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Our top choices for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies hotels

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,105 reviews)
"We would stay there again for sure"
United States
David
The price is S$230
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
A multi-story hotel with a prominent American flag, balconies, and a sign for the Gillette brand.

2. The Gillette

The Gillette
2.0 star property
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Great place to stay!! Quiet and close to everything!!"
United States
Reba
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Gillette
A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

3. The Timber at Holly Branch

The Timber at Holly Branch
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (289 reviews)
"This property was exceptional!! It was so clean and beds so comfortable, great mountain location, we were very pleased with our stay!"
Canada
Monica
The price is S$298
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Timber at Holly Branch
An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

4. The Appy Lodge

The Appy Lodge
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Location was great to enjoy Gatlinburg."
United States
Chris
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Appy Lodge
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

5. The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (521 reviews)
"Loved the fact that it was so close to attractions and restaurants and shopping!!!!!"
United States
Annette
The price is S$223
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Greystone Lodge on the River
A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

6. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Very close to town. Three restaurants in walking distance"
United States
Timothy
The price is S$74
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

7. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
2.5 star property
0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,807 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to the convention center."
United States
Barb
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
An indoor swimming pool with a slide, lounge chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Wayne
The price is S$249
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good parking clean room hot showers and great staff"
United States
Bobby
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

10. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail
2.5 star property
1.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,503 reviews)
"Great location, loved the breakfast"
United States
Carol
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail
A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"I really enjoyed this place for our 1st Anniversary will come bk again"
United States
Cameron
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

12. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,370 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice staff"
United States
Chery
The price is S$182
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a waterfall, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

13. Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Sidney James Mountain Lodge
2.5 star property
1.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,568 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Charles
The price is S$99
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sidney James Mountain Lodge
A pool area with a central water feature and a palm tree sculpture.

14. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Crossroads Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,545 reviews)
"Super lovely stay everything was near by and would most definitely stay again"
United States
nay
The price is S$73
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crossroads Inn & Suites
A view from a balcony overlooking a river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.

15. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
2.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place, great location"
United States
Patricia
The price is S$86
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.

16. Reagan Resorts Inn

Reagan Resorts Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,766 reviews)
"Nice room great location"
United States
Glenn
The price is S$79
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Reagan Resorts Inn
A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a river with trees and buildings in the background.

17. Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages
2.5 star property
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329 reviews)
"Clean confortable reasonable in price could use a little updating. I enjoyed the creek running behind the room."
United States
Roy or Dianna
The price is S$92
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages
A riverside view from a balcony with red chairs, a wooden deck, and a bridge in the background.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
2.5 star property
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,242 reviews)
"The view was great easy walk to downtown"
United States
Dawn
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
A cozy interior with a fireplace, stone walls, and a wooden ceiling.

19. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
2.5 star property
0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,545 reviews)
"Clean room and good breakfast, perfect location for spending your day in Gatlinburg."
United States
Diana
The price is S$86
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall backdrop, a poolside chair, and a clear blue pool.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN
2.5 star property
0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,208 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and the breakfast was very good."
United States
Faith
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
2,105 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a prominent American flag, balconies, and a sign for the Gillette brand.
The Gillette
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
396 reviews
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A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.
The Timber at Holly Branch
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
289 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.
The Appy Lodge
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.
The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
521 reviews
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Other attractions near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Mountain Mall

8.2/10 (32 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mountain Mall during your visit to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 401 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?

Adjacent to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?

Expedia has 401 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

What can I see and do near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?

Study the collections at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum or Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens. Sights like Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater and Ripley's Moving Theater.