Gatlinburg River Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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324 Hemlock Street, St. Rt 441/321, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

2 Queen Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(126 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Riverview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Deluxe Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Connecting Room: 1 King, 2 Queen Beds. Riverview Balcony.

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Connecting Room: 4 Queen Beds. Riverview Balcony.

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 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
Days Inn River Hotel Gatlinburg
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
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel
Gatlinburg River Inn Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel Gatlinburg
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 25, 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 701 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1378 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would book again. Christmas lights lit up the street across from River balcony adding to the spirit. We had a fireplace in the room which made it a lovely winter addition. The hot tub was a bust - luke warm - but everything else was great. The people were very nice. I will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is rundown. The online pictures don’t represent the hotel’s dilapidated reality. The hallway carpet was filthy and smelled musty. The cloth that attempted to cover the bed base was unfitted and dirty. The worst parte was the entrance of the hotel. The doors are unlocked for anyone to access the premises at anytime. There isn’t key card or any other lock mechanism. I felt unsafe there. While the view from rooms is beautiful, it doesn’t make up for the inadequacies of this hotel. I wouldn’t recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean staff was friendly breakfast was very good Had and excellent time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was fairly clean with a little wall fireplace and balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keneesha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and everything was spot on to a previous stay at the hotel and will be staying again on our next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ninela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and we really loved having a room with a balcony right next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great the staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

myong

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no problem with staff spotless room, the dog fee was very expensive 60 dollars. Paid 56 for the room and 60 for my labradoodle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean, had a balcony overlooking the river, staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Saul

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025