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Dancing Bear Lodge

3.5 star property
Mountain lodge in Townsend with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Tucked away near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dancing Bear Lodge offers a serene retreat. Start your day with continental breakfast, then explore the shopping mall or unwind in the garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
$261 nightly
The total price is $300
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Double Beds (Jack Pine) (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Villa, 2 Queen Beds (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Premium bedding
  • 495 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 602 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Plus Cabin, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Plus Cabin, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
TV
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Pet Friendly) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
137 Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN, 37882

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Laurel Valley Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Tuckaleechee Caverns - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cades Cove - 30 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Lodge

When you stay at Dancing Bear Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics

Traveling with children

  • Fireplace gate

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Portable shower seat

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires a credit card on file for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Also known as

Dancing Bear Lodge
Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend
Dancing Bear Townsend
Dancing Bear Hotel Townsend
Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge
Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend
Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge Townsend

Frequently asked questions

Does Dancing Bear Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dancing Bear Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Dancing Bear Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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