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Our top choices for Gatlinburg hotels with a river view

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

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,097 reviews)
"We would stay there again for sure"
United States
David
$140 nightly
The price is $158
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a green armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (830 reviews)
"Great place to stay, well maintained hotel and friendly staff!"
United States
Alejandro Casas
$150 nightly
The price is $169
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
3.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,094 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel"
United States
Parvesh
$165 nightly
The price is $186
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

The Timber at Holly Branch
4.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"This property was exceptional!! It was so clean and beds so comfortable, great mountain location, we were very pleased with our stay!"
Canada
Monica
$206 nightly
The price is $232
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Timber at Holly Branch
A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

5. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

Marshall's Creek Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms are very quaint. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. The location is in walking distance to everything in Gatlinburg."
United States
Theresa
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Marshall's Creek Rest Motel
A row of modern, dark-roofed cabins with balconies overlooking a river, surrounded by dense forest.

6. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
4.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (475 reviews)
"Great location, helpful and friendly staff. Food we had was very good."
United States
Mark
$184 nightly
The price is $207
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent American flag, balconies, and a sign for the Gillette brand.

7. The Gillette

The Gillette
2.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (389 reviews)
"Great place to stay!! Quiet and close to everything!!"
United States
Reba
$134 nightly
The price is $152
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Gillette
A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

8. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Bearskin Lodge on the River
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Favorite place to stay on our whole trip to Tennessee and Kentucky!"
United States
Sara
$194 nightly
The price is $218
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Bearskin Lodge on the River
A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

9. Old Creek Lodge

Old Creek Lodge
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Good hotel."
Canada
Bingxin
$188 nightly
The price is $212
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Old Creek Lodge
A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

10. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
2.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,769 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
esaul
$96 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

11. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great all around stay"
United States
Freddie
$147 nightly
The price is $166
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

12. The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and close to trams."
United States
Jerry
$148 nightly
The price is $167
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Greystone Lodge on the River
A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
3.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay. Enjoyed our vacation. We will definitely come back."
United States
Jacob
$119 nightly
The price is $134
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

14. The Appy Lodge

The Appy Lodge
2.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Location was great to enjoy Gatlinburg."
United States
Chris
$164 nightly
The price is $185
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Appy Lodge
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a Holiday Inn Express sign.

15. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Wayne
$211 nightly
The price is $238
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

16. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,508 reviews)
"Nice place and food,"
United States
Joel Javier
$126 nightly
The price is $142
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail
2.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,502 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and well-maintained and the location was perfect for access to the park."
United States
Alexis
$118 nightly
The price is $133
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail
A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

18. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
2.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"The kitchenette was very helpful, there is a trolley stop very close to the hotel. Only complaint is that the elevator noise that alerts you about the floor is extremely loud and abrasive, but the stay was overall good and everything was clean and safe"
United States
Taylour
$54 nightly
The price is $61
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
3.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Taymi
$123 nightly
The price is $138
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"This was an amazing stay, very clean rooms and very helpful staff. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here."
United States
Debra
$152 nightly
The price is $172
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
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Top Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Cabin-like, Outdoorsy feel Hotel w/Spacious Rooms,Soothing Brook/Stream running behind it, & Fireplaces…even have Firewood Available! A+++"
THOMAS 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Brookside Lodge
Gatlinburg River Inn

Gatlinburg River Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great!!!!!"
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Gatlinburg River Inn

Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels with a river view in Gatlinburg cost?
Hotels with river views in Gatlinburg range from $65 to $169 per night. Whether you're in the mood for adventure or simply want to admire pretty vistas, Expedia has waterside getaways at a price that won't hurt your wallet. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What are the best hotels with river views in Gatlinburg?
Take your pick of multiple hotels with river views in Gatlinburg that have a total average guest review rating of 8.8. Wake up to picturesque water vistas at Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge. This popular 3-star hotel features mountain views and a nearby riverwalk. Margaritaville Island Hotel is another recommended option by the riverside. It has a 4-star rating and amenities such as a nearby river and a fireplace.
How many hotels with river views are there in Gatlinburg?
Gatlinburg has 12 hotels with river views. Once you've chosen a stay that suits your flow, make use of our handy filters to narrow your search by the perks or amenities you want.
What are the best cheap hotels with river views in Gatlinburg?
Twin Mountain Inn & Suites is one of the most affordable riverside hotels in Gatlinburg and comes with a deep soaking bathtub and a swimming pool. Another top choice with great water vistas is Accommodation By Willow Brook Lodge. A nearby waterfront and a nearby riverwalk are some of the conveniences at this budget-friendly property. Rates for hotels with river views start from $65 per night. Visiting free attractions in Gatlinburg will stretch your travel dollars even further. Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail are favorites among tourists. With the money you save, you can keep on sightseeing! This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Are there any family-friendly hotels with river views in Gatlinburg?
Take the crew to Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge, a 3-star option with lovely river views. Amenities here include a nearby theme park and a lazy river. Another family-friendly getaway with an attractive river outlook is The Inn On The River. A nearby theme park and a firepit help make this 3-star stay a hit with guests. After checking in and chilling out in your cozy new digs, it's time to start exploring. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Dollywood's Splash Country are just two family-friendly attractions in Gatlinburg.
Are there any 5-star hotels with river views in Gatlinburg?
There are no 5-star hotels with river views in Gatlinburg. However, you can still choose from some excellent 4-star stays that offer this perk. Book a night or two at Margaritaville Island Hotel, around 7 miles from downtown. You'll find delightful vistas and conveniences such as on-site designer stores and concierge services here. Holiday Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge Convention Center, an IHG Hotel is another upmarket option with water views, plus Egyptian-cotton sheets and pillow top mattresses. It's located around 7 miles from the center of Gatlinburg.
How can I find cheap hotels with river views in Gatlinburg?
The easiest way to find cheap hotels with river views in Gatlinburg is with Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Fine-tune your search results by budget and star rating to secure awesome bargains in just a few keystrokes. You can also search for your dream riverside stay based on popular locations and neighborhoods.
What is there to do in Gatlinburg near my hotel with river views?
There are lots of impressive things to do and see in Gatlinburg. Explore popular attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and Anakeesta. Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park, Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery and Laurel Falls are other must-see's.

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