Appalachian Mountains

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Appalachian Mountains
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Atlanta which includes a house and street scenes
Georgetown - Foggy Bottom showing a house, a city and street scenes
Washington Monument featuring a monument and a sunset

Where to stay in Appalachian Mountains

Downtown Pittsburgh which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Downtown Pittsburgh

4.5/5(2,251 area reviews)

Discover the urban downtown center, home to historic sites like Point State Park and the Cultural District. Enjoy diverse shopping options and easy access to public transportation, including the "T" light rail and bus networks.

Downtown Pittsburgh
Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(969 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

Downtown Asheville
Little #marianlake near our cabin in #sevierville in the #smokymountains.

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
Knoxville featuring markets

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 showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

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
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Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge

Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge

3 out of 5
2481 Teaster Lane Pigeon Forge TN
$57 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$64 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
$104 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$122 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
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! (2,320 reviews)
Yes, we really enjoy it. We missed to have a microwave inside the room.

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

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
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$85 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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! (1,960 reviews)
El personal estuvo muy atento

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
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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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
The condo was great! Everything was spotless! There were a couple broken things, which i noted to the management company, but it in no way deterred from our visit or would keep us from booking again! We visited at the best time because Gatlinburg was absolutely empty. I'm so completely happy with ...

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
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! (1,125 reviews)
Best Location, new units, Indoor water park

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood ...
5.8/10 (115 reviews)
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

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
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Popular places to visit

Dollywood which includes signage and rides

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.

Dollywood
Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring tranquil scenes, a house and forest scenes

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Hersheypark which includes a waterpark

Hersheypark

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
Biltmore Estate featuring a park, a statue or sculpture and interior views

Biltmore Estate

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate
Hunter Mountain

Hunter Mountain

Hit the slopes at Hunter Mountain, a top ski area in Hunter. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hunter Mountain

Things to do

Private Mount Pocono Observation Air Tour

Private Mount Pocono Observation Air Tour

$78
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Private Mount Pocono Observation Air Tour
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