Family-friendly Hotels in Gatlinburg

So first off let me say that this hotel is still an ok place to stay. I would however also say that by charging 300+ a night for a room you have certain expectations, and those were not met this trip. From the outside, the hotel was lovely as always. The lobby seemed clean but had a few minor issues, and the furniture seemed like it could use a refresh. So my initial impression was favorable. We got to the room and at first glance, things seemed ok, but when you started looking around that's when the issues started. First, the chair had a fabric piping that was half torn off. The carpet seemed to be really worn in spots and could have used a cleaning. The shower had a patch job that looked like someone with no experience slapped calk around the edge of the shower and the drain; it was seriously an eyesore. Then when my daughter went to take a bath she told us it looked like something black was on the walls. Sure enough, there was something black on the wall. I am no mold expert, but it appeared to be black mold although I have no way of confirming that. Then we went to look at the beds before we got in and one bed had a blood spot on the mattress cover that lined up perfectly with the mattress itself so I know that no one even attempted to clean it; all they did was slap a clean fitted sheet on the bed. The mattresses on the beds are so bad that my wife and I woke up with sore backs every morning; I never used to have a problem with their beds in the past so I can only assume that the mattresses are in need of replacing. Also on the balcony when the HVAC unit is running it sounds like you are sitting next to a jet engine. I have stayed at this hotel at least 5 times in the past and do not remember the HVAC being so loud on the balcony. Also, they claim to be short-staffed on housekeeping so they only offer room cleanings once every 3 days during your stay. That means if you need towels, toilet paper, or the trash taken out you have to call them which is not great for what you are paying for this room; I can see every other day, but seriously every 3 days is ridiculous! The hot tub had tiles missing and water was leaking through the opening of the backer board which I cannot imagine is good for the hot tub. Also on all 4 nights of our stay, it looked like the hot tub got cleaned 1 time. When you are charging 300-500 a night for a ”standard room” depending on the time of year you have expectations that things will be taken care of, and that your room will be clean and well-kept. I used to pay 150-200 a night for this hotel and the hotel was immaculate, so clearly someone is taking the money and not reinvesting in the property. I stay here to escape the bad experiences that I've had at other Gatlinburg hotels, and that used to work until this trip. I really hope they reinvest in this property and gut all the rooms to do a complete makeover because otherwise there is no way this hotel is worth the price they are charging current

Hotel price is good! It is relatively close to Davidson College, 5-10 minutes by car. You need to talk to the front desk about cleaning the room. There is a grocery store next to the hotel, and there is also a Vietnamese rice noodle shop nearby.

With a stay at Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park in Gatlinburg, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and 5 minutes from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. This family-friendly hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge.Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 spa tubs, and a water park (surcharge). Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 250 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and washing machines.

Daily Resort Charge includes: Basic guest internet access: self-parking for one vehicle: sports equipment rentals including volleyball, basketball, soccer, horseshoes, and pool table: PressReader access: barbecue equipment. Tucked on the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Hilton Vacation Club Bent Creek Golf Village provides a relaxing retreat in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most visited national park is just minutes away. Explore its world-renowned diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian Mountain culture. Enjoy our modern and well-equipped 1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom Suites and Cabins with full kitchens and many offer forest views. Book a tee time at the adjoining golf course that is open year-round.

Nestled at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, you’ll find a mountain resort where you don’t have to go far to experience the great outdoors — and the adventures that come with it.Smoky Mountain Resort is a lodge-inspired retreat with a quiet, yet convenient location next to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and near downtown Gatlinburg attractions. Our little guests love splashing the day away at the resort’s pools, whirlpools and Splash Hollow, our interactive water feature. The mountain resort features a billiards room, arcade, fire pit, barbecue grills, a Fitness Center and the Mountaineer Center, which hosts even more activities and offsite excursions.Adventure outside the property and you’ll find incredible Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg attractions like Dollywood® and the Gatlinburg SkyBridge, which offers spectacular panoramic views of the mountains. Plus, with 800 miles of trails and natural beauty unlike anywhere else, the Great Smoky Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for your next family photo op, especially if you’re there for the changing leaves in the fall.Smoky Mountain Resort offers one and two-bedroom villas that include a living room, washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchen and dining table. For an extra special stay, upgrade to Signature Collection two to four-bedroom villa with enhanced amenities.Please note there is a resort fee that includes a variety of onsite amenities.

Located in Gatlinburg, this condo is in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River. This golf condo is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 13 mi (21 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.Limited parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in this individually decorated condo, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There's a private furnished balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.

Located in Gatlinburg, this condo is in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River. This condo is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 13 mi (21 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Limited parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in this individually decorated condo, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.

The price is relatively expensive, the breakfast is average, and the surrounding scenery is nice

Located in Gatlinburg, this chalet is within a 15-minute drive of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This spa chalet is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Gatlinburg Convention Center.Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. This chalet also features complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Free self parking is available onsite.A kitchen is outfitted with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, an oven, and a microwave. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a dryer.