Top 10 Hotels Near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum in Gatlinburg for 2026

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

A bar area with a 'License to Chill' sign, multiple TVs, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a tropical mural.

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

David

RM731

RM824 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a wooden pergola.

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kyle

RM691

RM779 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden floors, and unique spherical hanging lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

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

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Nathalia

RM591

RM757 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A wooden double door with glass panels and a keypad lock, flanked by two wall-mounted lanterns.

A cozy, rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a bar area with hanging lights.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a round table.

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Grace

RM686

RM1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A lodge with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a conference center.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, a television, and a dining area with a chair and table.

5. The Gillette

0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jacob

RM555

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a kitchen.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a toaster.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a quilted bedspread, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a dresser.

6. Bear's Den by Jackson Mountain Rentals

2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Brian

RM506

RM1,934 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a road with vehicles.

A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sign for a pancake restaurant in the background.

Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

2.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jessica

RM404

RM456 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a green roof.

A cozy motel interior with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of the parking lot.

A swimming pool with a fence, a motel sign, and a small stream.

8. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Theresa

RM364

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A row of modern, dark-roofed cabins with balconies overlooking a river, surrounded by dense forest.

A dining area with a wooden bench, a table set for two, and a view of a stream through large windows.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a round coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets.

9. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

1.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Mark

RM690

RM845 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a large leather sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and large windows with blinds.

A large house with a stone facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

A view from a porch with a stone bench, American flags, a parking lot with cars, and a mountain in the background.

10. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Freddie

RM592

RM668 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool area with a water slide and a building in the background.

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Andrew

RM629

RM709 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.

Two stacked front-loading washers in a corner with a wall-mounted sign indicating cycle times.

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

12. The Appy Lodge

1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Chris

RM603

RM679 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone-tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating the address 322.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a sign indicating the address 322.

13. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Wayne

RM796

RM990 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard chair.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a couch.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a chair.

A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

14. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kassidy

RM226

RM256 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by wooden-framed windows and potted plants.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by two wall sconces.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a covered area with a sign reading "Cliffhouse 1st".

15. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Debra

RM621

RM700 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ramona

RM539

RM608 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, several balconies, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the wall.

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jennifer

RM482

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A river with clear water flowing over rocks.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large window.

A view from a balcony overlooking a river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating a Gold Award Winner.

18. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Patricia

RM305

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A hotel room with a sofa, desk, chair, bed, and a small table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern living room with a staircase, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet.

19. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jennifer

RM249

RM322 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A riverside walkway with benches and a covered area, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone building.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden shelf above it, and a lantern on the wall.

A row of wooden rocking chairs with patterned cushions, positioned in a sunlit room with large windows overlooking a street.

A lobby with wooden beams, stone counter, and seating area.

20. Brookside Lodge

1.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ines

RM250

RM326 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,081 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,082 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 791 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 277 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 373 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second time staying at Park Vista Gatlinburg, great hotel beautiful view of the mountains. First time was city view and second time was mountain view enjoyed it most. Clean and friendly staff. Recommend this hotel. Trolley is available as well. Looking forward to our return."

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"The only problem we had during our whole time there was the parking garage. The spots are not wide enough for our 2016 Tahoe. I pull in and out of 8 parking spots. Either I or wife was able to get out of our vehicle. I finally had to let her out and back in. Then slide out of my door. Besides that the whole experience was great."

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean, within walking distance to things, friendly staff and great indoor pool and hot tub. I have stayed more than once and will stay again."

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel far away from the main strip that it was quiet at nights but still easily walkable to all the shops and restaurants. BE CAREFUL OF PARKING. The parking lot and garage are very tight. If you bring a larger vehicle, it's probably best to park in the lot next door (which is allowable). Rooms were very clean and beds were comfy. And lovely views, too. We would stay here again."

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

8/10 Good

"The two vending machines i tried didn't work and would have been nice if the rooms had microwaves"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"ROOMS WERE CLEAN AND RELATIVELY COMFORTABLE. fIRST ROOM TV DID NOT WORK AND TOOK TOO LONG TO BE ASSIGNED A NEW ROOM. HAD TO CALL DESK THREE TIMES THE HILL SIDE BUILDING IS A LITTLE INCONVENIENT TO GET TO OFFICE AND DIFFICULT TO FIND WAY TO OTHER BUILDING AT FIRST. WAS JUST TOLD TO WALK ACROSS BRIDGE AND TAKE ELEVATOR TO GARAGE BUT NO INCIATION WHERE IT WAS LOCATED A MAP WOULD HAVE BEEN USEFUL."

Reagan Resorts Inn

8/10 Good

"Bathroom was clean and the staff was nice"

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, beautiful roof top bar great views and bedroom immaculate"

Gatlinburg River Inn

8/10 Good

"Great location clean rooms best bed I've ever slept in on vacation did not like the fact that I was charged an extra fee of 52 dollars after I arrived to check in that i wasn't told about up front.was a great stay"

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

A chairlift with passengers ascending a mountain.

Gatlinburg SkyPark

9.4/10 (5,131 reviews)

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

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Gatlinburg Ziplines

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Aerial zip lines, rope climbing, freefalls, trapeze swings and treetop bridges make this attraction a great day for all the family.

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Sugarlands Distilling Company

You can take time to visit Sugarlands Distilling Company during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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Traffic Light #8

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you take a trip to Traffic Light #8.

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Iris Theater

You can enjoy a show at Iris Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Moving Theater

You can make plans for a show at Ripley's Moving Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

You can find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a visit to Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg 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 363 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg and The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 363 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given 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 top deals close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at Guinness World Records Museum, Hollywood Star Cars Museum or Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens. Learn about local history at Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater and Ripley's Moving Theater.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

5. The Gillette

6. Bear's Den by Jackson Mountain Rentals

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

8. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

9. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

10. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

12. The Appy Lodge

13. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

14. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

15. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

16. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

18. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

19. Crossroads Inn & Suites

20. Brookside Lodge

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Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Reagan Resorts Inn

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Gatlinburg River Inn

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Gatlinburg Ziplines

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Traffic Light #8

Iris Theater

Ripley's Moving Theater

Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

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