Country Inn & Suites Downtown Convention Center by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Americas
7.8 (2790 reviews)
421 Reagan Lane , Gatlinburg , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent central location within walking distance to the strip and park entrances
Friendly and helpful staff in most encounters
Comfortable beds and appreciated indoor pool
Some rooms feature new-looking carpet, strong AC, and large tubs
Breakfast (when good) offers many choices
Cons:
Very limited parking and parking availability is a recurring problem
Inconsistent cleanliness: reports of mold, mildew smell, dirt, and a found used toothbrush
Room maintenance issues (cracked drywall, mismatched paint, nonworking outlets/phones)
Amenities issues: broken ice machine, no hot tub as expected, occasional chlorine smell in hallways
Breakfast quality inconsistent; some guests advise skipping

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Multiple guests reported mold, mildew odor, dirt on floors, a used toothbrush, and musty-smelling rooms, though some rooms appeared clean (new carpet). Overall cleanliness is inconsistent and a notable negative.
Service
9.2
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful and moved guests quickly when issues arose, though at least one guest encountered an unhappy employee. Overall service is generally strong.
Location
10
Consistently praised: excellent walking distance to the Gatlinburg strip and park entrances, convenient for sightseeing and hiking; location is a clear strength.
Room Quality
6
Mixed room quality: some positives (large tubs, good AC, new carpet appearance) but also reports of cracked drywall, mismatched paint, nonworking outlets/phones, and lingering odors—rooms need maintenance.
Amenities
7.5
Indoor pool appreciated by families, but amenities are marred by problems: limited parking, nonworking ice machine, no hot tub as expected by one guest, and occasional chlorine smell in hallways.
Value for Money
8
Guests found the location and some features reasonable for the price, but cleanliness and room maintenance issues reduce perceived value for some; overall still fair value for many visitors.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Breakfast received generally positive notes (many choices, good breakfast), though a few guests said it was not fantastic and recommended skipping at times.
Overall Experience
8
Overall stays are mixed: strong location and generally helpful staff yield a positive baseline, but inconsistent cleanliness, limited parking, and room maintenance issues leave an uneven experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:40

Property Description

Welcome to Country Inn & Suites By Radisson Gatlinburg!

Complimentary Amenities: Start your day with a delicious hot breakfast, stay connected with free WiFi, and unwind in our heated indoor pool.

In-Room Features: Enjoy the convenience of a coffee machine, microwave, and refrigerator in every room, along with ironing facilities, cable TV, and a private bathroom.

Convenience and Recreation: Stay fit at our on-site fitness centre, take advantage of the business centre, and relax with complimentary parking. Explore nearby attractions like Ripley's Aquarium and the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

Book your stay now and experience comfort and convenience at Country Inn & Suites By Radisson Gatlinburg!

Important information:

The fitness center will be closed until the end of the year for renovationsGuests 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.
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

7.8
Based on 2790 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 9.2
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8
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sammir • family_with_children • us
6
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
10
We stayed 2 nights. My only bad experience was the first night, about 315a the room above us was stomping around or what
Pros:

It was located just a couple blocks off the main Gatlinburg strip. Easy walking to stuff.

Cons:

I thought it had a hot tub when I booked, but it didn’t. Not their fault.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Roshonda • couple • us
8
Decent hotel for a short stay.
Pros:

It was a good experience. Parking availability is awful.

Cons:

Not much can be done about parking due to location.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Nestor • couple • us
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • us
7
We love Gatlinburg and will be visiting
Pros:

It was close to walking distance to downtown

Cons:

Parking is horrible there’s not enough space for all the cars for the hotel

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Mathew • family_with_children • us
5
Wouldn’t do it again.
Pros:

It’s tucked back further from the main drag but still within perfect walking distance to everything.

