Gatlinburg Falls is a sprawling hillside resort packed with huge, individually-owned private cabins, surrounded by woods and views of the Smoky Mountains. The lodging varies from more intimate one-bedroom cabins to enormous nine-bedrooms, and because they have different owners, they also vary in decor and condition, and guests should be aware of this. Each cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, game room, and one or more large decks, making them great for families or large groups on longer stays. However, no attractions are within walking distance, and there are no restaurants here. The resort, in a relaxed woodland setting, caters to those looking for seclusion from the tourist attractions and traffic of Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg Falls is a sprawling hillside resort packed with huge, individually-owned private cabins, surrounded by woods and views of the Smoky Mountains. The lodging varies from more intimate one-bedroom cabins to enormous nine-bedrooms, and because they have different owners, they also vary in decor and condition, and guests should be aware of this. Each cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, game room, and one or more large decks, making them great for families or large groups on longer stays. However, no attractions are within walking distance, and there are no restaurants here. The resort, in a relaxed woodland setting, caters to those looking for seclusion from the tourist attractions and traffic of Gatlinburg.
Courtyard Gatlinburg is a mid-range hotel just a five-minute walk south of Gatlinburg’s biggest attractions, like the Space Needle and Gatlinburg Convention Center. Opened in 2015, the decor is modern throughout and offers a lot of indoor and outdoor public spaces. The rooms are clean and contemporary with coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, though no safes. Features include an indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, restaurant, gym, snack shop, and meeting spaces. Breakfast is hot and made-to-order, but costs a fee. Family travelers might want to consider the Bearskin Lodge on the River Hotel, as it has a lazy river and outdoor pool, offers a free breakfast, and is right next to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Courtyard Gatlinburg is a mid-range hotel just a five-minute walk south of Gatlinburg’s biggest attractions, like the Space Needle and Gatlinburg Convention Center. Opened in 2015, the decor is modern throughout and offers a lot of indoor and outdoor public spaces. The rooms are clean and contemporary with coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, though no safes. Features include an indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, restaurant, gym, snack shop, and meeting spaces. Breakfast is hot and made-to-order, but costs a fee. Family travelers might want to consider the Bearskin Lodge on the River Hotel, as it has a lazy river and outdoor pool, offers a free breakfast, and is right next to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The 77-room Country Inn & Suites by Carlson is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel that's conveniently located within walking distance of most major Gatlinburg attractions. Rooms are modern, with fresh color schemes of gray and lime green. They're equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, and some have furnished balconies. Breakfast is free, as are parking, Wi-Fi, and daily newspapers. The indoor pool is open year-round, but the fitness center is tiny, with just four machines. Still, it's a nice addition for this often basic brand. Other pluses are coin-operated laundry facilities and a 24/7 computer desk. Pets are allowed for a fee. As an alternative, the nearby Crossroads Inn and Suites is a similar property, with a seasonal outdoor pool and separate kids' pool.
The 77-room Country Inn & Suites by Carlson is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel that's conveniently located within walking distance of most major Gatlinburg attractions. Rooms are modern, with fresh color schemes of gray and lime green. They're equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, and some have furnished balconies. Breakfast is free, as are parking, Wi-Fi, and daily newspapers. The indoor pool is open year-round, but the fitness center is tiny, with just four machines. Still, it's a nice addition for this often basic brand. Other pluses are coin-operated laundry facilities and a 24/7 computer desk. Pets are allowed for a fee. As an alternative, the nearby Crossroads Inn and Suites is a similar property, with a seasonal outdoor pool and separate kids' pool.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Gatlinburg on the River is a pleasantly rustic budget property with a convenient location for tourist families and couples. The restaurants of Gatlinburg are within a 10-minute walk or quick drive and Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 10 minutes' drive. The 67 rooms are classic, but slightly dated in decor, and all have mini-fridges, microwaves, and balconies overlooking Little Pigeon River. Some rooms and suites have fireplaces and hot tubs. Features include an indoor pool in a light-filled space, a lovely terrace with a fire pit, and free hearty buffet breakfast. Wi-Fi is free and there are guest laundry facilities. Families might prefer Crossroads Inn and Suites, which has an outdoor pool and a kiddy pool, and (typically) lower rates.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Gatlinburg on the River is a pleasantly rustic budget property with a convenient location for tourist families and couples. The restaurants of Gatlinburg are within a 10-minute walk or quick drive and Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 10 minutes' drive. The 67 rooms are classic, but slightly dated in decor, and all have mini-fridges, microwaves, and balconies overlooking Little Pigeon River. Some rooms and suites have fireplaces and hot tubs. Features include an indoor pool in a light-filled space, a lovely terrace with a fire pit, and free hearty buffet breakfast. Wi-Fi is free and there are guest laundry facilities. Families might prefer Crossroads Inn and Suites, which has an outdoor pool and a kiddy pool, and (typically) lower rates.
