Eastern Tennessee, TN

Travel Guide

driving by overlooks along blue ridge parkway
driving by overlooks along blue ridge parkway
Sunset above the clouds
Great hike!
Point Park has epic views of Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Tons of hiking trails and history.

Where to stay in Eastern Tennessee

A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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
Fall at Honey Creek Loop Trail at Big South Fork National Recreation Area in central Tennessee

Big Creek

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

Big Creek
Panorama Of Narrow Bridge Crosing Thunderhead Prong In Great Smoky Mountains.

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
Downtown Knoxville Tennessee Drone Skyline Aerial

Downtown Knoxville

4.5/5(691 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Knoxville
chattanooga skyline with blue hour and sunset

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(1,372 area reviews)

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 Chattanooga
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

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
$115 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$135 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,348 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Read House Hotel
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
$104 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$123 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,858 reviews)
Very easy to get to, close to my event, vallet parking was quick and friendly

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Hilton Knoxville
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
$81 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$92 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,043 reviews)
Check in and out was a breeze, staff was wonderful and helpful, loved the indoor pool

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - 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.
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,145 reviews)
Staff was great

Reviewed on Jan 19, 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 WiFi, 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 Jan 20, 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Viewpoint Condominiums

Viewpoint Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
448 Day Springs Rd Pigeon Forge TN
Stay at this apartment in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and meeting facilities. Popular attractions Dollywood and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (266 reviews)
The bed room doors would not close and stay close

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Viewpoint Condominiums
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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