Gatlinburg River Inn, Gatlinburg ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

Gatlinburg River Inn is a 2-star riverfront hotel offering comfortable accommodations and modern amenities, including a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast. Located near major attractions like the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, it is a family-friendly destination with convenient access to local shops and dining.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms at Gatlinburg River Inn feature balconies overlooking the river, providing opportunities for relaxation and stargazing. Each room includes two queen beds, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a year-round LED fireplace.

Dining & Nearby Options

The hotel offers easy access to various dining options, with restaurants like Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar just 0.5 miles away. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning to start their day.

Leisure & Environment

Recreation options at Gatlinburg River Inn include a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, suitable for family fun. The peaceful environment is complemented by the gentle sounds of the flowing river, enhancing the guest experience.

Location & Transportation

Gatlinburg River Inn is conveniently located on the trolley line, making it easy to explore nearby attractions such as Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster and Rowdy Bear Mountain. Public transport options like the local bus service are within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

3 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Fireplace

Balcony

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King Room Disability Access

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Mountain view

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room Disability Access

Max:

4 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Mountain view

Shower

Heating

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City Center

Gatlinburg2300 ft

Airports

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 47.7 mi

Asheville Regional (AVL) 85.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Mini golf
Fishing

Services

Laundry

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Children

Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

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324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

City landmarks

Aquarium

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

5200 ft

903 Parkway Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

1.1 mi

611 Parkway

Souvenir shopping

5200 ft

115 Historic Nature Trail

Gatlinburg Space Needle

1.1 mi

Convention Center

Gatlinburg Convention Center

1.1 mi

576 Parkway

Anakeesta

5200 ft

576 Parkway At the intersection of the parkway 441 & 321

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

2700 ft

716 Parkway # 37838

World of Illusions

3300 ft

Museums

Hollywood Star Cars Museum

1.1 mi

Ski Elevator

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

1.1 mi

908 Parkway

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

1.1 mi

Broadway Theatre

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

5200 ft

Amusement Park

Earthquake

1.1 mi

800 Parkway

Ripley's Believe It or Not Gatlinburg

3900 ft

742 Parkway

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church

3700 ft

919 Parkway

Amazing Mirror Maze

1.1 mi

706 E Parkway

Chapel of Love

3800 ft

631 Parkway

Guinness World Records Adventure

5200 ft

650 Parkway

Ole Smoky Barrelhouse

1.1 mi

Museums

Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens

1.1 mi

424 River Rd

Mysterious Mansion

1.1 mi

National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

5200 ft

519 Parkway

Doc Collier Moonshine Distillery

5200 ft

Museums

Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

1.5 mi

Nearby

340 Parkway

Hillbilly Golf

200 ft

306 Parkway

Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster

200 ft

379 Parkway

Tsali Monument

900 ft

188 Parkway

Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-Golf

200 ft

386 Parkway Located one block before traffic light #3

Rowdy Bear Mountain

200 ft

Roaring Fork

1300 ft

Restaurants

Mountaineer Kandy Kitchen

3.2 mi

1001 Parkway Ste 8

Donut Friar

3700 ft

634 Parkway Ste 15 The Village

New York Pizza & Pasta

3300 ft

611 Parkway Mountain Mall

Anakeesta Smokehouse Southern BBQ

3600 ft

576 Parkway

Pearls Pie in the Sky

3600 ft

576 Parkway Anakeesta

Tennessee Jed's

3500 ft

631 Parkway Suite a8

Heavenly Delights Cafe & Bakery

3500 ft

631 Parkway Suite Baskins Square

Karmelkorn Shoppe

4100 ft

647 Parkway

Ben & Jerry's

3600 ft

638 Parkway

Coffee and Company

3700 ft

634 Parkway Ste 13

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Cozy rooms

Convenient location

Limited dining

Service could be more attentive

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.3

Service

8.3

Dining

6.7

Todd

United States of America, August 2023

7.2/10

The hotel is a charming place, with cozy rooms and a lovely fireplace, but the service could be more attentive. The location is pretty convenient, close to downtown and the park, however, the dining options are limited. A decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are cozy and come with a fireplace.

Service

7.0

The service was decent, but could be more attentive, especially with laundry services.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of downtown, close to everything including the park.

Dining

6.0

Dining options are limited, especially for pho lovers.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers basic facilities, nothing extravagant.

Cozy rooms

Limited dining

Paula

United States of America, August 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location was simply amazing, right by the river with beautiful balconies overlooking it. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was top-notch. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired. Overall, a great value for the price.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy with a lovely fireplace, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the laundry service was a convenient bonus.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location by the river was picturesque, and it was so convenient being close to everything, including the park.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, but I wish there were more signature dishes to choose from.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

scenic views

limited dining

Travis

United States of America, July 2023

8.6/10

I absolutely loved this hotel! The location is unbeatable, right by the river and within easy walking distance to downtown. The rooms were cozy and clean, the service was outstanding, but the dining options could use a little improvement. Overall, a great value for the money with lovely river views.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and clean, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, very attentive and friendly.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better, right by the river and close to everything.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, but I wished there were more options available.