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The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

2.5 star property
Experience Southern charm near iconic attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of Smokies. Relax at your home away from home surrounded by comforting touches.

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In the heart of Gatlinburg, The Historic Gatlinburg Inn offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and cozy fireplace in the lobby. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or explore nearby SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle. With amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance and an elevator this hotel has been praised by guests for its central location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • City view
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • City view
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • City view
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, The Historic Gatlinburg Inn is in a walkable area in Gatlinburg with great shopping. 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 Gatlinburg SkyPark. Anakeesta and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Map
755 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Sky Lift which includes autumn leaves and mountains
    Gatlinburg SkyPark
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle featuring a small town or village and a park
    Gatlinburg Space Needle
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gatlinburg
    Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg
    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ole Smoky Distillery
    3 min walk
  • Sugarlands Distilling Co.
    2 min walk
  • Puckers Sports Bar
    1 min walk
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
    2 min walk
  • Smith & Son Corner Kitchen
    2 min walk

About this property

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Near Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Convention Center, The Historic Gatlinburg Inn provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
  • A TV in reception, a lift and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1937
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

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

Property is also known as

Historic Gatlinburg Inn
Historic Gatlinburg
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn Hotel
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn Gatlinburg
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn Hotel Gatlinburg

Frequently asked questions

Does The Historic Gatlinburg Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Historic Gatlinburg Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Historic Gatlinburg Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Gatlinburg Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Gatlinburg Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Historic Gatlinburg Inn located?

Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, this hotel is steps away from Mysterious Mansion and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are also within 10 minutes.

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

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cool vintage rooms and great service. Breakfast was a major upgrade to the norm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Felice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, amazing breakfast, great location. Historical building.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint but charming facility. Good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here over the holidays! The front desk staff were very kind & made us feel at home. They even gave us some bread made from their kitchen to take home when we checked out! The antique vibe of the hotel was very quaint & everything was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Cozy, historic, perfect for downtown activities. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kefeyalew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are the staffs are great, convince location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tamy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean, staff very helpful & informative. Enjoyed watching the bears from balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Very historic with a matching decor, but it was very clean, the staff was very nice, and the location can’t be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and serviced daily. Breakfast was good. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd time staying here. Very comfortable historic inn. Big country breakfast, lots of choices. Friendly staff. Love staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Callie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and the old historic vibe I loved!! Staff was wonderful and has a great front porch sitting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great breakfast. Great old hotel right in the middle of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was helpful and friendly. The inn was a real throwback to simpler times.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We already booked again for next year! Don’t expect the latest and greatest technology because it’s a historic property but new bathrooms, very clean and charming atmosphere with the best location in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Found breakfast cold but not surprised with a Buffett style - hotel and rooms very clean but room noisy - beds like rocks but Great Location !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the on site parking. The front porch had rocking chairs and live musicians. Breakfast was amazing and the staff were so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely property, and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very friendly and always ready to assist. Breakfast was excellent. Room and hotel in general was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent and fresh. Balcony was clean and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is perfectly located to walk anywhere in downtown Gatlinburg or even nearby walking trails. The breakfast is wonderful and the hotel is very quiet and calm.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old but good location.

Location and breakfast is the best part. The actual hotel is older and the rooms are small but the front porch makes up for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonny at the front desk is the sweetest lady I’ve ever met. The convience to all the shops was awesome. Old inn feel. Overall great experience. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025