If you're going to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, staying in a riverside motel adds ambiance to the trip; the rhapsody of water tumbling over rocks in the Little Pigeon River is reverie-inducing. Book your room well in advance. Seasonal events such as the richly hued fall foliage display attract a host of out-of-towners. The combination of restaurants, candy kitchens, museums, attractions and tiny shops tucked side-by-side along the downtown strip make Gatlinburg a convenient spot to stop, shop and spectate. It doesn't hurt that the backdrop is the eye-appealing Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The Bearskin Lodge on the River is situated near the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and offers rooms with balconies that afford a view of a mountain stream. Amenity options include gas fireplaces, in-room whirlpools, a heated outdoor pool, high-speed Internet access and free continental breakfast.
Bearskin Lodge on the River
840 River Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-430-4330
1-877-795-7546
thebearskinlodge.com
The Best Western Twin Islands Motel rests on two islands encircled by a mountain stream. The motel offers easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and downtown attractions such as the Hard Rock Café, Ripley's Aquarium, shopping and restaurants. Amenity options include in-room coffee makers, refrigerators, patios, balconies and fireplaces.
Best Western Twin Islands Motel
539 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-5121
1-800-223-9299
oglesproperties.com/best_western_twin_islands.html
The Brookside Resort offers lodging in a variety of styles and prices, from economy rooms up to cabins and suites. The majority of the resort's rooms have refrigerators and cable. Cabins on the Little Pigeon River are available as well; they are 5.5 miles from the resort's primary location. Cabins are equipped with kitchens and fireplaces. The Brookside Resort also has a large outdoor pool with a waterfall and is within walking distance of downtown Gatlinburg.
Brookside Resort
463 East Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-5611
1-800-251-9597
brooksideresort.com
Every room at Comfort Inn on the River comes with a balcony on the river. Amenities include coffeemakers, microwaves, refrigerators, hair dryers, free wireless Internet access and free continental breakfast. The inn is within walking distance of downtown and has an outdoor pool.
Comfort Inn on the River
293 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-5047
1-866-885-5047
comfortinngatlinburg.com
Riverhouse at the Park is located near downtown Gatlinburg attractions and offers rooms with a view of Little Pigeon River. It's a quick commute to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance. Amenity options include high-speed Internet access, fireplaces, microwaves, refrigerators, whirlpool baths, hot tubs, a pool and free continental breakfast.
Riverhouse at the Park
205 Ski Mountain Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-2070
riverhousemotels.com/riverhouse_at_the_park.html
Like its sister property, Riverhouse at the Park, Riverhouse Motor Lodge has rooms with a view of the river and is within walking distances of area attractions, including Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. Amenities include free coffee in the lobby, a heated pool and convention and banquet facilities.
Riverhouse Motor Lodge
610 River Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-7821
riverhousemotels.com/riverhouse_motor_lodge.html
Located in downtown Gatlinburg, all rooms at Rocky Waters Motor Inn offer riverfront balconies. Amenities include wood-burning fireplaces, outdoor pools and hot tubs. Included with every stay are in-room coffee makers, refrigerators and microwaves, free local calls, Internet access and free continental breakfast.
Rocky Waters Inn
333 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-7861
1-800-824-1111
rockywatersmotorinn.com
Terrace Inn on the Water provides rooms and cottages with a view of the river. Amenities include cable, refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers, hair dryers, wireless Internet access and free local calls. Pet-friendly rooms are available.
Terrace Inn on the Water
396 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-4965
terraceinngatlinburg.com