This historic, lower-middle-range property has a fantastic location on one of Gatlinburg’s main streets. Although the surrounding area is convenient for tourists, there’s plenty to love on-site, too. Guests who appreciate retro decor will enjoy the vintage furnishings in the common areas and 70 spacious rooms. Rooms come in several varieties, which can include features like wraparound balconies and adjacent parlors. Amenities aren’t plentiful, but an outdoor pool area offers great views of the Space Needle and Sky Lift, and there’s great live music every night on the front porch. Fantastic hospitality includes a free hot breakfast buffet and all-day refreshments. For more modern rooms and a mountain location, guests may prefer the Park Vista – Doubletree by Hilton Hotel – Gatlinburg.
This historic, lower-middle-range property has a fantastic location on one of Gatlinburg’s main streets. Although the surrounding area is convenient for tourists, there’s plenty to love on-site, too. Guests who appreciate retro decor will enjoy the vintage furnishings in the common areas and 70 spacious rooms. Rooms come in several varieties, which can include features like wraparound balconies and adjacent parlors. Amenities aren’t plentiful, but an outdoor pool area offers great views of the Space Needle and Sky Lift, and there’s great live music every night on the front porch. Fantastic hospitality includes a free hot breakfast buffet and all-day refreshments. For more modern rooms and a mountain location, guests may prefer the Park Vista – Doubletree by Hilton Hotel – Gatlinburg.
The 64-room Highlands Condominium is a mid-range property with wonderful mountain views, a five-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each Townhome has a full kitchen, flat-screen TVs, a stone fireplace, and a furnished balcony, and all units are individually designed making some far more stylish and modern than others. Two outdoor pools plus an indoor and an outdoor hot tub are a highlight for guests. There are also two saunas plus a fitness center and three outdoor grilling areas. Free Wi-Fi runs throughout and parking is free. However, housekeeping is provided by request only and there isn't a restaurant or breakfast served on site.
The 64-room Highlands Condominium is a mid-range property with wonderful mountain views, a five-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each Townhome has a full kitchen, flat-screen TVs, a stone fireplace, and a furnished balcony, and all units are individually designed making some far more stylish and modern than others. Two outdoor pools plus an indoor and an outdoor hot tub are a highlight for guests. There are also two saunas plus a fitness center and three outdoor grilling areas. Free Wi-Fi runs throughout and parking is free. However, housekeeping is provided by request only and there isn't a restaurant or breakfast served on site.
The Brookside Resort is a retro, budget property with with 98 rooms. It's a 20-minute walk from downtown Gatlinburg and near the trolley stop, with a serene riverfront location complete with fly fishing and barbecue grills. Kid-friendly pools have waterslides and there are also a kids' pool, a hot tub, a fitness center and outdoor basketball and volleyball. Most rooms have riverside balconies, flat-screen TVs, and fireplaces, and suites offer kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs, but they also have old-fashioned decor. Guests in search of more modern digs might want to check out the nearby Old Creek Lodge, which provides updated rooms.
