What is Downtown Gatlinburg like?

Travellers to Gatlinburg's Downtown Gatlinburg neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Experience the best of Downtown Gatlinburg with a visit to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies during your trip.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg?

Based on our traveller data, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Gatlinburg. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Gatlinburg area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Gatlinburg, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 177 Downtown Gatlinburg hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Gatlinburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Gatlinburg.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Gatlinburg?

Be sure to get some family photos at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle while you're out sightseeing in Downtown Gatlinburg. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum are some other places worth a visit. Fort Fun, Gatlinburg Winery and Fannie Farkle's Family Fun Parlor are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Gatlinburg. Earthquake the Ride and Treasure Quest Miniature Golf are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Gatlinburg.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Gatlinburg hotels

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg

Jason

Rp1.118.084 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

2. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Sonia

Rp947.824 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

3. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg

Willie

Rp2.944.989 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway

Downtown Gatlinburg

Thomas

Rp843.884 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Private Balcony) | Private kitchen

5. River Edge Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Maurie

Rp1.510.838 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

6. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Jonathan

Rp1.131.364 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

7. Chalet Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Charles

Rp1.212.261 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

8. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

LaDonna

Rp1.957.093 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

9. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg

Joe

Rp3.156.963 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

10. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Marzena

Rp2.601.080 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

11. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Julie

Rp2.437.489 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Downtown Gatlinburg

Brandon

Rp1.077.299 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

13. River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Downtown Gatlinburg

Linda

Rp1.777.644 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Private spa tub

14. Reagan Resorts Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Yvette

Rp1.094.931 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

King Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 King Beds with Sofa Bed | Living area

15. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Michael

Rp3.060.489 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Anthony

Rp2.653.745 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

17. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg

Holly

Rp3.284.006 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

18. Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Michael

Rp1.121.987 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Condo, 2 Bedrooms (205) | Private kitchenette

19. Oak Square Rentals

Downtown Gatlinburg

Pamela

Rp3.488.854 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

20. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Downtown Gatlinburg

Maria

Rp1.160.053 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,050 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 619 reviews	View
Old Creek Lodge	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 591 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,013 reviews	View
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg

Find the best Downtown Gatlinburg areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

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Chalet Village North

Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.

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Top Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"We only stayed for one night. Friendly staff, property was clean, and the room was nice. So close to the aquarium and just a few minutes from most of the big attractions we came for."

Music Road Resort Hotel and Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Included breakfast is a definite draw for me and my family. This starts your day off with a solid meal. Scrambled eggs, biscuits, gravy, sausage patties, thoroughly cooked steel cut oats, fruit and yogurt with all the fixin's, cinnamon buns, bagels and cream cheese, milk and cereal, and of course, the old staple, fresh made waffles from the waffle maker. Coffee was hot and fresh. The food offerings were checked and refilled often. The staff were extraordinary and professional. We especially enjoyed the lazy river and pool area. There was an indoor AND an outdoor pool. Both water temps were kept comfortable. An outdoor jacuzzi was also available, but we did not use it. Towels were provided at poolside. The pool area was closing in on the end of the season, but was clean and serviceable. Hotel desk staff are great "tour guides" and are a virtual fountain of information. They are courteous, professional, and good natured. Check-in and check-outs were simple and FAST! Microwave, micro-fridge and coffee pot are included with the room. All were functional and in good working order. Pigeon Forge is where the action is. Gatlinburg is beautiful, but once you have shopped the downtown and road a skylift, you have done Gatlinburg. Troubles me to write this review because we may want to visit Pigeon Forge again, and may have to compete for rooms in this hotel. I recommend staying Monday-Friday. Weekends are hectic and traffic becomes a nightmare during the weekend. Kudos to the staff!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Gatlinburg hotels

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

2. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg

3. Bearskin Lodge on the River

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway

5. River Edge Inn

6. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

7. Chalet Inn

8. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

9. Old Creek Lodge

10. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

11. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

12. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

13. River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

14. Reagan Resorts Inn

15. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

16. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

17. The Greystone Lodge on the River

18. Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

19. Oak Square Rentals

20. Crossroads Inn & Suites

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Top Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

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