Top 10 Downtown Gatlinburg Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,039 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 511 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Old Creek Lodge	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 581 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg

Find the best Downtown Gatlinburg areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

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Chalet Village North

Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.

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Top Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Reviews

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"friendly staff, clean room, pretty view from balcony"

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"This was our 1st stay at a Margaritaville Resort & we were very pleased with almost everything. Room, property was very clean; particularly liked the daily housekeeping. The staff was very helpful & super friendly. We thought the prices for food, drinks & valet parking were quite reasonable considering today's costs. Only suggestions I have are (1) more umbrellas at pool, (2) grab bar in shower would be a nice safety feature and (3) property was a little difficult to get in & out of due to congestion in Gatlinburg (don't know what can be done about that!). Will definitely try another Margaritaville when we get the chance."

Music Road Resort Hotel and Inn

8/10 Good

"My only issue with the room is the tub in the bathroom is very slick if you shower. There are no handrails for support and no bath mat. My second issue is the breakfast. We were there for several days and it was the same every day...a little change every day or two would have been nice."

RiverStone Condo Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Property is immaculately kept. Nice stay for families. Close to Dollywood and the strip in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Only issue is that I booked early and the rate went down by $400. The resort refused to honor the new rate but upgraded us to a four bedroom, which we didn’t need."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Gatlinburg like?

Travellers to Gatlinburg's Downtown Gatlinburg neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Experience the best of Downtown Gatlinburg with a visit to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies during your trip.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg?

Based on our traveller data, Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Gatlinburg. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it offers free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Gatlinburg area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Gatlinburg, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 178 Downtown Gatlinburg hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Gatlinburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Gatlinburg.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Gatlinburg?

Be sure to get some family photos at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle while you're out sightseeing in Downtown Gatlinburg. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum are some other places worth a visit. Fort Fun, Gatlinburg Winery and Fannie Farkle's Family Fun Parlor are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Gatlinburg. Earthquake the Ride and Treasure Quest Miniature Golf are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Gatlinburg.

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Our top choices for Downtown Gatlinburg hotels

1. River Edge Inn

2. Reagan Resorts Inn

3. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

4. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

5. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

6. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

7. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

8. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

9. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

10. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg

12. Old Creek Lodge

13. Bearskin Lodge on the River

14. Crossroads Inn & Suites

15. Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

16. Chalet Inn

17. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

18. River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

19. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway

20. The Greystone Lodge on the River