VIP Experience

In addition to luxurious one-bedroom villa accommodations and special amenities at Westgate Resorts, you’ll enjoy VIP treatment throughout the length of your event vacation, including:

– A fun-filled VIP Welcone Party complete with DJ, open bar, dinner and prizes

– Personal Concierge Services

– Complimentary transportation to and from your event

Harrah's Cherokee Casino

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Events Center is located near the North Carolina border just a mile from the entrance to the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway and just a short, scenic mountain drive from Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa in Gatlinburg, TN.

Situated amidst the wildflowers and waterfalls of the Cherokee Indian homeland and nestled at the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll find the welcoming grand lobby of Harrah’s 21-story luxury hotel. An elevated walkway over Soco Creek leads to the only casino gaming venue in North Carolina – offering slots, video gaming, digital blackjack, baccarito, a poker room and more.

In 2010, the casino added the 3,000-seat Events Center as part of a $633 million expansion that included a full kitchen, four VIP suites, box seating and more than 1,100 balcony seats. Concession areas are located on all floors of the center and LCD screens are strategically placed throughout. In addition, the 60’ x 40’ stage is framed by large 32-foot screens with HD resolution.

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park offers cabin-style luxury in the heart of Tennessee’s spectacular Great Smoky Mountains. You’ll enjoy spacious accommodations featuring all the comforts of home, plus a wide variety of exquisite resort amenities ranging from hiking trails, two heated outdoor swimming pools and recreational options to an award-winning on-site restaurant, a world class spa and the year-round, indoor/outdoor Wild Bear Falls water park!

The resort sits adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park – the most visited national park in the U.S. Enjoy spectacular views and cabin-styled architecture at Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort where you’ll appreciate a fully-equipped kitchen, private balcony or patio and many more luxuries and amenities.

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort Amenities

• Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
• Westgate Smokehouse Express
• The Roaring Fork
• Marketplace
• Serenity Spa by Westgate
• Two Heated Outdoor Pools (seasonal)
• Two Hot Tubs
• Fitness Center
• Playground
• Game Room
• BBQ Grills
• Trolley Service to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge
• 24-Hour Smoky Mountain Marketplace
• Concierge Service
• Attraction Tickets Desk
• DVD Rentals
• High-Speed Wireless Internet Access – Fee will apply
• ATM
• 24-Hour Front Desk & Security

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort Restaurants

Westgate Smokehouse Express

Enjoy a delicious dinner on-site by visiting the Smokehouse Express where you’ll find award-winning barbecue such as St. Louis BBQ ribs, smoked beef brisket, pulled pork, and chicken. The Smokehouse Grill offers breakfast and dinner daily and also features steaks, pasta, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, salads and a flavorful kid’s menu.

The Roaring Fork

Conveniently located on the second floor of the onsite Wild Bear Falls indoor water park complex, The Roaring Fork is the perfect spot to grab a quick burger, hot dog, chicken tenders, pizza or sandwich. This classic fast-food All-American grill also offers fresh salads and other snacks.

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park