Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property

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Lobby
Interior entrance
Garden
Land view from property
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(309 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the shopping around Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, laundry facilities, and an elevator
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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 September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 795 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 416 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1526 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shonnitthia, Macon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
Room had dingy sheets, hair on sheets. Lint from gray pillow all over bed. Dirt and crumbs at the foot of the bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Erika

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adriane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, front desk person on our check out day is a bit not friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast consisted of a packaged muffin and coffee. Otherwise the place was great and ina great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The reception staff could smile. The maintenance staff was excellent. We had an issue with our door and they promptly fixed it. The room was clean and updated. Was comfortable Liked the location to the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katia C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Earnest

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mirella, Oranjestad

Travelled with family and small children
We had some issues with the AC. As it was a 1 night stay. Did not report this
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

felix

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac was good, no breakfast, surrounding area was shopping accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Diego

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly The breakfast is not a breakfast a muffin and a coffee is not considered a breakfast The showers is not working good or too hot or too cold. Is very good location easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARTHIK

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room suitable for families
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Tellico Plains

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

yamilet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ggg
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patsy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They are remodeling! Our room was one of remodeled rooms it was nice,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Volvería! Tremenda ubicación
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025