In entertainment district.You'll find Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies within a 15-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel. Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Anakeesta - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Gatlinburg SkyPark - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Gatlinburg Space Needle - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Tennessee Cider Company - 14 min walk
Subway - 14 min walk
Ole Red - 10 min walk
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - 16 min walk
Pancake Pantry - 15 min walk
About this property
Gatlinburg River Inn
Hotel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg River Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Gatlinburg River Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.
1 building
58 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Continental breakfast (free)
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Staff is multilingual
Terrace
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Television in lobby
Elevator
No smoking on site
Gatlinburg River Inn offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Children's pool
Hot tub
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas
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
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Restaurant dining guides
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 4 2026 to May 25 2026 (dates subject to change):
Hot tub
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 6 to April 20:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: USD 82.31 per pet, per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Destination fee: USD 13.17 per accommodation, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 82.31 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Days Inn Gatlinburg
Days Inn Gatlinburg River
Days Inn River
Days Inn River Hotel
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Gatlinburg Days Inn
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River
Days Inn Wyndham River
Days Inn Gatlinburg on the River
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gatlinburg River Inn to the airport?
Gatlinburg River Inn is 43.5 mi (67-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gatlinburg River Inn?
As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gatlinburg River Inn on Apr 5, 2026 start from $85, 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.
Does Gatlinburg River Inn have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Gatlinburg River Inn.
Does Gatlinburg River Inn offer free breakfast?
Gatlinburg River Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Gatlinburg River Inn?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Gatlinburg River Inn?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Gatlinburg River Inn?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Gatlinburg River Inn have a pool?
Gatlinburg River Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 6 to April 20.
Does Gatlinburg River Inn have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Gatlinburg River Inn to downtown Gatlinburg?
Gatlinburg River Inn is 0.6 mi away from Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg River Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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no problem with staff spotless room, the dog fee was very expensive 60 dollars. Paid 56 for the room and 60 for my labradoodle.
Mary Ann
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless and great staff
Rick
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Evette
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean, had a balcony overlooking the river, staff was very helpful.
Evette
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
2/10 Terrible
Jason
Dec 7, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
As soon as we checked in and were given access to our room we found bed bugs in our bed. We talked to the front desk and they switched us to another room. When we went in the second room we walked in and the floor was sticky and the room was dirty. We went back to the front desk to check out. We also made contact with this site and the operator was less than helpful. After a lot of frustration I am still waiting on my refund and had to locate another room.
The view is amazing and location is great.. close to everything in a walkable town. However the room cleanliness was subpar and we had literal bugs in our bed while sleeping. I Was told by front desk that stink bugs are common but still it is not a pleasant experience to wake up in the middle of the night to a bug crawling on you.
The rooms are bit dated.. everything was dirty except towels. The inside of the microwave in our room had not been cleaned in weeks, probably months. They definitely can do a better job at cleaning floors and bathroom etc. other than that I would say if you dont plan on spending a lot of time in your room go ahead and take the risk for the price!
Hotel was very clean and updated. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Enjoyed my spacious room with a balcony looking over the river. However, hotel is at the very end of strip so it's a bit of a walk to everywhere. But area was quiet and safe overall.
We normally shy away from staying near Gatlinburg because of congestion, but this hotel was the perfect balance. Close enough for walking distance to many things yet not directly on the strip to have the privacy.
Brittany
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Tina
Traveled with family
Nov 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Not having our parking available, because they let that restaurant use our parking places. Unacceptable!! We paid to stay there and we should have our parking space available at all times!!! We should receive credit for not having our parking available to us!!! So wrong!!! Won’t stay here again because of that!!!
The balcony was definitely a plus! Room was clean with plenty of towels etc provided. Staff were very accommodating. Breakfast was excellent! Tastes great and good variety. I would definitely recommend to others.
Room was great, as described in ad. Staff was all incredibly friendly and helpful. Cooked breakfast was dedinitely a plus. And the best part was they allowed pets.