Eastern Tennessee, TN

Travel Guide

driving by overlooks along blue ridge parkway
Eastern Tennessee
Eastern Tennessee
Eastern Tennessee
Eastern Tennessee

Where to stay in Eastern Tennessee

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
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
Downtown Knoxville Tennessee Drone Skyline Aerial

Downtown Knoxville

4.5/5(698 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(1,388 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
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
Chalet Village

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
$116 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$136 total
May 25 - May 26
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! (2,467 reviews)
Only spent one night but loved the place!

Reviewed on May 11, 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
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$134 total
May 31 - Jun 1
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,238 reviews)
Over all our stay was very pleasant. The hot tub ruined my bathing suit as well as a ring. And it’s very close to the pool where kids are playing pretty rough. Other than that it was a pleasant stay.

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
204 Sharon Dr Pigeon Forge TN
$132 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from May 12 to May 13
$148 total
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,578 reviews)
The room was very very clean and alit of space, the staff are so sweet and so very helpful....They love there jobs and happy making all the kids happy. The pool was great kids loved everything about our trip and had a great time.

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,215 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this apartment in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (245 reviews)
Place where we stayed felt so cozy but the best part our room was the view from the balcony. My mother and me would have coffee on the balcony every morning taking in the views before we started each day.

Reviewed on May 11, 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 WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great ...
6/10 (124 reviews)
I walk into the room is was clean smell good but the only thing they didn’t check was the dresser into of it was left close from someone who was staying there before and there was milk left in the refrigerator but when I talk to the person who was taking care of us she was super sweet understanding ...

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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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