Gatlinburg River Inn

Hotels
8 (2848 reviews)
324 Hemlock Street , Gatlinburg , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Quiet and relaxing environment
Nice balcony view
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High pet fee
Loud conditions in certain areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Numerous complaints regarding cleanliness, including dirty conditions and self-cleaning by guests.
Service
8.43
Some positive remarks about the staff's helpfulness, but issues with management's handling of complaints.
Location
9.47
Excellent comments regarding the location, convenient access to downtown and a river view.
Room Quality
7.92
Mixed feedback on room amenities; clean but some outdated features and issues mentioned.
Amenities
7.95
Limited amenities available, such as a closed hot tub and outdated TV.
Value for Money
6.91
Concerns regarding the high pet fee and overall expensive pricing given the condition of facilities.
Food and Beverage
7.46
Breakfast options deemed monotonous without variety, but overall satisfactory.
Overall Experience
8.43
Mixed experiences but some positive elements balance out the negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 04:15

Property Description

Convenient Location near Dollywood Theme Park

Located just a short 10-minute drive from the popular Dollywood theme park, Gatlinburg River Inn offers a convenient and comfortable stay for guests looking to explore the attractions of Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Relaxing Amenities for a Memorable Stay

Guests can unwind and enjoy the outdoor seasonal pool, spacious rooms with free WiFi and balconies, as well as amenities like a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. The cable TV in all rooms ensures entertainment during downtime.

Additional Features for Business and Leisure

For guests traveling for work, the hotel provides a business center with fax and photocopying services. After a day of meetings or sightseeing, the outdoor hot tub offers a perfect way to relax and rejuvenate.

Book your stay at Gatlinburg River Inn and experience comfort and convenience during your visit to Gatlinburg!

Important information:

Guests residing within a 20 mile radius of the property are not permitted at this motel.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of USD 60 per pet applies. The maximum number of pets allowed is 2 with the maximum weight of 27.2 Kg.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TYS

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2848 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 6.91
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Thompson solo_traveller us
1
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Larry solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Location, Room, River view

Cons:

Cleanliness of room

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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cintia family_with_children us
4
Pros:

Location, free parking

Cons:

Staff not friendly, breakfast

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Brett couple us
5
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple us
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Green couple us
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Left side of the building stairs were down makes things very inconvenient when parked on that side of the building.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Kyle couple us
7
Good location and not a terrible experience just fell short in an area and it wasn’t taken care of.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The bed was awful. It literally would fold up and buckle in when laying on it.
My pregnant wife ended up
Sleeping on the pullout couch which isn’t ideal.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Donald solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Mary extended_group us
10
I will stay there again
Pros:

Breakfast was wonderful, Staff was friendly, Room was nice.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Greg family_with_children us
10
Amazing stat minus lady at front desk.
Pros:

Absolutely amazing property to stay at. Great value.

Cons:

Desk staff was very unprofessional and inappropriate. Management needs to review their employment.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Fearless457852 Family
8
Pleasant experience p
Pros:

Room clean
Personnel nice, friendly, accommodating
Need a xtra chair for sitting

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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Allison family_with_children us
9
Had a great time
Pros:

Room service daily with enough towels etc

Cons:

Parking was very tight.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Valinda couple us
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Johnson couple us
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Larry solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

The location was amazing

Cons:

Spiders all over the place my wife got bit up at night. The neighbors dog barked constantly but the staff took care of it.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Leslie solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Riverside location

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Deidre couple us
8
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Ernest family_with_children us
10
very peaceful and the location was with in walking to all the shops.
Pros:

The whole time that we stayed the room was relaxing. The balcony was amazing over all was a nice place to stay

Cons:

Breakfast could have changed out something different.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Barbara couple us
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
9
929christier Couples
10
Definitely Worth It
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. They offer a good breakfast in the lobby and it is a very convenient location. There is a trolly stop right outside the hotel. The view of the river is incredible from the private balconies. We will definitely be going back.

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor