This hotel features a fitness center, a lazy river, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a lazy river, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Bearskin Lodge on the River, you're just a quick walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a gym.
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Splash around at the lazy river or swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include an elevator and coffee/tea in a common area
Onsite recreation includes a gym
Steps from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 7 minutes by foot from Gatlinburg Convention Center
Bearskin Lodge on the River offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Bearskin Lodge on the River also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.
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
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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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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.
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Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Hotel is a bit dated, but the rooms are lovely and comfortable.
Duncan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roxana
16 Dec 2025
Roxana
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alaina
13 Dec 2025
Alaina
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Ilene
Travelled with group
4 Dec 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was great. The only issue was we had bugs in our room. We found them in the shower and on the valance which made it hard to be able to sleep comfortably
The beds were really soft and comfortable and they gave a lot of pillows which we love! The continental breakfasts were very carb heavy for those who eat healthier and tea options were limited, but there are a lot of restaurants around town that serve breakfast all day. Coffee shops too. We also loved the location of this hotel as it was right outside of the busy area and was nice and quiet, but still close enough to walk to everything in town. Lost one star just because the bathroom was small and had older stone in the shower which was obviously hard for them to keep clean.
Julia
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna Michelle
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
The staff welcomed us upon arrival and let us choose our floor. The room was spacious and clean with a fireplace and a balcony on the river. Everything was consistent with the photos and advertisements of the property.