See all properties

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

3.5 star property
Resort near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Lobby sitting area
Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds River View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
240 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Loft, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View

Balcony view

Signature Loft, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Balcony view

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 192 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room - 1 King Bed

Signature Room - 1 King Bed | Balcony

Signature Room - 1 King Bed

  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds River View

Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds River View | Balcony view

Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds

Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room - 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Balcony view

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

You may also like

Ad
Property grounds

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
3.2 out of 5, 1,032 reviews
$56 nightly
The price is $63
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Gatlinburg resort, you'll find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Mountain Mall and Traffic Light #6 are also within half a mile (1 km).
View more Resorts in GatlinburgOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anakeesta - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Resort near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg resort is smoke free.

  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with hydromassage showerheads, and hair dryers. This Gatlinburg resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Private Balcony) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
River Edge Inn
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Kids pool
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,005 reviews
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
River Edge Inn

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per stay

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 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
This property accepts dogs only. The following breeds are not permitted: Great Dane, Sharpei, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow and Presa Canario; other dog breeds at discretion of property management. A dog must not exceed 60 pounds (27 kilograms), or in the case of 2 dogs, must not exceed 60 pounds combined; dogs must be maximum 36 inches (91 centimeters) long, and maximum 36 inches tall. Pets left unattended in guestrooms must be kept in a pet carrier or crate. Dogs must be leashed at all times when outside the guestroom. Dogs are not allowed in public areas, including restaurants, spa/salon, pool areas, showrooms, convention spaces, casino, and/or common retail spaces.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Resort
River Terrace Resort
River Terrace Resort Gatlinburg
River Terrace Resort Hotel
River Terrace Resort Hotel Gatlinburg
River Terrace Gatlinburg
River Terrace Hotel Gatlinburg
River Terrace Resort And Convention Center
River Terrace Resort Convention Center
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Gatlinburg
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Resort Gatlinburg

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Terrace Resort & Convention Center to the airport?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center is 44.1 mi (69-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 River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center on Jan 20, 2026 start from $90.48, excluding 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 River Terrace Resort & Convention Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center.

Does River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offer free breakfast?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does River Terrace Resort & Convention Center have a pool?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center features an outdoor pool.

Does River Terrace Resort & Convention Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is River Terrace Resort & Convention Center to downtown Gatlinburg?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center is 0.1 mi away from Gatlinburg.

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 417 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1032 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

beverly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROL, Bloomington

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shanna

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel was very outdated, I felt like the photos online made it look nicer than it was and it could use a refresh. Our bathroom fan did not work and the only mirror in the entire room was the bathroom mirror. It would have been nice to have a full size mirror or a second portable one to be used in the room. There was an odd amount of garbage around the parking lot area. The thing that really saves this hotel is the location; walkability was huge for my group and we were close to everything. If I could find a nicer hotel in a similar price range I would stay elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory, Philadelphia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room is quite dated. Huge jacuzzi tub right beside the bed. Not sure who needs that. Had trouble getting hot water for shower. I had about 2 min before it went cold. It's in a great location but the room conditions would keep me from returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience was fine, but.... This place is not aging well. The bathrooms needed a serious remodel, like 10 years ago. Hot water in the sink was scalding, but the shower was good for maybe 3 minutes of lukewarm water and then nothing, coldest shower ever. The staff was helpful. our room was missing a remote, and they got us one super fast. No cleaning service until you check out, but they will bring you whatever you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD, Cloquet

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for the location. Great walking distance for everything. However, the sink and tub were disgusting, bed was very hard. The maintenance man literary had to break down our door for us to get into our room. It no longer locked, the front desk staff called hotels aroumd and no available rooms. This was at 9pm. We had to drive home 8 hours. And we paid $250 for 1 night. This was a very bad experience and i wont stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for walking to Gatlinburg. Seeing a black bear in the river from our balcony was an added bonus!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are old but clean. I liked having a balcony. I liked the mountain creek near the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
NASTY ROOMS! Short staffed. Outside around property was nicely decorated for fall. Inside office only one staff for entire place. Breakfast is a job. Small Keurig coffee pot for entire resort and some cheap granola bars. Sad that that is prime location & such a rip off. Huge Opportunity for a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

jesse

Disliked: Staff & service
I booked a king size bed for me and my wife to stayin amd we got two queen size beds and the front desk lady was trying her best to help us she said she would text us when our king size room would be availableand i never receivedthat call or text, furthermore the cleaning crew sucks, me and my wife stayed a week and the cleaning crew never came in to our room to clean it or give us new towels, i am very unhappy with the cleaning crew or that me amd my wife didnt get a king size bedroom that i booked
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

REX

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I arrived at the hotel around 5pm. My room was not ready and I had to wait. Finally I settled for a room without the balcony and view. We've stayed at River Terrace for 3 years, but this will be my last year. We were not discounted for the downgrade.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and always very helpful. Unfortunately, the first room we had for our family vacation was not clean, and consistently smelled of marijuana smoke. There were bugs (roaches), mouse droppings, an air conditioner that would not work, a tv that did not work, and the bathroom door was rotting at the bottom. Additionally, our family of 5 was given 1 washcloth and 2 towels for our 5 night stay, resulting in the need to go to the front desk to request additional items multiple times. The staff was very friendly in resolving the majority of the issues by allowing us to change rooms during our stay. We still were left with a lack of adequate towels and washcloths, and there is no house keeping throughout the stay. We have stayed in this location multiple times in the past, but the quality of this visit specifically was diminished compared to previous visits. We hope to stay here again in the future, but only after we have confirmation that things have been done to fix the current issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Take the bear warnings serious. They are there and in the parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Enrique

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff and location is the only positive thing I can say about this place I can see back in the early 1960s this place was at its peak but now is just very outdated it was actually very disappointing I don’t have a problem with old and pristine furnished with taste, well taken care of and when everything works as it should in the room, but this place is just old it seriously needs a renovation. I ended up going to another Hotel didn’t even bother asking for a refund I couldn’t sleep one more night there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jerin

Liked: Staff & service
Gorgeous view, lots of
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie-Lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here in the last few months because it is in the perfect most central location, clean, and beautiful! Thanks again for another great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay!!

The hotel is in such a great location! The staff is friendly. There’s also a breakfast served in the morning with pastries, yogurt, coffee, oatmeal, etc. The hotel is a little dated and could use some refurbishment but overall excellent stay. Also got to see some awesome bears walking in the river below our balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked staying here can walk to everything. We were there to do alot of hiking hiking
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Scenic
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Perfect spot within walking distance to a lot!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025