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Gatlinburg River Inn

2.0 star property
Riverside hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Outdoor spa tub
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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324 Hemlock Street, St. Rt 441/321, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen Riverview Balcony

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2 Queen Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

2 Queen Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

2 Queen Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King Deluxe Riverview Balcony

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Deluxe Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Deluxe Fireplace Riverview Balcony

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Deluxe Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gatlinburg

At Gatlinburg River Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel include Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Gatlinburg SkyPark.

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Red - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Gatlinburg River Inn

Riverside hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Gatlinburg River Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Gatlinburg River Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Gatlinburg River Inn offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

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). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 6 October to 20 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 65.85 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 131.7 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 10.98 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 65.85 per pet, per stay (maximum USD131.7 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Days Inn Gatlinburg
Days Inn Gatlinburg River
Days Inn River
Days Inn River Hotel
Days Inn River Hotel Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg Days Inn
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham River Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Gatlinburg River
Days Inn Wyndham River
Days Inn Gatlinburg on the River
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel
Gatlinburg River Inn Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg River Inn Hotel Gatlinburg
Days Inn by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gatlinburg River Inn?

Gatlinburg River Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Gatlinburg River Inn?

Yep, Gatlinburg River Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Gatlinburg River Inn have a pool?

Gatlinburg River Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April to October).

What makes Gatlinburg River Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gatlinburg River Inn.

Does Gatlinburg River Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gatlinburg River Inn?

No, Gatlinburg River Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gatlinburg River Inn?

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

Gatlinburg River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1355 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was fine.... comfort, mostly clean, breakfast. Would be fine for anyone. Just wanted something since our regular hotel was full. Wife said air conditioner was not cold enough - but it didn't bother me. Street is noisy until about 10pm - other then that, it was quite during the night. Ok view to the river (was low during our visit). NOW the part it didnt like - dunno who to blame.... Hotel charged me $33 for so.e kind of "fee" on my credit card after I checked out. Dunno if this is something new or I didn't read the fine print..... still not happy. Anyways, it was an ok place, i will just wait for my regular hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Mason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy Gatlinburg very much. This is the first stay in a hotel/motel. Not bad at all. Clean bathroom and loved the balcony over the river. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miranda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are not friendly. Didnt inquire how we were doing that day, no small talk or recommendations for things to do in the town. Bathroom is full of mildew, sink is not clean, foundation from previous guest on toilet paper holder and bathtub stained with some black stuff on bottom. Thank goodness I brought my own pillows and blanket because who knows if they were changed. Air conditioning locked at 71 even though it reached almost 90 in the afternoon of our stay. So hot we couldnt sleep through the night. Tried to tell them and ask for partial refund due to us not sleeping and was met with attitude. Will not recommend this hotel to anyone, ever. So embarrassed i chose this for my partners 30th birthday stay. They must pay people to write the postive reviews online because i give this hotel a 1/10 and that is simply because of the river view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Del

Liked: Amenities
Yes for a fee
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place is a bit tired and rooms are sparse but has
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a few days
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna

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

8/10 Good

Patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rudy

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, amazing view of river and lovely accommodations outside by the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Holger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed another stay at the Gatlinburg River Inn

We stayed at this hotel in May and again in September. It’s not a fancy hotel, but we don’t look for fancy. Location is perfect as you can easily walk into downtown Gatlinburg and catch the free trolley right across from the hotel. We loved sitting along the river by the fire pits enjoying cocktails and planning our evening. The balconies don’t have tables, but we remembered that and brought our own collapsible table with us on this trip. The rooms (at least the two rooms we have stayed in) don’t have closets, but we didn’t have things to hang up so it didn’t matter to us. Good bang for your buck.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful river rooms!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pet-friendly and close to shopping and dining options. Walkable distance to the downtown area, with a trolley stop nearby for those who don’t want to walk (trolley is not pet friendly). Parking is available onsite, which is a blessing in a town where paid parking gets expensive and free parking is very slim. Breakfast was good. The building needs some TLC, and the floor in our room appeared to be a laminate-type product that had seen some moisture over time, but the room was clean and comfortable and there were areas onsite for our dogs to potty stocked with potty bags, fire pits with complimentary fire wood, corn hole games, etc. The balcony in our room was a nice place to sit and listen to the river. Overall, a very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Liked the location and the room was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angelette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival Desk clerk was unfriendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jake

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New rooms make this place better.

It’s a 15 or 25 minute walk to the Main Street, which is nice because there is less noise here. The hotel itself looks dated but my room was recently remodeled and looked and felt nice/comfortable. Covered parking was a bonus. The river view is alright; alright because the river itself is alright. Price was very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

james

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adeline, Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, The Villages

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in Gatlinburg. Hotel was great and having the river right outside was calming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025