East Tennessee, TN
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Where to stay in East Tennessee
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.
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.
Downtown Chattanooga
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville boasts a central business district, World's Fair Park, and historical buildings like the Bijou Theatre. Explore the University of Tennessee campus and enjoy the lively Market Square.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Big Creek
While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was convenient but the room wasn’t very clean.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
The Read House Hotel
Housekeeping was done in the late afternoon and was anything but thorough.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
The manager Amanda was extremely kind and helpful
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
It was great with a nice view and a lot of attractions.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
We were there for the Christmas Lights Parade and the hotel was right on the route and we were able to borrow chairs for front row seats The room was spacious with up to date appliances
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top college in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Island at Pigeon Forge
Visit this all-in-one attraction in Pigeon Forge for a single day or several days of excitement and fun in the heart of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountain region.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this event center hosts dozens of popular events throughout the year.
Titanic Museum
Historical artifacts, interactive exhibitions and personal accounts from survivors tell the story of one of the world’s most famous maritime disasters.
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