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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Land view from property
Garden
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(299 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

In Gatlinburg .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 property will be renovating from November 5 2025 to February 15 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in 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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg to the airport?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg is 44.2 mi (69-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg offer free breakfast?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg to downtown Gatlinburg?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg is 0.2 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 793 out of 1544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 434 out of 1544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1544 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawarte

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl, Enterprise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Renovating room. Not all amenities available. No breakfast offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penne

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Serena

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I wasnt expecting anything super nice, but I was not expecting the place to be infested with bed bugs. The sheets had human hair on it and one of the sheets had yellow stains. After flipping over the matress I found a bunch of black reddish spots that appeared to be bed bug feces, along with blood stains. The lady at the front desk was not helpful and rude. We showed her the dirty room and walked away not saying anything. We ended up following her to the front desk and she gave us a new room. I was hoping the new room would be a better experience, since it was in a different building, but it was very unclean. We had to leave late at night and found a much better hotel, so we could sleep in peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

tabitha

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean close to downtown easy walk to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sophia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked half renovated which for the price was not really a problem. The firepit that was advertised was not turned on druing our stay but i noticed that a neighboring hotel's was. It would have been noce since it was 28 degrees. The bathroom was not clean and the bed was hard. For $50 it was about what you would expect but if its more than that I would skip it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is currently undergoing renovations, however, it did not interfere with our stay. Our room was clean when we arrived and cleaned daily during our stay. We enjoyed the outdoor seating areas and fire pit. Very close to the main strip making everything walkable. Breakfast is grab and go with coffee/juice (not sure if this is related to the renovations or not). So if you’re looking for more than that, you may be disappointed. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tejal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and get to see black bears on property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, staff was quick and efficient during check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room. The lrice was great for the location. Counter staff was welcoming and they had hot coffee for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rex

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room wasn’t clean. Toilet always running. Bed slept pretty good. Not convienent entrance to 2 nd level
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Expedia noted they had breakfast, however after I booked my non refundable stay. I then got an email saying they did in fact NOT have breakfast. And I have a routine when out of town. I was devastated a will never be back. The room was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our room had no water to take a shower, mold on the ceiling, drain for sink just laying in there, food under the beds. Will not be back. And they wouldn’t give us a full refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Disliked: Amenities
Room was heavily sprayed by cleaner solution. Breakfast os only coffee and a muffin. They have renovations going on. They charged my card for my stay after I had already booked on Expedia. Called them and customer service was not very pleasant. Kept saying it was refunded on their end when in fact, it was not. Had to call my bank and dispute the charges. Not happy and will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is average but prices are reasonable. The front desk check in clerk was rude and short with me. Room was clean, convenient location. The elevator smelled like smoke and made a weird sound around the second floor. Overall, would stay again but if I am treated rudely again. I will never go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Smyrna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious, the staff was helpful and friendly. I would stay here again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great (front desk). The room was alright I do wish whoever cleaned it before we got there would wipe the part where the mattress lays of top of bc I could see a bunch of crumbs and whatever else. The organe decorative part of both queens beds had stains and the doors could be wiped down with some bleach or something but for thee most parts the room was alright .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Glenda

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025