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Our top choices for Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.

1. Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"It was very nice, clean well kept, close to the Smoky Mountain National Park entrance in Townsend, TN"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp1.609.298
Rp1.894.994 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Townsend Gateway Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, and a view of a balcony with a railing.

2. Highland Manor Inn

Highland Manor Inn
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (855 reviews)
"The front desk clerk was very friendly and took care of us!"
United States
Ann
The price is Rp2.160.796
Rp2.544.338 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Highland Manor Inn
A modern house with a stone wall in front, a fire pit in the center, and people sitting around it.

3. The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
0.3 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (239 reviews)
"Would definitely go back again!"
United States
Stefan
The price is Rp1.751.350
Rp2.062.214 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains
A living room with a blue sofa, a white armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

4. Townsend River Breeze Inn

Townsend River Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
0.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (791 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is Rp1.850.693
Rp2.179.062 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Townsend River Breeze Inn
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Tremont Lodge & Resort

Tremont Lodge & Resort
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (709 reviews)
"good location"
United States
Scott
The price is Rp1.810.461
Rp2.583.868 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Tremont Lodge & Resort
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

6. Best Western Cades Cove Inn

Best Western Cades Cove Inn
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Probably paid too much to stay there, but it was “ ok”."
United States
Jeff
The price is Rp1.627.199
Rp1.916.027 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Best Western Cades Cove Inn
A tent with a wooden deck, a grill, and a surfboard.

7. Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains

Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"It is an amazing place, highly recommend"
United States
Thi H
The price is Rp3.076.034
Rp3.815.049 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a sign for 'Fountainhead'.

8. Mountain Breeze Motel

Mountain Breeze Motel
2.0 star property
19.2 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly!"
United States
Sydney
The price is Rp1.465.209
Rp1.644.833 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mountain Breeze Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs, a blue water slide, and a sign reading "THE WALDEN".

9. The Walden, Trademark Collection By Wyndham

The Walden, Trademark Collection By Wyndham
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,568 reviews)
"Great breakfast, pool area very clean, free parking, easy to find."
United States
Brenda
The price is Rp1.518.888
Rp1.704.952 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Walden, Trademark Collection By Wyndham
A multi-story hotel with a prominent American flag, balconies, and a sign for the Gillette brand.

10. The Gillette

The Gillette
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (390 reviews)
"Great place to stay!! Quiet and close to everything!!"
United States
Reba
The price is Rp1.998.834
Rp2.253.685 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Gillette
A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

11. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Bearskin Lodge on the River
3.0 star property
18.2 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Favorite place to stay on our whole trip to Tennessee and Kentucky!"
United States
Sara
The price is Rp3.437.388
Rp3.875.696 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Bearskin Lodge on the River
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view of trees.

12. Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites

Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
19.3 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,391 reviews)
"Very clean and a great staff Great place to stay"
United States
Richard
The price is Rp1.572.657
Rp1.765.307 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit building facade.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge

Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge
3.0 star property
19.2 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (999 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel! Very clean, friendly. Would stay again!"
United States
David
The price is Rp1.829.702
Rp2.053.841 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge
A spacious interior with a large dining area, a bar, and a kitchen.

14. Margaritaville Island Hotel

Margaritaville Island Hotel
4.0 star property
19.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,534 reviews)
"Very nice & clean, great place to stay."
United States
Audrey
The price is Rp3.651.801
Rp4.595.316 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Margaritaville Island Hotel
A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

15. Old Creek Lodge

Old Creek Lodge
3.0 star property
18.4 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (607 reviews)
"Good hotel."
Canada
Bingxin
The price is Rp3.053.327
Rp3.442.632 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Old Creek Lodge
A wooden swing structure with a view of a lake and a building in the background.

16. The Inn On The River

The Inn On The River
3.0 star property
19.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,366 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and very clean facility!"
United States
Jordan
The price is Rp2.309.252
Rp2.592.136 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Inn On The River
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

17. Accommodation By Willow Brook Lodge

Accommodation By Willow Brook Lodge
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Cute little independent hotel with great amenities amazing breakfast and clean rooms."
United States
Tara
The price is Rp1.790.118
Rp2.009.407 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Accommodation By Willow Brook Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

18. The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Loved the fact that it was so close to attractions and restaurants and shopping!!!!!"
United States
Annette
The price is Rp2.784.447
Rp3.139.464 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Greystone Lodge on the River
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a Holiday Inn Express sign.

19. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
18.7 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Wayne
The price is Rp3.525.990
Rp4.383.303 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
A hot tub surrounded by rocks and greenery.

20. Quality Inn Near the Island Pigeon Forge

Quality Inn Near the Island Pigeon Forge
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"It was a great hotel, great location, well maintained, good breakfast, clean."
United States
Jenny
The price is Rp1.690.598
Rp1.897.696 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Quality Inn Near the Island Pigeon Forge
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Compare popular hotels close to Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.
Townsend Gateway Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, and a view of a balcony with a railing.
Highland Manor Inn
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
855 reviews
View
A modern house with a stone wall in front, a fire pit in the center, and people sitting around it.
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
239 reviews
View
A living room with a blue sofa, a white armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.
Townsend River Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
791 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Tremont Lodge & Resort
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
709 reviews
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Other attractions near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Meigs Falls

10.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Meigs Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Townsend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
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Top Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center Hotel Reviews

A modern house with a stone wall in front, a fire pit in the center, and people sitting around it.
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains
Townsend

10/10 Excellent

Everything and everyone was great
United Kingdom
Susan
Reviewed September 25, 2026
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center?

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is located in a culturally rich area of Townsend known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 39 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center?

Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good choice is Townsend Gateway Inn, located just 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center.

What can I see and do near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center?

Learn about local history at Tuckaleechee Caverns and Walker Sisters Place. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Hedgewood Gardens and Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area. Attractions like The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and Lee Roberson Art Gallery highlight the local culture.