife to open it. There were ants on the nights stand both dead and alive. The carpet was very old, dark and dirty and I was not comfortable walking barefoot on it. This could be a very nice place to stay with some cosmetic updates. But it is a nice place to stay if you don’t care about that and want a short drive to cherahola skyway, the tail of the dragon and the moonshiner.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025