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Townsend Gateway Inn

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Townsend Gateway Inn. Free in-room WiFi and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View, No Pets

A small, single-story house with a front door, two windows, and a set of stone steps leading to the entrance.

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View, No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 599 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a curtain.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 487 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View, Pet Friendly

A small, single-story house with a front door, two windows, and a set of stone steps leading to the entrance.

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, Pet Friendly

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View, Pet Friendly

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View , Pet Friendly

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View , Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family House, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Townsend, Townsend Gateway Inn is in the suburbs and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove, while Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Mountain are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rockin' Raceway Arcade, or consider a night out at The Trillium Venue. Water tubing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining, horse riding, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Townsend travel guide
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8270 State Hwy 73, Townsend, TN, 37882

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • River Rage Go-Kart Track
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Townsend Visitor Center
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sloppy Hog Saloon
    12 min drive
  • Peaceful Side Social
    17 min walk
  • The Heavenly Roast
    11 min drive
  • Burgermaster Drive-in
    16 min walk
  • Elvira's Cafe
    9 min drive

About this property

Townsend Gateway Inn

  • Motel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Townsend Gateway Inn. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Tour/ticket assistance, 1 meeting room, and barbecue grills
    • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Townsend Gateway Inn boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 45 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel will place an authorization for the total amount of the booking plus USD 20 for incidentals for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. It may take up to 14 days after check-out for this amount to be reimbursed by the bank.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Townsend Gateway Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Townsend Gateway Inn?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Townsend Gateway Inn on Aug 26, 2026 start from $111, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Townsend Gateway Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 45 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Townsend Gateway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Townsend Gateway Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Townsend Gateway Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of River Rage Go-Kart Track and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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