The Best Hotels Closest to Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters in Gatlinburg - 2026 Updated Prices

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A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A wooden double door with glass panels and a keypad lock, flanked by two wall-mounted lanterns.

A cozy, rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a bar area with hanging lights.

1. The Timber at Holly Branch

2.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Dayren

฿2,814

฿4,472 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

A modern bar area with bar stools, a long counter, and a television screen. There are seating areas with tables and chairs, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

2.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Luther

฿6,632

฿7,478 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A lodge with a stone facade, a prominent sign, and a view of a parking area.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, a TV, and a dining area with a chair and table.

A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

3. The Gillette

2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Cindy

฿4,444

฿5,011 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

4. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Willie

฿6,258

฿7,056 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a river and a bridge.

A rustic lodge interior with wooden floors, stone walls, and a central fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged around the room, and there are framed pictures on the walls.

A cozy hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

5. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Bingxin

฿5,209

฿5,873 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area with blue and yellow upholstered chairs, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick pathway, and a parked SUV.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

2.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Tracie

฿3,750

฿4,228 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

A covered outdoor area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

7. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

3 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Nalia

฿3,116

฿3,513 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor play area with slides and climbing structures.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating the address 322.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

8. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

2.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Kiranveer

฿4,444

฿5,753 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

A pool area with chairs and a sign indicating a 3-foot depth limit.

9. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

2.5 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Laura

฿3,134

฿3,533 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by wooden-framed windows and potted plants.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by two wall sconces.

A breakfast table set with various dishes, drinks, and utensils.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

James

฿4,562

฿5,143 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Cal

฿3,822

฿4,309 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and dark wooden cabinets.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV displaying 'Safe Travels Welcome!' on the wall, a round wooden coffee table, two armchairs, and a patterned ottoman.

12. Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort by IHG

2.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Anthony

฿5,008

฿6,389 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Reagan Resorts Inn, a stone wall, and a landscaped area with a fountain.

A swimming pool with a stone wall and metal fence, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with a large window offering a view of a mountain and a sign for Reagan Resorts.

13. Reagan Resorts Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 3 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Jeff

฿1,545

฿2,235 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a stream and dense foliage.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a 'Welcome the Volunteer State' sign, a 'Pantry' sign, and a wall with a coffee machine and a 'Treats' sign.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a table under a canopy.

A breakfast buffet area with waffle stations, a juice dispenser, and various food items displayed.

14. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Holly

฿4,292

฿4,839 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of lush green trees.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large granite island.

A stone facade house with a central entrance and two side wings.

15. Tree Tops by HoneyBear Cabins

Chalet Village, 2.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

฿9,900

฿21,732 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a waterfall, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a wooden cabinet, a refrigerator, and a stone fireplace.

A multi-story building with balconies overlooking a rocky stream.

A view of a river flowing through a forested area with rocks and trees.

16. Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.6 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Martin

฿1,930

฿2,473 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a forested area with tall trees and a clear sky.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A wooden staircase leading up a grassy hill surrounded by trees.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted TV, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

17. Laurel Inn Condominium

3.1 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Mary Ann

฿3,622

฿7,239 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towel rack. The room has a stone wall and a wooden floor.

A modern kitchen with a curved island, bar stools, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden coffee table with a basket of items, a beige sofa, and a large window with curtains.

18. River Edge Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.9 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Maurie

฿2,504

฿2,823 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A river with clear water flowing over rocks.

A view from a balcony overlooking a river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating a Gold Award Winner.

A corridor with stone walls and a metal railing.

19. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.8 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Richard

฿2,175

฿2,452 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a wooden overhang and a sign that reads "Glenstone Lodge".

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a chair, and a lamp.

20. Glenstone Lodge

2.7 km from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Samantha

฿2,933

฿3,307 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 256 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,046 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 324 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Old Creek Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 595 reviews	View

Top Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters Hotel Reviews

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay love the pool"

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stsy!"

Bearskin Lodge on the River

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room Quiet Nice pool"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"The rooms are always cleaner than most in the area. The property is showing some age, but the rooms on the hill are a lot nicer and we always try to stay up there when available. Overall it was a good stay and the location is perfect to everything."

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"I like the room was very spacius"

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel. View is absolutely gorgeous, the place is beautiful as soon as you walk into the lobby, food was great as well. The only downside was the extremely steep driveway up to the property but overall the hotel was very nice."

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"I love this property. It is right near a creek where we saw three different bears walking down the creek and enjoying the nice cool water. The rooms were clean and up-to-date. The staff were friendly and nice. This hotel is right near town so you can stay in the parking lot and just walk right into town eat go to Ripleys believe it or not aquarium and explore the town. It’s wonderful."

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. Location was awesome, no need to look for parking, just a short walk from the shops. The place was always clean and the staff very professional."

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"We like the location and the friendly staff"

Other attractions near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Mynatt Park

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Mynatt Park, a lovely green space in Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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A cable car moving over a forested mountain with autumn foliage.

Ober Mountain

8.8/10 (2,154 reviews)

Bring the children to Ober Mountain and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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Sugarlands Visitor Center Great Smoky

After visiting Sugarlands Visitor Center Great Smoky, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cataract Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cataract Falls during your travels in Gatlinburg. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail

You can take time to visit Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail during your travels to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

You can take time to visit Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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Traffic Light #10

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you spend time at Traffic Light #10.

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Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook

Find out about the history of Gatlinburg when you spend time at Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook. Wander around the area's the natural setting or experience its entertainment choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters?

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. You'll find 1315 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters?

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an indoor pool. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters. Other good options within 5 miles include Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg and Sidney James Mountain Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters?

Expedia has 1315 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters.

What can I see and do near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters?

You'll want to browse the collections at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Star Cars Museum and Hollywood Star Cars Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Historic Ogle Log Cabin, Elkmont Historic District and Noah Ogle Place. You can check out the local talent at Ripley's Moving Theater, Iris Theater and Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre.

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Our top choices for Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters hotels

1. The Timber at Holly Branch

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

3. The Gillette

4. Bearskin Lodge on the River

5. Old Creek Lodge

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

7. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

8. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

9. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

10. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

11. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

12. Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort by IHG

13. Reagan Resorts Inn

14. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

15. Tree Tops by HoneyBear Cabins

16. Sidney James Mountain Lodge

17. Laurel Inn Condominium

18. River Edge Inn

19. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

20. Glenstone Lodge

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Top Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters Hotel Reviews

Glenstone Lodge

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Other attractions near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Mynatt Park

Ober Mountain

Sugarlands Visitor Center Great Smoky

Cataract Falls

Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail

Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead

Traffic Light #10

Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook

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