The Brookside Resort is a retro, budget property with with 98 rooms. It's a 20-minute walk from downtown Gatlinburg and near the trolley stop, with a serene riverfront location complete with fly fishing and barbecue grills. Kid-friendly pools have waterslides and there are also a kids' pool, a hot tub, a fitness center and outdoor basketball and volleyball. Most rooms have riverside balconies, flat-screen TVs, and fireplaces, and suites offer kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs, but they also have old-fashioned decor. Guests in search of more modern digs might want to check out the nearby Old Creek Lodge, which provides updated rooms.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Edgewater Hotel is a solid choice for anyone who wants to stay in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. Perched on a tree-covered hillside overlooking Cliff Branch stream, it’s in a peaceful setting but just a short walk to restaurants and many top attractions. Its 205 rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, and have private balconies. But units feel a bit stuffy, with aged bedspreads and carpet, and show some wear. Standout features include an indoor/outdoor pool a small gym, and free breakfast served in a bright and cheery room. Travelers looking for a hotel with a pool may wish to check rates at nearby Sleep Inn & Suites.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Edgewater Hotel is a solid choice for anyone who wants to stay in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. Perched on a tree-covered hillside overlooking Cliff Branch stream, it’s in a peaceful setting but just a short walk to restaurants and many top attractions. Its 205 rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, and have private balconies. But units feel a bit stuffy, with aged bedspreads and carpet, and show some wear. Standout features include an indoor/outdoor pool a small gym, and free breakfast served in a bright and cheery room. Travelers looking for a hotel with a pool may wish to check rates at nearby Sleep Inn & Suites.
On a creek at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, the 186-room Sidney James Mountain Lodge is a laid-back budget property five blocks from downtown, with a trolley stop outside. Comfy, old-style rooms have mini-fridges, and some have fireplaces and small balconies. Suites offer whirlpool tubs and there are cabins for extra privacy. Facilities include a gym, a sauna, large meeting room, and laundry facilities. There's also plenty for families, including a poolside cafe, three indoor and outdoor pools, a kids' pool, and a hot tub. Barbecue grills on the creek add to the leisurely atmosphere. For better-maintained interiors, travelers may want to consider the pricier Old Creek Lodge.
On a creek at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, the 186-room Sidney James Mountain Lodge is a laid-back budget property five blocks from downtown, with a trolley stop outside. Comfy, old-style rooms have mini-fridges, and some have fireplaces and small balconies. Suites offer whirlpool tubs and there are cabins for extra privacy. Facilities include a gym, a sauna, large meeting room, and laundry facilities. There's also plenty for families, including a poolside cafe, three indoor and outdoor pools, a kids' pool, and a hot tub. Barbecue grills on the creek add to the leisurely atmosphere. For better-maintained interiors, travelers may want to consider the pricier Old Creek Lodge.
The family-run, 1950s-inspired Mountain House Motor Inn Downtown is in line with most budget hotels in terms of aesthetics and amenities. The 57 rooms are mostly plain, with some dated-looking fixtures and worn carpets. However, there are some unexpected modern features that set it apart from your run-of-the-mill motel, like free property-wide Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs and microwaves in the rooms. Some rooms have whirlpools and fireplaces. Two pools -- one is heated -- are pluses, as is the free parking and the proximity to both Gatlinburg’s main attractions in The Village and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. For a slightly more upscale experience with the same location benefits, the three-pearl Park Vista – Doubletree by Hilton Hotel has a restaurant, fitness center, and game room.
The family-run, 1950s-inspired Mountain House Motor Inn Downtown is in line with most budget hotels in terms of aesthetics and amenities. The 57 rooms are mostly plain, with some dated-looking fixtures and worn carpets. However, there are some unexpected modern features that set it apart from your run-of-the-mill motel, like free property-wide Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs and microwaves in the rooms. Some rooms have whirlpools and fireplaces. Two pools -- one is heated -- are pluses, as is the free parking and the proximity to both Gatlinburg’s main attractions in The Village and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. For a slightly more upscale experience with the same location benefits, the three-pearl Park Vista – Doubletree by Hilton Hotel has a restaurant, fitness center, and game room.