Cons:

Our first room had mold in it and the second floor smelled strongly of mildew. Looked around a little bit, wiped the air unit with a damp paper towel and found the source, along with the spots on the desk. The staff very quickly moved us to a different room on a different floor. This room was also in desperate need of some love and remodeling - cracks in bathroom drywall, mismatched paint, the desk outlet, light, and even the desk phone didn’t work.

Skip the breakfast. It wasn’t fantastic. The ice machine on the 4th floor didn’t work. There was a used toothbrush behind the sink in our bathroom. We did get fresh towels every day, and that was very much appreciated, but there usually wasn’t enough of them left for all 4 of us.

The pool is in the basement and you can sometimes smell the chlorine in the hallways. Parking is very limited there and I imagine can be a headache to find at night.

The pictures of this place need updated because they do not correctly reflect everything. The staff were very friendly and helpful every time, but I wouldn’t stay here again.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Jim • couple • us
10
A VERY EXCELLENT OVER NIGHT DTAY.
Pros:

CLEAN. NEW CARPET IT APPEARED. EXCELLENT AC. BIG TUB!!! Check in young ladies, both perfect.

Cons:

THE LABORATORY FAUCET AERATOR NEEDED REPLACEMENT, not much!

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • couple • us
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Billy • family_with_children • us
10
Perfect location and staff was amazing
Pros:

The property wasn’t on the parkway which made it easier to leave hotel to go hiking the park but they have a ramp to and from the center of the parkway which makes the hotel perfect location

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Adhikari • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Gary • family_with_children • us
8
Pleasant and convenient location.
Pros:

Convenient to the strip and to the Smokey Mountains entrance. Beds were comfortable and the breakfast was good with many choices.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Saini • couple • us
5
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Von • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent stay, nothing to complain about
Pros:

It was close to the parkway . I think it was a 5 minute walk . We saw bears every night we were there.

Cons:

Not enough parking

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The location was nice, just a short walk to the main strip. The indoor pool was a nice way for my children to unwind and get aome exercise in the evening.

Cons:

We were on the 4th floor, the doors and ceilings were low. During busy times parking can be difficult to find.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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April • couple • us
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location, everything is in walking distance

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • us
3
We were happy to put this hotel in our rear view mirror.
Pros:

Decent location

Cons:

Lack of parking at the hotel, staff is just doing their job and nothing else. Our encounter with a staff member was sad. We asked about her day and her response was “ every day working in a hotel is terrible “
Our bathroom had a lot of dirt on the floor, smelled musty and the lights are rusting on the nightstands. Breakfast area was extremely hot and the staff was not very friendly. Overall it was a place to stay but not one we would suggest or recommend.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Heidy • family_with_children • us
7
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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hayes • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jun • couple • us
1
This is by far the worst hotel I have ever stayed at!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

A lot of things but the staffs were very nice

This is by far the worst hotel I have ever stayed at!

First, the GPS could not direct us to the hotel parking lot. Instead, it kept leading us through a parking lot for charging stations. Every single time, it took us at least 20 minutes to figure out how to get to the hotel. This was incredibly frustrating.

Second, when the hotel parking lot was full, we had to find an alternative parking lot. We couldn’t find it and had to return to the hotel for help. To be fair, the staff member was very nice and actually walked with us to show us where the additional parking lot was. I appreciated his help, but the parking situation itself was absolutely ridiculous. And here’s the worst part: it was midnight, and my daughter and I had to walk back to the hotel. On the way, we encountered a black bear on the road, which absolutely terrified us. Is this really the kind of experience guests should have to go through just to park their cars?
Third, the hotel looks more like a motel, and while the rooms were somewhat cleaner than typical motel rooms, the price was outrageously high — over $250 per night on a weekday! For that kind of money, I expected a much better experience, not confusing directions, a terrible parking situation, and a frightening walk back to the hotel in the middle of the night.
I am extremely disappointed and angry about this experience. The price is absolutely not justified by the quality or convenience of this hotel. I will NEVER stay here again, and I would absolutely NOT recommend this place to anyone. Save your money and stay somewhere else.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee