Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Gatlinburg Space Needle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
SkyPark - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Distillery - 9 min walk
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - 11 min walk
Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - 9 min walk
Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - 9 min walk
Mellow Mushroom - 8 min walk
About this property
Bearskin Lodge on the River
Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Close to Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg Space Needle, Bearskin Lodge on the River provides a firepit, a gym, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A seasonal outdoor pool with a lazy river
Free self parking
An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Tour/ticket assistance and outdoor furniture
Room features
All 96 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
Lazy river
Microwave
Refrigerator
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
Elevator
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Premium channels
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
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
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bearskin Lodge on the River have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Is Bearskin Lodge on the River pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Bearskin Lodge on the River?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bearskin Lodge on the River?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Bearskin Lodge on the River?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Bearskin Lodge on the River located?
Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, this hotel is steps from Traffic Light #10 and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Gatlinburg Space Needle and SkyPark are also within 10 minutes.
Bearskin Lodge on the River Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Short walk to everything! Over Gatlinburg Tram up the mountain, Convention center, abundance of restaurants. River view is looking at another hotel with a little river in between but city view is wide panorama od the mountains and town! Such a cute place! Tiny pool but wonderful fire pits! Apple cider and cookies every night. Loved that. Continental breakfast but the most amazing breakfast place right around the corner. It's a yes for me.
Welcoming staff, clean throughout. Decor was lodge-like. Weather didn't allow use of the pool or lazy river but the fire pits were a nice touch. Continental breakfast was good would have liked a waffle/pancake option. Coffee was perfect. Apple cider and cookies in the lobby were a nice touch. Location was great and we had a balcony over the river.
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean. Extremely pleasant atmosphere throughout our stay. There's no doubt, my wife and I will make Bearskin Lodge our first choice for future visits.
The property was a little smaller and more dated than we anticipated but it ended up working out well. We really liked its location and the room was bigger and more comfortable than others. The breakfast was sufficient and easy. Overall we liked the property.