⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum for 2026

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A living room with a TV, a dining table, and a sofa.

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a patterned carpet.

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

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

CATHERINE

S$255

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden floors, and unique spherical hanging lights.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountainous landscape.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Stephanie

S$205

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A modern bar area with bar stools, a long counter, and a television screen. There are seating areas with tables and chairs, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a wooden pergola.

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Luther

S$291

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A cozy, rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a bar area with hanging lights.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a round table.

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Dayren

S$163

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a green roof.

A cozy motel interior with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of the parking lot.

A swimming pool with a fence, a motel sign, and a small stream.

5. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jacqueline

S$119

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A lodge with a stone facade, a prominent sign, and a view of a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, a TV, and a dining area with a chair and table.

6. The Gillette

0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tracie

S$193

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by a black fence, with lounge chairs and picnic tables on the deck.

Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.

A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.

A commercial kitchen with a coffee station, including a coffee machine, various coffee cups, and condiment dispensers.

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

2.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Corey

S$110

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A stone wall with a wooden log ceiling and a sign reading "Bearskin Lodge on the River".

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

8. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Colleen

S$271

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

A large house with a stone facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with a large leather sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and large windows with blinds.

A view from a porch with a stone bench, American flags, a parking lot with cars, and a mountain in the background.

9. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Anthony

S$149

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick pathway, and a parked SUV.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including high tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tracie

S$163

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A lodge with a stone facade, multiple roof styles, and a covered entrance.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

JUAN MANUEL

S$221

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

A covered outdoor area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Nalia

S$142

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A rustic-themed store with wooden shelves displaying snacks, beverages, and souvenirs.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

13. The Appy Lodge

1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tyler

S$174

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a view of the river.

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table, and a lamp. A river and greenery are visible in the background.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A dining area with a wooden bench, a table set for two, and a view of a stream through large windows.

14. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

1.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jasmine

S$298

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A pool area with chairs and a sign indicating a 3-foot depth limit.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, several balconies, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

15. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Laura

S$152

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a television, and a stone wall.

A covered pavilion with stone pillars, a metal roof, and outdoor seating.

An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.

16. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Paola Stefania

S$168

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two armchairs, a sofa, and a small round table.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Cal

S$166

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a covered area with a sign reading "Cliffhouse 1st".

A breakfast table set with various dishes, drinks, and utensils.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by wooden-framed windows and potted plants.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

James

S$198

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and built-in wardrobes.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

19. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kassidy

S$83

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, under a wooden pergola with string lights.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a comfortable seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden table with a bottle and glasses.

20. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

LaDonna

S$117

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.6 Exceptional 2,040 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 670 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,047 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 256 reviews	View
Marshall's Creek Rest Motel	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to everything which is what we wanted."

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The Historic Gatlinburg Inn was just like I expected. Neat to see how things have changed as they try to keep the same furniture and motif from when it was built however updated bathrooms, tvs, etc, and bedding is great. Love being right downtown and walkable to everything too."

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Es la segunda ves que voy con mi familia y todo está súper limpio , la atención excelente, siempre volveremos"

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Bed was comfortable, room was clean. Conveniently located to downtown Gatlinburg."

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, clean room, close to downtown. Enjoyed our stay. John at front desk was pleasant to talk too"

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the resort, rooms were very clean and spacious with lots of light. The swimming area was fabulous with a large pool, slide and an area of lounging chairs in a shallow pool. Great to have a host that you could order food from and drinks during the poolside. Restaurants , longe and bar were just lovely. Would come again. Only thing I could highly suggest: You need more pool umbrella's as too hot to sit in that heat during the afternoon."

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Friendly staff."

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stsy!"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"The rooms are always cleaner than most in the area. The property is showing some age, but the rooms on the hill are a lot nicer and we always try to stay up there when available. Overall it was a good stay and the location is perfect to everything."

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A town nestled in a valley with autumn-colored trees, surrounded by mountains.

Gatlinburg SkyPark

9.4/10 (5,131 reviews)

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

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Gatlinburg Ziplines

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Aerial zip lines, rope climbing, freefalls, trapeze swings and treetop bridges make this attraction a great day for all the family.

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A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, American flags, and a stage for live music.

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

9.2/10 (4,285 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Sugarlands Distilling Company

You can take time to visit Sugarlands Distilling Company during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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Traffic Light #8

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you take a trip to Traffic Light #8.

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Iris Theater

You can enjoy a show at Iris Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Moving Theater

You can make plans for a show at Ripley's Moving Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

You can find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a visit to Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum 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 357 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, 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 close by include The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg and Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 357 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens or Star Cars Museum. Learn about local history at Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater and Ripley's Moving Theater.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

5. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

6. The Gillette

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

8. Bearskin Lodge on the River

9. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

13. The Appy Lodge

14. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

15. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

16. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

18. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

19. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

20. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

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Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Gatlinburg Ziplines

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Traffic Light #8

Iris Theater

Ripley's Moving Theater

Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

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