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Bearskin Lodge on the River

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Front of property
Reception
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast area
Front of property
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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (7)

  • Lazy river
  • Fitness center
  • 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
  • Elevator
$126 nightly
The total price is $143
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 393 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • SkyPark - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Anakeesta - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬3 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 just a 10-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or splash around at the lazy river or seasonal outdoor pool. Also, Gatlinburg Convention Center and SkyPark are within a 15-minute walk.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 96 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

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

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Lazy river

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • 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 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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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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 check-in and check-out are available.

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

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and ziplining. Enjoy amenities like a lazy river and a fitness center.

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 17 minutes' walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

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Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
River
Breakfast
Balcony
Towns
Restaurant
Bed
Fireplace

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great place.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay and loved being able to walk to downtown Gatlinburg with ease.
Kayla, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful place to stay. Very clean and helpful staff. Breakfast could have been a little better but overall a great stay.
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect getaway. Loved the hospitality and location made it easy to move around. Can’t wait to go back.
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here ,good place to stay
Fincher, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property and its location are great. It is located at the end of the busy strip which we enjoyed. The room was clean and the staff was all super friendly.
Kristen, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay at The Bearskin Lodge. Friendly staff, spacious and comfortable rooms with great views. Walkable to most everything. We can’t wait for our next stay!
Hallie, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The location is perfect for access to downtown Gatlinburg as well as GSMNP!
Melissa, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff!
Juan P, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Proximity to downtown
Barry, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable beds. Coffee available all the time and close to great restaurants. The view and sound from the river is pleasant. Great place to stay in Gatlinburg.
Sheree, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was very helpful and property was clean.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We have been there plenty of times before and keep coming back.
Terry L, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Well informed, friendly and helpful staff. Very clean Great location
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very peaceful, enjoyed balcony view of the river, listening to the water. Electric fireplace was a nice touch. We had everything we needed, location was great and just far enough away from the hustle and bustle. The breakfast was a nice start to the day.
Donald, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Have stayed here before and always love it!

10/10 Excellent

The property and grounds were beautiful. Close enough to the strip yet still tucked a road back. Will definitely book again.
Danielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place!
Oleksandr, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location was great and it was easy to park and walk the strip in downtown. Close to everything we needed to get to.
William H., 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property was beautiful and in the perfect location for a visit to Gatlinburg. The staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was comfortable and clean. One of our favorite activities was sitting on the balcony and listening to the river run by. Perfect stay!
Jennifer, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Location
Sheila, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was friendly and the hotel is in a convenient location for walking to shops and restaurants but also a hiking trail
Hillary, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Plan to stay here again when we return to Gatlinburg. It’s perfect for what we want!
JOHN, 2-night trip