See all properties

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
VIP Access

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Exterior
Property video
Serenity Glen
Heirloom Suite
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

View in a map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members
Learn more about VIP AccessOpens in a new window

Room options

View all photos for Majestic Glen with Fireplace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace

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

View all photos for Majestic Glen

Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Heirloom Suite

Heirloom Suite

Heirloom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Corner (06 Heirloom)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Similar properties

Restaurant
The Timber at Holly Branch
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 159 reviews
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Timber at Holly Branch

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and a restaurant
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and concierge services. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a porter/bellhop. Change of towels is available on request.
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they enjoy Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Anakeesta. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Services include a concierge and a porter
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel also features a terrace, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel was completed in May 2024.

This 4-star Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Heirloom Room - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Heirloom Room

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1935
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • 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 16.46 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 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code.
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

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Rocky Waters
Rocky Waters Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Inn
Rocky Waters Inn Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Hotel
Rocky Waters Motor Hotel Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Motor Inn Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Motor Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Motor
Rocky Waters Inn Suites
Rocky Waters Motor Inn
Historic Rocky Waters Inn A Small Luxury Hotel
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Hotel
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Gatlinburg
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Hotel Gatlinburg

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 306 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved what this little inn had to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, room was very nice and the staff was excellent. Loved the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect little adults only property with beautiful view of river and excellent customer service. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia, Corning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Quaint converted motel

Quaint little converted motel. All rooms have a balcony overlooking the river through Gatlinburg. It’s across the road from Hillbilly golf. Prices in the restaurant are extremely high. My husband fished from the balcony and snagged a few trout.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

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

Boutique experience

We really enjoyed this place. It’s very unique and very boutique style. The view we had was spectacular. I do wish they had true room cleaning instead of just tidying up. Even turn down service would’ve been great. Other than that, we loved it and would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet with a beautiful river beyond the balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome spot at the bass of the Smoky Mountains
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland, Cincinnati

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a balcony directly over a river with a view of river and mountain forest. So we felt we were remote and away from the world. However, when you exited the room you were on a Main Street with a free trolley ride to down town. Or you could walk the mile to get to the center of town and the aquarium. The room was very sound proof. So , I had the “feel” of being away from it all in a remote location but when I wanted “city life and people” I had that feel too. Best of both worlds. Finally, the onsite restaurant is excellent. At least 4 stars in my opinion and the best in the region. Chef Carlos really cooks and presents his dishes very well. The wine selection is great. I highly recommend both the rooms and the restaurant.
View from balcony
View from inside looking out balcony door
View from the tub.
Sky lift going down
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Columbia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! The bed and pillows were super comfy. Walking distance to Anakeesta and downtown Gatlinburg. The staff was super accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was excellent. The inn is very close to ‘downtown’ Gatlinburg but far enough away to be relatively quiet. Our room’s balcony directly overlooked the West Prong Little Pigeon River. Staff was great—attentive and prompt. The bed was comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay. Great for a couple looking to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing, right on the pigeon forge river. The staff was super helpful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view of the Little Pigeon river was fabulous! Great rocking chairs to relax in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Enjoyable stay

Comfortable room and the creekside balcony was relaxing. Courteous staff. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Wonderful motor lodge!

What a wonderful place. Super cute and clean. This place has been renovated and is an excellent place for a weekend away. My wife and I will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Has balcony next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stayed the night, in late afternoon, left early in the morning. Awesome place, our room was in the second floor and I looked the river. We walked to dinner at Chesapeake, then walked up to Starbucks in the morning for coffee. Most ships were not open but, we were on a schedule and had to run. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ITAMAR, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only the a/c is noisy a bit Overall we enjoy it setting on the river
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025