Come to a place that is the epitome of southern hospitality. High atop Monteagle Mountain lays the sleepy little town of Monteagle that serves as our home for the Best Western Smoke House Lodge. Here you will experience an area rich with history and natural attractions, while enjoying the convenience of being near interstate 24 and stopping exactly half way between Chicago and Miami. Our hotel offers something for everyone in your family. From spacious lodge rooms and suites to our luxury cabins, you are guaranteed a relaxing stay full of quiet evenings and days filled with adventure. Here at the hotel we offer a full service restaurant famous for home style cooking as well as activities such as volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, a children's playground, fishing pond, outdoor pool, and of course a southern favorite; horseshoes! After a full day of fun, retreat back to your room or cabin and enjoy a dip in your private spa. Or sit in front of your wood burning fireplace and await room service from the Smoke House restaurant. Whatever you choose to do, you can do with the confidence that our staff will be available to handle all your needs and make you as comfortable as possible. However, if you are someone who likes to get out and explore, you will be excited to know we are located near numerous area attractions. From exploring caves and natural areas, to shopping and great golf you can find something for the young and young at heart. Here, civil war and railroad history combine with modern flavor to give you a chance to experience this area's beginnings, and bring you into our present progress. Along the way one can enjoy hiking, swimming, white water rafting, canoeing, and of course the best part, lots of shopping in The Smokehouse Gift Shop a really unique southern shopping experience. Whether you want to sit down and dine or grab something on the run, we promise a variety of flavors to satisfy any palate. So, let us welcome you into our family and show you all the reasons we are proud to call this area home. Remember your next outing doesn't have to be just a trip in the car; it can be an adventure in which to build family traditions that will last for years to come.