Gatlinburg River Inn

2.0 star property

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Room options

2 Queen Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(138 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Queen Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Deluxe Riverview Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Deluxe Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Premier Fireplace Riverview Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Connecting Room: 1 King, 2 Queen Beds. Riverview Balcony.

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Connecting Room: 4 Queen Beds. Riverview Balcony.

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Gatlinburg River Inn

A hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are onsite.
Gatlinburg River Inn offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

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). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at Gatlinburg River Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Hillbilly Golf. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a hot tub are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, laundry facilities, and a multilingual staff
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Gatlinburg River Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a 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.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 or services will be unavailable from January 4 2026 to May 25 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 6 to April 20:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 82.31 per pet, 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 13.17 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 82.31 per pet, 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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
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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
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Gatlinburg River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 696 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1394 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Yes our stay was great. Wonderful view from our room, staff was the best I’ve ever had and their breakfast was great. Best coffee ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic rooms and location. Breakfast was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff Clean room Walkable to downtown Gatlinburg and the trolley stop is right in front of the building
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly between Sevierville and Gatlinburg. Staff was very nice. Good quick breakfasts. Sitting on the river at night was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay. The rooms were clean and the rooms were very spacious. Loved the outside access with chairs to sit on. Great view of the river and town. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was overlooking the river which was nice. It is an older motel but neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fireplace was a nice touch, and the location was ideal to walk to Chesepeakes , a fantastic restaurant. The winter rate was amazing for such a nice room. The staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Balcony was incredible and listening to the river made falling asleep so easy!
Balcony from inside room
Balcony view outside from 4th floor
Balcony view outside from 4th floor
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely great place to stay! We've been coming here for over 10 yrs & always have a good time. Rooms are always clean & staff has always been great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keneesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and everything was spot on to a previous stay at the hotel and will be staying again on our next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Soe Ain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love the breakfast very much and that was my second time there at that hotel and looking forward to book it again in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Room super clean & staff always helpful! Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ninela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and we really loved having a room with a balcony right next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good! And the bed was probably the most comfortable bed i’ve ever slept in lol We will definitely stay here again each time we vacation in Gatlinburg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The lock on the balcony door is questionable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes everything was very nice and we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great the staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and clean rooms!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025