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Bearskin Lodge on the River

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Breakfast area
Reception
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • River view

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 393 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • City view

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Gatlinburg hotel, you'll find Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Traffic Light #10 and Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

3-star hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Bearskin Lodge on the River also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

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).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Lazy river
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bearskin Lodge on the River to the airport?

Bearskin Lodge on the River is 44.9 mi (71-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 Bearskin Lodge on the River?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bearskin Lodge on the River on Feb 1, 2026 start from $105.14, 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 Bearskin Lodge on the River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bearskin Lodge on the River.

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River offer free breakfast?

Bearskin Lodge on the River does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a pool?

Bearskin Lodge on the River features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bearskin Lodge on the River to downtown Gatlinburg?

Bearskin Lodge on the River is 0.6 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 936 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 936 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 936 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 936 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 936 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend to add more breakfast options and some needed to be updated and the sink need to be tighten
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking that I used was directly in front of check-in so I felt like camera surveillance was adequate while staying there. I loved the room and it was very fitting for the mountains. The staff were extremely friendly and Gatlinburg is a small community--I actually saw people I knew from other states. Great place for a mini reunion.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine. Average hotel for Gatlinburg. Expensive like the rest of the hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, rooms big, easy access to everything in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View of river was gorgeous. Balcony was great. Staff was awesome. Parking is tight but good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice. Bathroom was a little dated and could use a new shower head. It was a little moldy but otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean . Staff was very nice. And the balcony over the river was absolutely amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, loved the hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Muncie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Walking distance to great restaurants. Location was perfect! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about this property. Just booked it for December
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Felt like in a cabin in the woods
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Billy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Loved the bears in the river!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Enjoyed the hotel and the spacious room. The beds were very comfortable. Only negative was one of our beds squeaked.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area away from the hustle of downtown. Clean, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and they kindly checked us in early. It was our first time in TN and we can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Convenient, and a Couple of Bears! The room was spotless, check-in was a breeze, and the location couldn’t have been better. Traffic, however, was a different story — thankfully, the bypass saved our sanity (and possibly our marriage). We actually spotted two bears in the creek behind the hotel our first night — a true Smoky Mountain welcome! Unfortunately, we visited during Slammedenuff weekend, so traffic was a nightmare and the kids roaming around were... let’s just say “enthusiastically obnoxious.” Still, being slightly off the main strip gave us a nice noise buffer, so nights were surprisingly peaceful. The beds were a bit firm and the bathroom was cozy (translation: don’t drop the soap or you’ll have to exit to pick it up), but the air conditioner worked like a champ. Overall, a solid stay and definitely worth the money!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025