Bearskin Lodge on the River

Hotel with free parking, steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Gym
Pool
Air conditioning
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Tomorrow

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hairdryer

River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at SkyPark and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Space Needle are not to be missed. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and ziplining.

Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide

840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Gatlinburg Space Needle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
SkyPark - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Anakeesta - 18 min walk - 1.5 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
‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 min walk
‪Log Cabin Pancake House - ‬13 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
Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
Tour/ticket information 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

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
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

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

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

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

Property is also known as

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

As of 18 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bearskin Lodge on the River on 10 Oct, 2025 start from S$468.25, 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 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 SkyPark are also within 10 minutes.

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About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

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