Eastern Tennessee

Travel Guide

Sunset above the clouds
Sunset above the clouds
Great hike!
Point Park has epic views of Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Tons of hiking trails and history.
Ice cold. Beautiful scene.

Where to stay in Eastern Tennessee

Gatlinburg TN
Very breathtaking view from the Tennessee/North Carolina border @newfoundgaproad

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Rented a cabin right near this quant little #marianlake in #sevierville in the #smokymountains. Great weekend getaway.

Wears Valley

Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.

Wears Valley
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA riverfront.; Shutterstock ID 467992184

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.

Downtown Chattanooga
Downtown Knoxville Tennessee Drone Skyline Aerial

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

Downtown Knoxville
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Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

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

Chalet Village
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
The price is RM467 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM467
RM566 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,338 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Read House Hotel
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is RM329 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM329
RM371 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,037 reviews)
The room was clean with a great view and the hotel overall was nice. We loved being able to use the trollies rather than driving to downtown. The beds/pillows were sub-par and not that comfortable. The hotel food wasn't that good and very expensive.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

3 out of 5
125 Music Mountain Drive Pigeon Forge TN
Stay at this hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Dollywood and Titanic Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,996 reviews)
The amenities here are great. My kids love the indoor pool. It's really great to have this option for families that travel during the winter. Breakfast is okay, but at least provided with the stay. We also loved the playroom downstairs. There was no one else there so it was nice to spend some time ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,143 reviews)
Staff was great

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
Clean, organized easy to find everything had all the essentials you needed for a week stay. Location was great and the views are breathe taking

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood ...
5.8/10 (118 reviews)
The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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