Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Gatlinburg Space Needle

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Interior
Free breakfast
Lobby
Exterior
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Explore the area

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322 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Gatlinburg

At Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel include Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SkyPark - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Gatlinburg Space Needle
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. An indoor pool, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2016
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG offers 113 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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 registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
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

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.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night.

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG on 29 Sept 2025 start from NZ$259.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Grenville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Access to downtown area. room was quite clean breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shahid

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mini waterpark was a huge reason for staying here. Very comfortable beds and room, although stained floors in room. Easy walk to main area with restaurants, shopping, attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibreisha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing the front desk staff was very friendly the set up of the hotel and where it is located is in a very good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

taylor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In walking distance of a lot of activities to do with the family. Very friendly staff. Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffiny

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay! Indoor pool and slides were perfect for our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A family friendly place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean rooms, close easy walking distance to the main Gatlinburg strip. The water park feature was a hit, although it is quite “splashy” and hard to avoid getting water poured on you going down any of the slides— so if your kids don’t enjoy being splashed, they may be hesitant. There is no hot tub, but a small-medium sized indoor pool. It was comfortable to swim in but on the lower temp end of heated pools. We only had two negative components to our stay: 1) The shower temperature wasn’t as warm as we’d prefer. I like hot showers, so perhaps it was just me, but my spouse and I agreed we wished they had their water heater turned up just a couple more degrees. The shower was fine, but I got out feeling a just a little chilly rather than warm. 2) We forgot an item in the room. Called within a couple hours of leaving as we were still in the area, and nothing had been turned in. Went back the next morning to check again and still nothing turned in. So we were a little bummed that someone from the cleaning staff decided to keep it instead of turn it on, it left a little bit of a sour taste in our mouth. Overall a good stay though, one bad apple doesn’t spoil the bunch. The proximity to the strip and having the water park area for kids is what sold us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very clean, good breakfast, kids loved the indoor pool and water slide.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I found this property to be clean and the staff to all be very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendalina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the cleanliness of the hotel. The hotel had an absolutely wonderful smell. The breakfast they provided was always enough with variety. The hotel was also close to all attractions not requiring a car.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phylesha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A couple water slides in the pool area! A total must if traveling with littles!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

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

We would stay again!

Everyone loved the indoor water park. It was a nice way to relax at the end of the day. The hotel was clean and in a walkable distance to attractions and restaurants>
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Great breakfast. Awesome water slides.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025