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
Breakfast area
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
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
$122 nightly
The total price is $137
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 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
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 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

9.4/10

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
Restaurant
Towns
Bed
Fireplace

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best bed I've slept in on vacation!
celia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Clean and convenient. Staff is amazing
Jonathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So welcoming, so relaxing outside along the river with rocking chairs . A A perfect spot to vacation or just a quick getaway
Angela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have stayed here before and always love it!

10/10 Exceptional

Short friends trip

We stayed 3 nights , the balcony over the creek is awesome to listen too, fireplace was as well, beds were comfortable, all was very clean , pool was relaxing and it was within walking distance of pretty much everything on the strip in gatlinburg! I would definitely stay again
Rachelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Great place! Great location!
Bernard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were super nice and informative room was very spacious and clean. Definitely can't wait to stay there again.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice friendly place.
ROBERT, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique, spacious, friendly staff, and beautiful property
Kira, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this motel!!
Christina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, location, and decor. Bathroom a little small but not a deal breaker.
Sonya, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was amazing Love it!!!!!
JANET, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in receptionist was super friendly. Nice property and very convenient.
Cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No complaints, very happy with stay
Hunter, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location and comfortable room. The only criticism I would have is that the aircon unit was too noisy and right next to the bed. Also the complementary breakfast was below the standard set by other similar properties
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easter trip

I had always seen this hotel and wanted to stay. I finally decided to book a room. The staff from checking in to checking out were very friendly.
Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay in Gatlinburg

Staff pleasant and accommodating. Breakfast good, however not over the top as far as offerings go. Nice balcony on the river, it was charming to sit the an enjoy the river and its sound. Easily heard hall noises and footsteps above us from the room but not to a degree that was super annoying. The shower was A++. Nicely done with a great showerhead. Hotel is easy walking distance to all the attractions in Gatlinburg. Take the Gatlinburg bypass to get to the hotel (which is on the far end of Gatlinburg) to avoid some of the town’s congested traffic.
Guy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The whole time we was there the pool was out of sert. The breakfast was poor. Hardly anything to choose from.
Chris, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I appreciated the location, close to the Great Smoky Mountains NP and downtown Gatlinburg, the courtesy of the reception staff, the free parking. The breakfast could be improved for variety and quality
Oriana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem in downtown Gatlinburg

Great no frills place to stay. Close to the strip, yet quiet. Great views of the river. Close to everything. We will be back
Jonathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the stay. very comfortable and room was spacious. nice room on the river enjoyed listening to the sounds of the water, even during the winter season. fireplace was a nice added feature
Tim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!
Carla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Country feel
Shannon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The view of the water
michelle, 1-night trip