What is Downtown Gatlinburg like?

Travellers to Gatlinburg's Downtown Gatlinburg neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Gatlinburg? Consider a visit to Great Smoky Mountains National Park while you're in the neighbourhood.

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 Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg .

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 178 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 Gatlinburg SkyPark, Gatlinburg Space Needle and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies 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.

Top 10 Downtown Gatlinburg Hotels of 2026

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A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Dale

RM733 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

2. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Kala

RM377 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

3. River Edge Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

JOSEPH

RM482 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a stream and dense foliage.

4. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Holly

RM775 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

5. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Boyd

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

James

RM732 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

7. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg

William

RM795 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

8. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg

Bingxin

RM974 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

9. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg

Alesia

RM974 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.

10. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg

Fabiola

RM794 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A river with clear water flowing over rocks.

11. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg

Patricia

RM340 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.

12. Reagan Resorts Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Kathy

RM239 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a television mounted on the wall.

13. River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Downtown Gatlinburg

Teresa

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a sunlit patio area with outdoor seating.

14. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Downtown Gatlinburg

Ramanjaneyulu

RM306 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a stone fireplace.

15. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Kaden

RM302 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Microtel hotel with a green entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a signboard.

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Sandra

RM228 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone retaining wall, and a parking area.

17. Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg

Noah

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A stone building with a stone pathway lined with pink flowers, surrounded by green grass and trees.

18. Fabulous Chalet Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg

Kristina

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A pool area with a central water feature and a palm tree sculpture.

19. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Downtown Gatlinburg

Jason

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and white lounge chairs along the side.

20. Oak Square Rentals

Downtown Gatlinburg

Pamela

RM899 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 2,062 reviews	View
Old Creek Lodge	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 599 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 715 reviews	View
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg

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

A forest with autumn foliage and a cloudy sky.

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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A mountainous landscape with a sunset sky and wildflowers.

Chalet Village North

Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.

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Top Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Nice property, could use some updating. Wallpaper was peeling, but would stay again."

Dollywood's DreamMore Resort

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we drove in and were helped with our luggage, and we had a lot, to Taylor at the front desk to Bailey our dinner waiter everything was perfect. My only complaint was there weren’t too many options without cheese in the buffet. But the chicken was delicious and their California wine selection was good too!"

Econo Lodge Pigeon Forge Riverside

8/10 Good

"The staff was very helpful and attentive to our request. The breakfast was good and free. The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. The standard king room was smaller than I thought it would be. The hotel was in an excellent location right in the center of Pigeon Forge."

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is located along the river and directly adjacent to the Gatlinburg main strip making it a perfect choice. The Edgewater is one of the best maintained hotels I have visited. The front desk staff was wonderful and accommodating. The room was so nice, neat and clean. Although we did not make use of the pool area it looked very inviting. The morning breakfast was very satisfying. Definitely a place I would stay again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Gatlinburg hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3. River Edge Inn

4. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

5. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

6. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

7. The Greystone Lodge on the River

8. Old Creek Lodge

9. Bearskin Lodge on the River

10. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

11. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

12. Reagan Resorts Inn

13. River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

14. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

15. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg

17. Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

18. Fabulous Chalet Inn

19. Crossroads Inn & Suites

20. Oak Square Rentals

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Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg

Chalet Village

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Top Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

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