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Bearskin Lodge on the River

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with lazy river, steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Breakfast area
Reception
Front of property
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Gatlinburg

Bearskin Lodge on the River places you steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Gatlinburg SkyPark. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a lazy river. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Gatlinburg hotel include Gatlinburg Convention Center and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Mountain hotel with lazy river, steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Bearskin Lodge on the River also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and a lift. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Yep, Bearskin Lodge on the River has a free self car park.

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a pool?

Bearskin Lodge on the River has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September).

Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

No, Bearskin Lodge on the River does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 952 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary Lou

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, beautiful scenery on balcony. Breakfast could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Errol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Suping

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff were friendly and location is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is pretty old
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was amazing! Very quiet and comfortable. The fire-place was delightful. The two lady staff-members left a lot to be desired. First, the woman at check in wouldn't stand up because she was "cold" to where I was having to lean well over the desk to hand her my card / ID. I kept having to ask her what she was saying because she stayed hidden behind her computer screen. She finally acted annoyed and stood up (that's when she said she was "cold"). Later that evening, my mother (who had just turned 82) had requested an extra blanket, so I went downstairs to ask for one. The other "lady" working at the desk looks up and says "yes," to which I requested an extra blanket for my elderly mother. The look on her face was one of disgust. She responded with "I'll see if I can find one." Really? Was it necessary to act that way to someone asking for a blanket? While I was there, I observed the first woman (from check in) again sitting down while a customer was trying to get checked in. I am NOT saying she needed to stand the whole time - I'm only saying that her desk could be situated to where she wasn't hidden to the point of making communication difficult. Other female employees would not make eye-contact and would go out of their way to not have to speak. It was really strange! Other than the staff, the hotel is absolutely amazing. We will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend to add more breakfast options and some needed to be updated and the sink need to be tighten
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff, wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was clean and bed was comfy. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yeongrok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very near to the nice restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ilene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Balcony view was great of the River and parking was great as well. We have a handicap Placard and was able to access a parking spot each time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short but pleasant. Everything was nice and clean, thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with a fireplace and balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking that I used was directly in front of check-in so I felt like camera surveillance was adequate while staying there. I loved the room and it was very fitting for the mountains. The staff were extremely friendly and Gatlinburg is a small community--I actually saw people I knew from other states. Great place for a mini reunion.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine. Average hotel for Gatlinburg. Expensive like the rest of the hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, rooms big, easy access to everything in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View of river was gorgeous. Balcony was great. Staff was awesome. Parking is tight but good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025