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Dancing Bear Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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A wooden cabin with a covered porch and a gravel driveway.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a desk, and two lamps.
A rustic wooden building with a stone archway entrance, a covered porch, and a stone wall.
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, leather chairs, and a wooden table.
A restaurant interior with wooden decor, a stone fireplace, and a long bench seating area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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137 Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN, 37882
  • Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cottage, 1 King Bed (Spruce) (Semi-Detached)

A wooden-framed bed with a blue blanket, two bedside lamps, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Cottage, 1 King Bed (Spruce) (Semi-Detached)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Double Beds (Jack Pine) (Semi-Detached)

A log cabin room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a mirror on the wall.

Cottage, 2 Double Beds (Jack Pine) (Semi-Detached)

  • Resort view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Semi-Detached)

A bedroom with a bed, a door, a wall-mounted lamp, and a macrame wall hanging.

Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Semi-Detached)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, 2 Queen Beds (Semi-Detached)

A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Villa, 2 Queen Beds (Semi-Detached)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly)

A rustic cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living room.

Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly)

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a wooden headboard, a wooden desk, and a chair.

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Pet Friendly)

A log cabin room with a bed, leather chairs, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Plus Cabin, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

A wooden deck with a bench and a view of a forest.

Deluxe Plus Cabin, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a patterned armchair.

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Pet Friendly)

A wooden bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Pet Friendly)

  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Townsend

At Dancing Bear Lodge you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Highlights at this lodge include free cooked-to-order breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .For a bite to eat, you can stop by one of the lodge's 2 restaurants. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Townsend lodge, attractions include Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove.
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What's nearby

  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Townsend Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walland Shop Groceries And Gas - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgermaster Drive-in - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dancing Bear Lodge

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. Dancing Bear Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Townsend lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Dancing Bear Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Townsend lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Portable shower seat

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Dancing Bear Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend

Dancing Bear Townsend

Dancing Bear Hotel Townsend

Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend

Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge Townsend

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Dancing Bear Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yep, Dancing Bear Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Dancing Bear Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dancing Bear Lodge.

Does Dancing Bear Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dancing Bear Lodge?

No, Dancing Bear Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Dancing Bear Lodge?

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

Dancing Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 346 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous experience at this upscale mountain lodge. Outstanding meals and wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin was very nice and comfortable. Breakfast was a treat with a homemade food,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience!! Great property, our cabin was so awesome! The Bistro was fabulous!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jing wen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, quiet, breakfast was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great base for visiting the Park, and great food.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food! Great martinis!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room, comfy bed, plenty of towels in the bath, lovely welcome basket, fantastic restaurant onsite, quiet and peaceful property. Also super friendly staff, excellent coffee shop, cafe, general store, and outdoor supply store onsite, and bikes available to ride the paved trail along the roadside. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time together as a family here, would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always stay at The Dancing Bear when traveling to Townsend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly staff, clean and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bistro at the heart of the grounds made the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Great location to the Smokey mountains. Had my first tick encounter, other than that a great stay in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gopal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient access to attractions. Breakfast is basic but meets needs. Room is efficient
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabins are very nice with nice views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best restaurant in the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone that worked there was so friendly and helpful. Loved the area ,the cabins were lovely And The food was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Love this place!

Absolutely love this property! Always clean and comfortable, all cabins are very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, close to the Smoky Mountain National Park. Very nice cafe, coffee house, General Store and outdoor center. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cozy place. The staff were very flexible and helpful. The amenities provided were essential for a family on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Beautiful place!

Townsend is a wonderful town, and Dancing Bear fits right in!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and cabins! Staff is super friendly and accommodating. We’ve stayed twice and had great experiences both times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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