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A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

A bar area with a 'License to Chill' sign, multiple TVs, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a tropical mural.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Dale

£170

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

A stone wall with a wooden log ceiling and a sign reading "Bearskin Lodge on the River".

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

2. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, < 0.1 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

lawrence

£198

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.

A rustic-themed store with wooden shelves displaying snacks, beverages, and souvenirs.

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

3. The Appy Lodge

1.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Tyler

£127

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.

A spacious lobby with a curved wooden ceiling, comfortable seating areas, and a large flat-screen TV.

A covered pavilion with stone pillars, a metal roof, and outdoor seating.

4. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

0.6 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Stephanie

£112

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

5. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

esaul

£111

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, balconies with plants, and seating areas.

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

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a wooden overhang and a sign that reads "Glenstone Lodge".

6. Glenstone Lodge

0.4 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Dayna

£64

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a waterfall, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A multi-story hotel with balconies overlooking a flowing river.

A view of a river flowing through a forested area with rocks and trees.

A multi-story building with balconies overlooking a rocky stream.

7. Sidney James Mountain Lodge

0.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Erin

£64

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A river with clear water flowing over rocks.

A view from a balcony overlooking a river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating a Gold Award Winner.

A corridor with stone walls and a metal railing.

8. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Patricia

£64

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with a central water feature and a palm tree sculpture.

A modern living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern living room with a staircase, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet.

A stone fireplace with a clock above it, surrounded by shelves with decorative items and a mounted picture.

9. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Jason

£60

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a forested area with tall trees and a clear sky.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted TV, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A bedroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a bathtub, and a balcony with a view of trees.

10. Laurel Inn Condominium

0.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Shailesh

£154

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a riverside location, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a blue patterned throw. There is a wall-mounted lamp between the beds and a framed picture of a waterfall on the wall.

A hotel with multiple balconies, a river in front, and lush greenery.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

11. Gatlinburg River Inn

1.2 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Matthew

£66

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A riverside view from a balcony with red chairs, a wooden deck, and a bridge in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, metal railings, and a roof structure.

A river running through a lush green area with a building on the right side.

A dining area with a large window overlooking a scenic outdoor view.

12. Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

1.3 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Martin

£101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a reception desk, and a bear statue.

A small building with a sign reading 'Best Western.'

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

A swimming pool with a blue slide, lounge chairs, and a stone building.

13. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

0.7 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Rafael Santiago

£66

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towel rack. The room has a stone wall and a wooden floor.

A modern kitchen with a curved island, bar stools, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a fireplace, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

14. River Edge Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

JOSEPH

£96

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall backdrop, a poolside chair, and a clear blue pool.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

0.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Todd

£80

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a stone fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances including a coffee maker, microwave, and toaster.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a glass-walled lobby, and a river running alongside.

16. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, < 0.1 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Kaden

£57

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a sunlit patio area with outdoor seating.

A LEGONTE VIEW MOTOR LODGE with a stone facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

A motel with a stone facade, a sign for 'The Wander' motel, and a parking area.

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

17. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Ramanjaneyulu

£58

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, wooden flooring, a ceiling with a skylight, and a door.

A kitchenette with stainless steel appliances, a bread display, and a coffee machine.

A room with two upholstered chairs, a small table with magazines, and a window with a view of a parking lot and a hill.

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

18. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Gatlinburg at the Convention Center

0.5 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Christopher

£64

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A bedroom with a bed featuring a forest-themed quilt, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a bear illustration.

A dining area with a round wooden table, four chairs, a chandelier, and a three-tiered serving tray with food and a sign.

19. Olde Gatlinburg Rentals

0.6 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Stephanie

£147

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a ceiling light.

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a desk with a lamp, a couch, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a black chair.

20. Ski Mountain Lodge

< 0.1 mi from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

jennifer

£52

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,061 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Appy Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg	9.0 Wonderful 2,492 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center	9.2 Wonderful 1,685 reviews	View

Top Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead Hotel Reviews

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a great stay at this hotel! The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We especially loved how dog-friendly the hotel was, which made our stay even better. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again! !"

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, good location."

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel,clean, and friendly staff"

Reagan Resorts Inn

10/10 Excellent

"After driving 9 hours and having a horrible experience at a hotel down the road, this place was a complete turnaround. We booked a four-night stay just 20 minutes before checking in, and the staff was extremely nice and helpful. Check-in was quick and easy, and everyone was very accommodating. We really appreciated how welcoming they were and would absolutely stay here again."

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"It was good overall but its better to bring your own body wash and shampoo. It has a very good location and we could walk almost everywhere. We saw a bear right on the river from our room balcony. Breakfast was okay."

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I love their breakfast. I was awesome that the served a hot breakfast that included omelettes or eggs made to order. I also loved the pool, pool slide, lazy river and the free drinks and snacks during happy hour. I will definitely book with this hotel again. My family and I really enjoyed our stay."

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was fantastic."

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Nice pool and hot tub"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Our experience here at property was amazing. You were able to walk to downtown or grab the trolley to different parts of Gatlinburg without ever moving your car. The amenities at the hotel were great and the breakfast was delicious. I would recommend this hotel to anyone that is looking to visit the area and would like to stay where the staff is so friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. Not to mention it’s peaceful yet close to all the attractions. Enjoy!!!!"

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Gatlinburg Convention Center

8.8/10 (1,995 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Traffic Light #10

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you spend time at Traffic Light #10.

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Traffic Light #9

You can find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a stop at Traffic Light #9.

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Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway during your travels to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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Smoky Mountain Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Smoky Mountain Art Gallery in Gatlinburg.

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Old Smoky Gem Mine

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Old Smoky Gem Mine during your stay in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Star Cars Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Star Cars Museum during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Saint Mary's Catholic Church

Saint Mary's Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Gatlinburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead?

Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead is located in Gatlinburg. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 272 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead?

Adjacent to Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead, Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg and The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead?

Expedia has 272 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead.

What can I see and do near Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum or Star Cars Museum. Historic Ogle Log Cabin, Elkmont Historic District and Noah Ogle Place are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can enjoy live performances at Ripley's Moving Theater and Iris Theater.

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Our top choices for Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Bearskin Lodge on the River

3. The Appy Lodge

4. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

5. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

6. Glenstone Lodge

7. Sidney James Mountain Lodge

8. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

9. Crossroads Inn & Suites

10. Laurel Inn Condominium

11. Gatlinburg River Inn

12. Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

13. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

14. River Edge Inn

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

16. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

17. The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

18. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Gatlinburg at the Convention Center

19. Olde Gatlinburg Rentals

20. Ski Mountain Lodge

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Top Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead Hotel Reviews

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Reagan Resorts Inn

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Glenstone Lodge

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Other attractions near Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Gatlinburg Convention Center

Traffic Light #10

Traffic Light #9

Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway

Smoky Mountain Art Gallery

Old Smoky Gem Mine

Star Cars Museum

Saint Mary's Catholic Church

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