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Sleepy Bear Motel

Property class: 2
Motel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg

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A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by a black fence, with lounge chairs and picnic tables on the deck.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden panel wall, a television, and a wardrobe.
Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.
A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.
A commercial kitchen with a coffee station, including a coffee machine, various coffee cups, and condiment dispensers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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820 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Cupids Chapel of Love
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Traffic Light #2A
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE COMFORT

  • Sleeps 4

QUADRUPLE COMFORT

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

In Gatlinburg .You'll find Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Moonshine Mountain Coaster and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cupids Chapel of Love - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Traffic Light #2A - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Traffic Light #1A - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Ripley's Mountain Coaster - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sleepy Bear Motel

Motel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg
Free breakfast is served on weekends. Sleepy Bear Motel also features a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Gatlinburg motel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Sleepy Bear Motel offers 55 accommodations. Televisions come with cable channels. This Gatlinburg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available on weekends 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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 and debit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sleepy Bear Motel to the airport?

Sleepy Bear Motel is 45.1 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 Sleepy Bear Motel?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleepy Bear Motel on Sep 28, 2026 start from $99, 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 Sleepy Bear Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sleepy Bear Motel.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Sleepy Bear Motel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sleepy Bear Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sleepy Bear Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Sleepy Bear Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a pool?

Sleepy Bear Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sleepy Bear Motel to downtown Gatlinburg?

Sleepy Bear Motel is 1.3 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Sleepy Bear Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 424 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both the owner and Mike were super helpful. The motel is walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful, the rooms were clean and comfortable. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the southern hospitality and everything was as advertised. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the rooms were amazing, the staff was also very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very nice people there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and amazing breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean, beds were comfy and staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend others to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room at an affordable price close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place recently remodeled peacefull and the breakfast is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trinia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown, lots of food options nearby, clean, very nice staff, good breakfast. Quiet, even on Friday and Saturday night. Would stay again. The pancake place across the street is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, made fresh breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and the room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Great rooms. Excellent staff. Will go again for sure
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was good. The staff was friendly and helpful. Check in was fast and easy. The best part of the room was the balcony overlooking the stream. It was quiet and they served breakfast made to order.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for tram into town. Lovely breakfast cooked at weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evaliz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, the staff is really nice. Room cleaning 10/10 ✨
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely pristine and cozy. The weekend breakfast was really good. All of the staff we met was very friendly and helpful. The bathroom was on the small side but it wasn’t an issue. My family would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cute and simple motel that is conveniently located away from the busy area but just across the street from the free trolley so it was easily accessible. The weekend breakfast was delicious and the staff were very friendly. We enjoyed sitting and watching the water off of our balcony and all of the fireflies in the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel had recently been renovated. The rooms were clean and quite charming with a balcony over the river. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was extremely clean, staff was helpful when we had questions. Rooms were spacious and very nice! Only issue I found was that the wifi wouldn’t work for me, but, other than that it was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 4 nights. It’s an adorable motel in the river. The balcony with river view was the best in the morning. The breakfast cooked to order was absolutely top notch! There was a pool and it was very clean. The room was quiet and peaceful. Location was great also. Gave us that old school motel feel with an updated look. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, friendly staff, clean room and property. Balcony overlooking stream was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, dated property but clean. Balcony overlooking creek is a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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