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Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

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4.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Luxury upscale hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Near Anakeesta and Gatlinburg SkyPark, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel provides a terrace, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. The on-site restaurant, The Heirloom Room, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is ฿6,384
฿7,737 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

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About the area

Located in Gatlinburg, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is in a shopping district and on the waterfront. Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A log cabin in the woods. The Noah Bud Ogle Place was a homestead located in the Great Smoky Mountains Park near Gatlinburg, Tennessee., Shutterstock ID 175219004, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Clie
    Historic Ogle Log Cabin
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tree Bridge
    Anakeesta
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark
    Gatlinburg SkyPark
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    10 min walk
  • Tennessee Cider Company
    10 min walk
  • Ole Red
    6 min walk
  • Pancake Pantry
    11 min walk
  • Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar
    12 min walk

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Luxury upscale hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Near Anakeesta and Gatlinburg SkyPark, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel provides a terrace, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. The on-site restaurant, The Heirloom Room, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
  • A porter/bellboy and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak well of the walkable location
Room features
All guest rooms at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and LED light bulbs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 21.95 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Heirloom Room

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1935
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 34 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 16 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 21.95 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel on 28 May 2026 start from ฿6,384, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 21.95 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hillbilly Golf, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 378 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Breakfast was wonderful!! This hotel is the best in the Smokey’s!! The bar is lux!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience staying here. The staff is very friendly & was there to help with anything we needed. We will be staying with them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful view of the river from our balcony. I didn’t read the fine print and you do pay for parking each night, you need to pay to park almost everywhere in Gatlinburg. I was wishing our room had a microwave. The room was beautiful and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was great. This was walking distance to the spa and the downtown area. The property was very quiet and peaceful, comfortable and clean. The staff ensured check in and check out was quick and easy. The bonus of the home cooked breakfast and their staff was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Room was clean, view was amazing and staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely loved this place! Beautiful creek view, pretty room and breakfast was great. Highly recommend, we will be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff were very polite
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room perfect, the staff is very helpful and the view is super nice, the breakfast it’s amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very welcoming Rooms clean Nice addition of breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best stay! Will be coming back for sure! Staff were amazing!
Breakfast at Heirloom Room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was awesome. Room was clean and spacious great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and terrific restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
10/10! Best staff. Matthew was super helpful getting us to our lovely room. Absolutely gorgeous hotel. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quick walk to main street but quiet. Room big and well appointed with great balcony over river. Staff very helpful and friendly. The restaurant is excellent and convenient for dinner in addition to the included breakfast. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the staff (inn keepers) to the ambience the inn was amazing. Rooms were clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was perfect .. so worth gettin the tub and fireplace .. the young man who checked us in was wonderful.. will definitely be back !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room, exceptionally clean, the view and the spund of the river is like white noise very peaceful, it smelled super clean, and the bed like a cloud. Definitely we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheharyar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very personable experience. Close to everything, had breakfast included which was right next door at a fancy restaurant. Staff was excellent, allowed us to check-in early and checkout a bit late(breakfast at restaurant took some extra time). Overall great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cozy and clean. Towels were quickly changed before we could even ask. Check in service was top tier. The river ambiance was incredible. Definitely a great stay to unwind and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing balcony views with the river. Breakfast was really good. Room was clean,staff where helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kruiz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower water is Luke warm. Need to adjust the temperature setting on the hot water. Especially during the cold months. Besides that everything including the staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view on the balcony of the river and mountains, very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ORLANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good experience of expectation nice property well kept, balcony is okay but not so private due to next to walking ramp for second level, prefer future request on private balcony, food is fresh and well prepared good service well explained, will go back to this hotel thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, top quality, beautiful river view & prime location, accessibility to shops & restur still , very nice helpful stag
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quaint little inn. Everything was brand new, room was cozy and right on the River. We loved having the restaurant downstairs, breakfast was fantastic. Try the grit cakes 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025