Where to Stay in Gatlinburg → Best Hotels (with Prices!)

Welcome to Gatlinburg, your getaway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, amazing landscapes, and outdoor adventures. You will be impressed by the things that this city has to offer so let’s go!

Gatlinburg is located in Tennessee and is a famous stop for travelers who want to explore the Great Smoky Mountains, National Park. However, Downtown Gatlinburg itself is worth a visit with its fun attractions such as Ripley’s Aquarium, interesting museums, Ripley’s Believe it or Not! and a great selection of restaurants and bars.

In this blog post on where to stay in Gatlinburg, I will talk about the best hotels from luxury to budget for all kinds of travelers. I will give accommodation options that are perfect for families, couples, and outdoor lovers. But once you find your ideal hotel I highly recommend you make your reservation in advance to secure your place and get better deals as these best of the best hotels tend to fill up so quickly!

So, let’s get started!

If you are in a hurry

Here are the best hotels in Gatlinburg from luxury to budget. They all have amazing reviews and great locations!

Here is a map of the hotels in Gatlinburg that I will be talking about in this blog post so you can easily understand their locations. 

Luxury (US$200 and up)

Holiday Inn Club – This centrally located hotel has all you need for a pleasant stay in Gatlinburg. You will love the outdoor, and heated indoor pool and spacious hotel rooms with a nice view. Holiday Inn Club features a fully-equipped fitness center, a good continental breakfast, free parking, and a kids playground plus restaurants and shopping centers are just around the corner. 

Hilton Garden Inn –  Located Downtown, Hilton Garden Inn offers comfortable rooms with a private balcony, a fitness center, a swimming pool, complimentary breakfast, and free parking. You can relax in the hot tub or have a glass of wine by the fireplace while enjoying the beautiful views. It is also just a few minutes’ drive to the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. For those who specifically want to explore the national park, have a look at my dedicated post on the best places to stay in the Smoky Mountains.

Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail –  Overlooking the beautiful woods, this hotel is perfect for nature lovers. I love the hot tub and swimming pool where you watch the amazing scenery and the relaxing garden area with a fireplace. The hotel rooms are family-friendly and have modern amenities and this hotel gives you the best of both worlds as you can go hiking to the woods of the Smokies and also easily access the downtown attractions.

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg – You will fall in love with this hotel’s stunning outdoor pool nestled in the woods. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg boasts a fully-equipped fitness center, free parking, and a great breakfast. You can relax on your room’s private terrace and watch the beautiful view of the Little Pigeon River.

Greystone Lodge on the River – For those who want to have a relaxing getaway this hotel offers charming rooms with views of the Smokies, an outdoor swimming pool, a fabulous breakfast, private parking, and free wifi. You will love the poolside overlooking the river and downtown attractions and the shopping centers are just a short drive. 

Mid Range (US$130 – US$200)

Baskin’s Creek Condos – This hotel offers a swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, free parking, and a hot tub. You will love the view of your condo that has an epic river and Smokies view.  You can do many outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and all the downtown attractions are just a few minutes’ drives.

The Appy Lodge – The Apply Lodge boasts 2 swimming pools, a fitness center, a hot tub, and free parking. All of the hotel rooms have great amenities and private balconies overlooking the mountains. At night, enjoy drinks by the fireplace in the nice garden area with a friendly atmosphere. If you want more lodge options, check out these stunning Airbnbs in Gatlinburg!

Venus Lodges Condos – Imagine staying in a room with views of the mountains! Venus Lodges Canoes offers spacious rooms with a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace, and a large terrace overlooking the woods. It also has a central location in Downtown Gatlinburg that enables you to access everything easily. 

Bearskin Lodge on the River – Nestled in the woods, this hotel features spacious rooms with a fireplace, a fitness center, a swimming pool with a lazy river, and a very good breakfast. If I were staying in this hotel I would spend all my time by the charming poolside watching the amazing scenery. 

Fairfield Inn & Suites – Centrally located in Downtown, this hotel features a well-equipped fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, hot tubs, free parking, and a fabulous breakfast. You will love the chic hotel restaurant with a fireplace and spacious hotel rooms overlooking the woods. 

Budget (up to US$130)

Glades View Condos – If you are traveling on a budget this hotel is one of the best places to stay in Gatlinburg that offers spacious rooms with a large terrace overlooking the forest, free wifi, and parking. You can cook food in your room’s fully equipped kitchen and have dinner while enjoying the peaceful views. 

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg – This hotel features a spa with hot tubs, a large outdoor swimming pool, comfortable rooms, free wifi, and an on-site bar. You will love the cozy lounge area with a fireplace where you can have drinks and chill and in the morning a very good breakfast is waiting for you.

Gatlinburg Inn – Gatlinburg Inn offers cabin-style rooms with a fireplace and private patio, a charming outdoor pool, free parking, and a great breakfast. You can sunbathe by the pool while watching the mountains or enjoy rocking chairs on the private patio of your cabin. Thanks to its great location you can easily access hiking trails and downtown attractions. 

River Edge Inn – River Edge Inn has more than you expect from a budget hotel. This hotel boasts 2 swimming pools, beautifully decorated rooms with a fireplace, a nice garden area, and free parking. You can do activities like cycling and the city center is just a short drive.

Gatlinburg View Lodge – This hotel features comfortable rooms, a game room, free wifi, and a shared kitchen. There is a lovely garden area in the woods where you can chill and have a coffee and you can easily access hiking trails and the city center. 

FAQs about Where to Stay in Gatlinburg

🗺️ What is the best area to stay in Gatlinburg TN? 

Downtown Gatlinburg is the best area to stay in Gatlinburg TN, thanks to having a bit of everything in one place. Some of the best hotels to stay here are Holiday Inn Club and Hilton Garden Inn.

🤔 Is it better to stay in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge? 

If you want easy access to the restaurants and attractions, Gatlinburg is a better place to stay as everything you need is close to each other in the downtown area and the Smoky Mountains. Families might like Pigeon Forge better though as it has a lot of kid-friendly attractions. 

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Which hotels in Gatlinburg are good for families? 

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Conclusion

That was quite a tour! I am sure you will have a great time in Gatlinburg discovering the area, enjoying the outdoors, and eating tasty food.

I hope this blog post on where to stay in Gatlinburg helped you find your ideal hotel and you have already made your reservation! If not, be quick because these hotels are selling too fast!

I know I have already given you 15 hotel options but if you still can’t decide which one to choose and wanna hear my absolute 2 favorite ones here are the best hotels to stay in Gatlinburg that have an ideal location:

• Holiday Inn Club – The best luxury hotel in downtown Gatlinburg that has great facilities and spacious rooms
• Baskin’s Creek Condos – A great place to stay in Gatlinburg that has easy access to the attractions and comfortable rooms

Enjoy your time in Gatlinburg and let me know If you have any other suggestions or questions about Gatlinburg by leaving a comment below. I will be more than happy to reply!

Have a great trip, 

Eylul