Bearskin Lodge on the River

Mountain hotel within easy reach of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bearskin Lodge on the River offers an inviting retreat. Enjoy a lazy river and seasonal pool or cozy up by the firepit while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests can also appreciate tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and coffee/tea in the lobby.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (7)

  • Lazy river
  • Fitness centre
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift

Room options

Shower, hair dryer, towels
2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Traffic Light #10 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

When you stay at Bearskin Lodge on the River, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout, or splash around at the lazy river or seasonal outdoor pool. Also, Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg SkyPark are within a 15-minute walk.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 96 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Lazy river

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fitness centre
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bearskin Lodge on the River and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking, horse riding and zip-lining. Enjoy amenities such as a lazy river and a fitness centre.

What's the area around Bearskin Lodge on the River like?

Bearskin Lodge on the River is a short 2-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 7 minutes' walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center.

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