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Bearskin Lodge on the River

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bearskin Lodge on the River offers an inviting retreat. Enjoy a lazy river and seasonal pool or cozy up by the firepit while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests can also appreciate tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (7)

  • Lazy river
  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen, River View, Balcony with Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
840 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Bearskin Lodge 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 visit the fitness center for a workout or splash around at the lazy river or seasonal outdoor pool. Also, Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg SkyPark are within a 15-minute walk.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 96 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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

    • 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 uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Lazy river

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bearskin Lodge on the River?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bearskin Lodge on the River and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and ziplining. Enjoy amenities like a lazy river and a fitness center.

What's the area around Bearskin Lodge on the River like?

Bearskin Lodge on the River is a short 2-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 7 minutes' walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center.

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Reviews

Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and easily accessible with many options available. (6 reviews)
  • The property is close to great restaurants and offers convenient access to dining options. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with a fair number of options and accommodating choices for dietary needs. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
River
Breakfast
Balcony
Towns
Restaurant
Bed
Parking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is a bit dated, but the rooms are lovely and comfortable.
Duncan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time and will definitely stay here again
Geoffrey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean.., people were very nice.. parking was easy
Shelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay great staff
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Virginia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay for our 10th Anniversary

Clean, quiet room friendly staff perfect location
Julie, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and nice room on the creek
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay here. Would stay here again.
Janet, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Came up from Florida for the Jeep Invasion, very friendly staff, will stay here again.
Jimmy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoy our stay! Staff was great! Location was great!
Debbie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant place
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice property loved the stream room
Christina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location - clean rooms - quiet - no complaints
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay and loved being able to walk to downtown Gatlinburg with ease.
Kayla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

View of river was gorgeous. Balcony was great. Staff was awesome. Parking is tight but good
William, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location for visiting the Smokies national park as well as restaurants & shopping. Beds were comfortable. Nice to have a continental breakfast served at the property.
Lori, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is a little dated, however a good stay.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was great. The only issue was we had bugs in our room. We found them in the shower and on the valance which made it hard to be able to sleep comfortably
Ilene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful place to stay. Very clean and helpful staff. Breakfast could have been a little better but overall a great stay.
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, clean and close enough to walk the stip
robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here ,good place to stay
Fincher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent pools
ALAN, 2-night trip