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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Land view from property
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Interior entrance
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Anakeesta and Gatlinburg Space Needle are located near Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg, which provides a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a lift and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in 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; cash is not accepted
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
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

As of 14 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg on 15 Jun, 2025 start from S$89.79, 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mountain Mall, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 15 minutes.

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 413 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1462 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay. Perfect location and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and great check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

The rooms were clean and the desk was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but was very clean and well kept. Great area near downtown but a little quieter than the strip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and friendly staff. Convenience to most everything we like to do. Great views from our room. This was our 3rd time staying at this Howard Johnson.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always our go to spot in Gatlinburg. Great for walkers because it’s at the first light in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our place to go when we visit Gatlinburg. Great walking distance to I everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value and easy walking distance to downtown dining and entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how it's right in the heart of Gatlinburg and everything is walking distance, very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MARK ALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starting to show age, but clean and comfortable. Just off the strip. Can walk to all businesses.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service,and staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to everything is a plus but no housekeeping during our stay. Rooms need updating.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and close to the strip! The location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel at a great price. Super convenient as well. We only had to use our car when driving into Pigeon Forge. This is our go-to hotel when visiting the smokies!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The most amazing location easy walking distance to every place you would want to go.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed it being close to the gatlinburg strip. Also was quiet even with being a busy weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent option for stay

Room very clean and comfortable, the room view is awesome, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fire pits are nice, office staff was great. The room was dirty . Counter in bathroom was loose .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very convenient to attractions and shopping. Clean affordable stay.along with comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, rooms were wonderful and clean. Outside area a little rough but overall very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, clean rooms and great location. Thermostat in the room could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very very good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025