Near the Great Smoky Mountains, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Take a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind on the scenic terrace overlooking the river. Guests rave about this hotel's convenient location and helpful staff.
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Anakeesta - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Sugarlands Distilling Co. - 8 min walk
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - 9 min walk
Puckers Sports Bar - 9 min walk
Mellow Mushroom - 6 min walk
Kilwin's - 12 min walk
About this property
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby snowboarding. Also, Gatlinburg Convention Center and SkyPark are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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 onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Fishing
Skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Grab bar in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 23 to September 01
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Econo Lodge Inn River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge Inn River
Econo Lodge River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge River
Econo & Suites On The River
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Hotel Gatlinburg
Frequently asked questions
Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
What's the area around Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River like?
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River is a short 7-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 15 minutes' walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
River
Location
Service staff
Bed
Breakfast
View
Balcony
Bathroom
Parking
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, with some reviewers mentioning it was simple but a nice addition to the stay. (12 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Gorgeous place!
MARY
MARY, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
So much nice stay loved the creek water and clean
gerald
gerald, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
We had a pleasant stay!
Darrin
Darrin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Great place everything was clean, pool was great. Will definitely be back.
Charles
Charles, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Beautiful location! Very clean
Cheyenne
Cheyenne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2025
The hotel was pretty good. All the breakfast was in their front lo
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
This is a nice property and I have stayed here before.
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Great clean place. We stay there every time we go to Gatlinburg.
William
William, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Breakfast
Breakfast couldve been netter
Catrina
Catrina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Our stay met all our needs and I would stay again. Rooms older but neat and clean and breakfast limited but price great.
Dale
Dale, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Girls Birthday Trip
I booked two rooms for me, my two daughters, daughter in law and a friend. A birthday trip for me and my two daughters. Great location. Loved balcony overseeing the river. Was able to see my first bear. Food area was just enough to get coffee and a little breakfast. Accommodations were good - clean and comfy. Easy access to Smokey Mountains. Also close to Pigeon Forge (Dolly Pardon Stampede) and Asheville where we visited Biltmore Estate. Will definitely stay here again.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Really nice stay for the price, we were able to walk to everything
Meyli
Meyli, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
A very good stay. Near everything.
The motel was great. It was near everything, but enough off the main strip where loud noises from traffic weren’t heard. The staff was great and extremely helpful. The breakfast was adequate, but could’ve used more hot items. I would stay again. I did hav one problem, a large motorcycle group stayed on my last night, and they were extremely loud late at night. I can’t blame the staff for that though. Sometimes people need to learn consideration without being scolded for it. Overall, it was a very good stay
Robert
Robert, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Gorgeous view of the river, and wayward bears
Shannon
Shannon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
AMAZING!
The view was amazing and the staff was so kind. Over all I will totally use this hotel again!
Jena
Jena, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
It’s good place except the parking…
Cyriac
Cyriac, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Will definitely book again!
Cresta Blanca
Cresta Blanca, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
My room on the river was Awesome, Clean, and just what I was needing! A peaceful break!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2025
Great but needs some work
Great location with balcony overlooking the river, with sounds of the rapids. Large room, comfortable bed, and good AC. Nice to have micro and fridge. Bathroom has mold in places, rust on light fixture and shower rod, and only one towel bar.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Beautiful creek balcony view, super convenient to everything, walking path right outside the door, nice staff. We’d stay again!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 2, 2025
Great location-Good price!
Perfect place for 1-2 nights. Super convenient location!
We got a room with the view of the river, it was great!
Don't be afraid to book here!
Kannsas
Kannsas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
We were very happy with this hotel. It was very clean and we loved having the river view and the river was right below us. We walked to two restaurants while we were there and there was also a close place to catch the “free” trolley! We will go back for sure!
Sharon Kay
Sharon Kay, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Second time staying here. First time was in December/January for our anniversary. Enjoyed the scenery so much we decided to stay again :) River view room is relaxing. Convenient to everything in town. Walkable to shopping and restaurants. Would definitely recommend and we will stay again.
BILLY
BILLY, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Mtn getaway
All good but little price hike on 3rd.
2nd 90$
3rd. 170$. Same room