CHEROKEE NC, 2018 Rally info....

[Ewreck]

Stayed at Best Western directly next door on my return trip and it's definitely an upgrade. Not sure what the summer rate would be. Don't get me wrong, Super 8 is ok unless your picky. I've slept in way worse for more $$$. There's a hotel/casino about 15 miles outside Cortez, Ute Mountain is the name and it looks nice. Good Mexican Restaurant within walking distance of S 8 called La Casita. A few mom n pop breakfast dives close too. Market directly across street also if you hate eating out every day. Refrig n micro in rooms.

[gadgeteer]

Stayed at Best Western directly next door on my return trip and it's definitely an upgrade. Not sure what the summer rate would be. Don't get me wrong, Super 8 is ok unless your picky. I've slept in way worse for more $$$. There's a hotel/casino about 15 miles outside Cortez, Ute Mountain is the name and it looks nice. Good Mexican Restaurant within walking distance of S 8 called La Casita. A few mom n pop breakfast dives close too. Market directly across street also if you hate eating out every day. Refrig n micro in rooms.

Just checked out Ute Mountain Casino. . . WOW! It's only 1 1/2 years old. Looks pretty darn good. Might have to check it out when time gets close enough for me to make a decision. GO - NO GO.

[Az Wingrider]

Actually the Ute Mountain Casino is probably closer to 15 years old. It has been through two renovations I am aware of. Also it is on reservation land so they don't serve alcohol. Not a bad buffet but it has a reputation of having very low payouts on the gambling.

[jmdaniel]

Stayed at Best Western directly next door on my return trip and it's definitely an upgrade. Not sure what the summer rate would be. Don't get me wrong, Super 8 is ok unless your picky. I've slept in way worse for more $$$. There's a hotel/casino about 15 miles outside Cortez, Ute Mountain is the name and it looks nice. Good Mexican Restaurant within walking distance of S 8 called La Casita. A few mom n pop breakfast dives close too. Market directly across street also if you hate eating out every day. Refrig n micro in rooms.

Thanks for the recon and recommendation. I booked at the Best Western this morning, so I guess my name can get added to the list!