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Hotel Overview

324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

Gatlinburg River Inn - Riverfront hotel with private balconies near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Located on the trolley line in downtown Gatlinburg, this riverfront hotel offers direct access to the Parkway. Guests can enjoy reserved parking, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. The property is a short walk from attractions like Hillbilly Golf, Rowdy Bear Mountain Coaster, and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. The hotel provides free breakfast and features multilingual staff. McGhee Tyson Airport is 80 km away.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free breakfast

Seasonal outdoor pool and children's pool

Reserved parking

Multilingual staff (English and Spanish)

Walking distance to Gatlinburg attractions

Private balconies with river views

LED fireplaces in rooms

Rooms

Guest rooms include two queen beds or one king bed, a refrigerator, microwave, and LED fireplace. All rooms feature private balconies overlooking the river, with seating for relaxation. Some rooms offer additional space for families.

Other conveniences

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Air conditioning

Tea and coffee maker

Free Wi-Fi

Riverfront views from balconies

Reserved parking spot per room

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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King Room Non-Smoking

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds Disability Access

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Gatlinburg2300 ft

Airports

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 47.7 mi

Asheville Regional (AVL) 85.2 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Mini golf
Fishing

Services

Laundry

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Children

Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Hotel Location

324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

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324 Hemlock Street, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

City landmarks

Aquarium

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

5200 ft

Landmark

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

1.1 mi

Landmark

Souvenir shopping

5200 ft

Landmark

Gatlinburg Space Needle

1.1 mi

Convention Centre

Gatlinburg Convention Center

1.1 mi

Landmark

Anakeesta

5200 ft

Landmark

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

2700 ft

Landmark

World of Illusions

3300 ft

Museum

Hollywood Star Cars Museum

1.1 mi

Ski Lift

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

1.1 mi

Landmark

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

1.1 mi

Theatre

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

5200 ft

Amusement Park

Earthquake

1.1 mi

Landmark

Ripley's Believe It or Not Gatlinburg

3900 ft

Landmark

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church

3700 ft

Landmark

Amazing Mirror Maze

1.1 mi

Landmark

Chapel of Love

3800 ft

Landmark

Guinness World Records Adventure

5200 ft

Landmark

Ole Smoky Barrelhouse

1.1 mi

Museum

Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens

1.1 mi

Landmark

Mysterious Mansion

1.1 mi

National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

5200 ft

Landmark

Doc Collier Moonshine Distillery

5200 ft

Museum

Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

1.5 mi

Nearby

340 Parkway

Hillbilly Golf

200 ft

306 Parkway

Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster

200 ft

379 Parkway

Tsali Monument

900 ft

188 Parkway

Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-Golf

200 ft

386 Parkway Located one block before traffic light #3

Rowdy Bear Mountain

200 ft

Roaring Fork

1300 ft

Restaurants

Mountaineer Kandy Kitchen

3.2 mi

1001 Parkway Ste 8

Donut Friar

3700 ft

634 Parkway Ste 15 The Village

New York Pizza & Pasta

3300 ft

611 Parkway Mountain Mall

Anakeesta Smokehouse Southern BBQ

3600 ft

576 Parkway

Pearls Pie in the Sky

3600 ft

576 Parkway Anakeesta

Tennessee Jed's

3500 ft

631 Parkway Suite a8

Heavenly Delights Cafe & Bakery

3500 ft

631 Parkway Suite Baskins Square

Karmelkorn Shoppe

4100 ft

647 Parkway

Ben & Jerry's

3600 ft

638 Parkway

Coffee and Company

3700 ft

634 Parkway Ste 13

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Todd

United States, August 2023

7.2/10

The hotel is a charming place, with cozy rooms and a lovely fireplace, but the service could be more attentive. The location is pretty convenient, close to downtown and the park, however, the dining options are limited. A decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are cozy and come with a fireplace.

Service

7.0

The service was decent, but could be more attentive, especially with laundry services.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of downtown, close to everything including the park.

Dining

6.0

Dining options are limited, especially for pho lovers.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers basic facilities, nothing extravagant.

Cozy rooms

Limited dining

Paula

United States, August 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location was simply amazing, right by the river with beautiful balconies overlooking it. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was top-notch. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired. Overall, a great value for the price.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy with a lovely fireplace, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the laundry service was a convenient bonus.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location by the river was picturesque, and it was so convenient being close to everything, including the park.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, but I wish there were more signature dishes to choose from.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

scenic views

limited dining

Travis

United States, July 2023

8.6/10

I absolutely loved this hotel! The location is unbeatable, right by the river and within easy walking distance to downtown. The rooms were cozy and clean, the service was outstanding, but the dining options could use a little improvement. Overall, a great value for the money with lovely river views.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and clean, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, very attentive and friendly.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better, right by the river and close to everything.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, but I wished there were more options available.