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Gatlinburg River Inn

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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View from property
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Outdoor spa tub
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Water view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May

Explore the area

Map
324 Hemlock Street, St. Rt 441/321, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • SkyPark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (River)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (River)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River, Fireplace)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (River)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gatlinburg

At Gatlinburg River Inn you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel include SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle.

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • SkyPark - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Gatlinburg River Inn

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Gatlinburg River Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Gatlinburg River Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Gatlinburg River Inn offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 1 June:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 65.85 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 131.7 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 10.98 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 65.85 per pet, per stay (maximum USD131.7 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Days Inn Gatlinburg
Days Inn Gatlinburg River
Days Inn River
Days Inn River Hotel
Days Inn River Hotel Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg Days Inn
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River
Days Inn Wyndham River
Days Inn Gatlinburg on the River
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel
Gatlinburg River Inn Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel Gatlinburg
Days Inn by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gatlinburg River Inn?

Gatlinburg River Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gatlinburg River Inn?

As of 29 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gatlinburg River Inn on 30 Apr 2025 start from NZ$101.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Gatlinburg River Inn?

Yep, Gatlinburg River Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Gatlinburg River Inn have a pool?

Gatlinburg River Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April to October).

What makes Gatlinburg River Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gatlinburg River Inn.

Does Gatlinburg River Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gatlinburg River Inn?

No, Gatlinburg River Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gatlinburg River Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Gatlinburg River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1145 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ethel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family and small children
Nice older property- the hot tub was not hot- way too cold
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Not the experience I was looking for

When we were checking in, they said the key machine was not working, so they said we could let you into your room with the master key, and every time you need to enter, let us know, or we can refund your money and you can go elsewhere. When I asked if I would get a receipt of refund they said no and to call hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveince to atra. Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the view. Mountains were visible and seeing the river with snow was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Aretha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the cleanliness of the room and the view from the balcony of the river was my favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Blake

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norquis

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Price/quality was good

It is a central hotel, has a lot of things nearby, quite comfortable and the customer service regular, the breakfast was not very good to be honest, we also found some hair in the bathtub but everything else was fine. All in all it is a hotel where I would book again for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
thought fire pit and patio was nice. patio may need some TLC soon, but still a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The first room we checked into smelled unclean. The mgr gladly let us move to a cleaner room. The porch overlooking the river was nice. Breakfast was adequate. Very helpful Manager. Walkable to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great area! Walking distance to downtown Gatlinburg! It was snowing when we went so there was stuff shut down, but we still had a blast! The room was clean and we had a beautiful view off the balcony! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Snow Day

Always a pleasant stay. Gorgeous views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent, the location right on the river and walkable to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very cute place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

January get-away

The motel is older, but car could be right at room. River is right out balcony. “Fireplace” is a heater in the wall. January was very cold, thin blankets. No hand soap until 2nd day. Dispensers in shower gave tiny amounts. Hot water, great! Bed and pillows, great! Hot tub ran only 1st day. Fire pit, OK. Frig, microwave, space in room good. Hooks, not closet rack. Hot eggs/sausage/waffles/gravy good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Marjorie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Gatlinburg Creekside Stay

I specifically planned our stay here for the balcony. The balcony is facing the creek and the roar of the water is very wonderful. I was very disappointed that it is not disclosed on booking that there is no smoking on the balcony. It was extremely cold and windy and the only smoking area is a fire pit area on the creek which was like a punishment in the brutal weather. The continental breakfast is a hard pass. The sausage didn't even taste like sausage and the waffle batter and eggs etc were tasteless. They don't tell you, but the coffee machine is always on which is a godsend when you're an early riser and everything is closed. Bathroom does not come equipped with hand soap they have dispensers in the shower that don't work and look very dirty. There was mold on the ceiling of the shower. I coughed and hacked the entire time I was in the room even with antihistamines because of potential mold in the walls. This of course is just my guess because I was looking all around trying to find out the cause of my coughing and nose running. The beds aren't great but they are decent. Request extra blankets because they use thin waffle knit blankets and there is a serious draft around the balcony door. Definitely need to do some improvements and start with weather stripping to keep the draft out of the room. Also it's pretty suspect when you don't allow photos to be uploaded on this review.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful River view from our balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keneesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked how helpful the staff was and always available when I needed things on hand. It was a great experience and I felt very comfortable and safe. I plan to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Peighton

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The river view was fantastic, the staff is nice, and we appreciated the hotel's proximity to everything around it, but I wouldn't stay here again. We paid $700 for two nights, so we were expecting a very nice space, but that isn't what we received. Both the hotel itself and our room were VERY outdated. The blankets were paper thin, the HVAC system was very loud and didn't work properly, so the room was very cold. The hot tub had leaves and dirt in it. Aside from the river view and the convenient location, nothing about this place screamed "I should go back."

8/10 Good

Sijun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was good except the bed blanket and heating. Blanket was very thin layer I couldn’t sleep well because I felt cold, they didn’t have winter blanket. The heating was very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apurba

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was definitely worth the money. The entrance could use a bit of a makeover, but the room was bright, the beds were comfy, and the bathroom was spotless. Plus, the room had a microwave and a fridge, which was super convenient. I'd suggest brightening up the reception area with some natural light and fixing a few things in the bathroom. That would really elevate the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024