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McKinley Edwards Inn

4.8(261)
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About

McKinley Edwards Inn offers a serene mountain retreat in Bryson City with rustic rooms accented by modern comforts. The inn features a beautifully landscaped courtyard with a koi pond and fire pit, creating a peaceful setting for small corporate gatherings or quiet team retreats.

Guests enjoy an upgraded continental breakfast served in a bright sunroom, while the inn’s proximity to downtown and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park makes it a convenient base for combining work with outdoor exploration. The welcoming atmosphere and thoughtful service enhance any business stay.

Best for

  • Mountain retreat for executive offsites
  • Multi-night stays near Great Smoky Mountains
  • Casual team breakfasts & morning meetups

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Manicured courtyard with koi pond and fire pit
Outdoor Space
Manicured courtyard with koi pond and fire pit
A beautifully landscaped courtyard separates the guest rooms from the main house, featuring a tranquil koi pond and a fire pit that enhance the peaceful mountain setting.
Upgraded continental breakfast with fresh, thoughtful offerings
Breakfast Experience
Upgraded continental breakfast with fresh, thoughtful offerings
Breakfast includes standout items like blueberry French toast with orange sauce, fresh fruit, granola served in glass dessert bowls, and hot coffee served in a bright sunroom with indoor and outdoor seating.
Hillside location overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains
Historic Mountain Setting
Hillside location overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains
Located on a hillside above downtown Bryson City, the inn offers serene mountain views and easy access to local attractions like the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 261 reviews