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Bearskin Lodge on the River

3.0 star property
Travelers find natural beauty and relaxation at this riverside lodge with a lazy river, seasonal pool, and cozy firepit for evening gatherings.

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Bearskin Lodge on the River is minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy the seasonal pool, lazy river, or firepit after exploring. The lodge offers in-room WiFi, outdoor furniture, tour assistance, and coffee in the lobby.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, a neighbourhood in Gatlinburg, Bearskin Lodge on the River is in the mountains and in a national park. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Anakeesta are not to be missed. Explore all the area has to offer with ziplining, hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Map
840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring mountains, forest scenes and a cascade
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ripley\'s Believe It Or Not Museum which includes heritage architecture
    Gatlinburg Space Needle
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gatlinburg Sky Lift which includes autumn colours and mountains
    Gatlinburg SkyPark
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ole Smoky Distillery
    9 min walk
  • Sugarlands Distilling Co.
    9 min walk
  • Puckers Sports Bar
    10 min walk
  • Smith & Son Corner Kitchen
    10 min walk
  • Crockett's Breakfast Camp
    3 min walk

About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Close to Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg Space Needle, Bearskin Lodge on the River provides a firepit, a gym and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with a lazy river
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
  • Outdoor furniture and a lift
Room features
All 96 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Bearskin Lodge on the River pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Bearskin Lodge on the River located?

Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, this hotel is steps away from Traffic Light #10 and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 935 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 935 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 935 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 935 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 935 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time and location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Clean and walking distance to shopping and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff clean rooms good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was courteous. Room was clean and stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positives: -Great location -Friendly staff -Great parking -Loved the in room fireplace Negatives: -Small lobby area - Poor noise insulation - Small breakfast area Overall, great choice for lodging in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very welcoming atmosphere. The room was quiet, clean, and cozy. We'll definitely stay here again when visiting the locale.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nereo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean, definitely i stay there in my next visit to Gatlinburg
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Suping

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff were friendly and location is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Bearskin Lodge. We stay here about 15 times per year. Always clean. Balcony on the creek. Great location to walk everywhere in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. The staff were super nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the cozy fireplace and the sound of the river flowing. Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, rooms big, easy access to everything in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, room was clean and very peaceful with the river below. Good breakfast and nice touches with free coffee and warm cider and cookies at night. Very welcoming environment!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and nice room on the creek
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful scenery on balcony. Breakfast could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Came up from Florida for the Jeep Invasion, very friendly staff, will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short but pleasant. Everything was nice and clean, thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and they kindly checked us in early. It was our first time in TN and we can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome stay. Clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area away from the hustle of downtown. Clean, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We weren’t too happy with the 2nd floor room so they allowed us to move to the 5th floor. Super quiet, large room with a nice balcony overlooking the river. Saw a bear our first night. The continental breakfast room was small without many choices but great breakfast restaurants were an easy walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Loved the bears in the river!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fincher

This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here ,good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025