The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Hotels
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
7.6 (232 reviews)
929 PARKWAY, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, 37738 , Gatlinburg , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Continental breakfast
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Outdoor furniture
Elevator
Free breakfast
Wheelchair accessible parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Hot tub not working
Inconsistent room service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.49
Some reviews mentioned stains on furniture and flooring, and there were cockroaches seen in the bathroom.
Service
8.46
Most reviews highlighted friendly staff and good service, despite a few complaints about rudeness from some front desk staff.
Location
9
Reviewers consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, with easy access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
6.95
Mixed reviews, with mentions of comfortable rooms but also reporting some renovations needed and issues with hot water.
Amenities
5.98
Several amenities like the hot tub were noted as not working, and problems with the ice maker were reported.
Value for Money
7.94
The hotel was considered a good cost per night for the location and amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast options were positively mentioned, with reviewers enjoying the quality of food provided.
Overall Experience
7.96
General satisfaction with several positive remarks, though issues mentioned affected the overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:31

Property Description

Recreational Facilities
Enjoy the outdoor and indoor pool.

Complimentary Amenities
Access free Wi-Fi and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast.

Convenient Features
Benefit from free onsite parking and a 24-hour front desk.


Book your stay at The Wander Hotel now and experience the best of Gatlinburg!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from April to November.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 3

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 232 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.49
Service: 8.46
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.95
Amenities: 5.98
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Irina friends
6
Pros:

Very convenient location on Main Street. Parking was helpful, otherwise have to pay in the city parking. Conditioner didn’t work right, had to turn it off. Breakfast was ok except eggs and sausage were almost cold. Town was very busy with tourist for Oktoberfest, so overall I was happy just to be there for festivities.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Wendy family
8
Pros:

Property is getting a little old, needs some repairs, shower spicker was hard to move from hot to cold.that was the only thing in our room that needed attention.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Tiffany family_with_children
4
Pros:

Obviously you know when you book something on the Gatlinburg strip it will be dated. I’ve stayed at other hotels in the area many times and understand convenience versus nice new hotel.

With that said- when we opened our door for the first time- the smell of mist and mold hits you. The entire carpet around the AC unit was soaked. It stayed soaked the whole stay. (Temp outside in 70’s, we had it set to 70 during day and 69 at night so it definitely didn’t run often) the whole room felt damp, our clothes, the bedding, etc.
Since we were out most of the days, we tried not to let it bother us.
Every towel seemed stained, the bedsheets stained.. the carpet was so dirty our socks were black. The indoor pool didn’t have the heater that worked so the water was ice cold and the hot tub didn’t work.
The staff was very kind. We did ask about the pool, but were told no eta on it being fixed.
The convenience of this location is the only thing that’s nice, being able to leave your room and walk for dinner or activities. The rates are very high for the amount of issues with the hotel though.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Michael family_with_children
8
Pros:

Clean room,staff was friendly, was in walking distance from good restaurants, & shopping, only problem had was getting in & out of the parking lot.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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Ashley
2
Pros:

My room smell like mildew and there was cockroaches everywhere to front desk. Thought it might just be the people that stayed before us. They came in fumigated our room and left us without anywhere to go. Will never stay here again.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Ashley
10
Pros:

Beautiful and the people were so nice and helped us as much as they could after wanted fumigated our room while we were using it

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Carol
8
Pros:

Nice room. Great location. Convenient for walking downtown. Wonderful breakfast. Front desk staff friendly. Balcony a plus.

Indoor pool was nice but not heated; no restroom nearby. Had to ask for enough towels every day (3 guests registered; only 2 sets in room). TV kept coming on by itself; had to unplug it every night. Small bathroom. Couldn’t get water for shower regulated; either too hot or too cold.

Otherwise, a great place to stay!

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Verlon family
10
Pros:

Great place to stay will be back soon

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Mark
4
Pros:

Location of hotel is it’s best feature

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Teresa
10
Pros:

Hotbtub at pool not working. Very clean and spacious rooms.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Tracy family
8
Pros:

We originally booked a suite. There were 5 of us. The suite was not like it was advertised. Basically 2 rooms with full size beds not queen, one bathroom, one area to hang clothes. Thankfully Dyneen at the front desk changed our accommodations and put us in two rooms with 2 beds each room next to each. Dyneen at the front desk was very professional, very friendly. A plus to the facility. Hot tub was not working. One of the reasons we chose this hotel was indoor pool and hot tub. we brought our grandchildren. Indoor pool was dirty and we had to ask for someone to clean before the kids would get in it. Clumps of hair floating on the bottom, bugs, clothes tags were in the bottom.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Daniel partner
10
Pros:

The staff were very pleasant and knowledgeable about shopping and resturants. Would definitly stay again

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Susanne
10
Pros:

Pet friendly, good breakfast, great location!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Sherri partner
10
Pros:

Centrally located, many dining options nearby. We stayed in building #3, the room was fine, but it is dated and could use some updating. Staff are friendly and helpful, felt safe walking around.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Morgan
8
Pros:

Over all the stay was pleasant. Comfy beds and location was perfect. Was very convenient with our two small dogs. My only 2 complaints are I woke up each morning with ants on the bathroom sink and I never could get the hot water to work in the shower. But other then that it was a good place to stay.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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Bhavesh family
10
Pros:

Very convenient location, Good Staff and Best services as per the price…

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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Angela partner
10
Pros:

This will be the 2nd vacation we have booked for this hotel. We will keep booking here as long as we are happy. This is a great hotel for the money. Convenient for the family.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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America
10
Pros:

Hotel was very nice and clean...will definitely be staying there again

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Jiri
10
Pros:

Hotel was good, room was nice. Plenty of hot water. Hot tub not working. NO COFFEE for the whole stay. Rude front desk and staff.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
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Pamela
10
Always a great place to stay!
Pros:

I always stay at The Wander. I've always been satisfied with the room and friendly staff. Great place to stay!

2025-09-25 via Nuitee