Bearskin Lodge on the River is a 3-star hotel situated beside the river in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The property provides a continental breakfast, a fitness center, and an outdoor swimming pool. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Many rooms offer balconies with views of the city or river.
Should you book Bearskin Lodge on the River?
A comfortable stay with river views and convenient access to local attractions.
Best for
- Riverfront location
- Access to Gatlinburg attractions
- Families and couples
Maybe not ideal for
- Rooms may have city views
Riverside rooms
Rooms at Bearskin Lodge on the River feature balconies, offering views of the river or the surrounding city. Each room includes essential amenities for a pleasant stay.
Outdoor pool and fitness
Enjoy a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or maintain your workout routine at the on-site fitness center. The hotel also provides free parking for guests.
Walkable attractions
The hotel is located a short walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Bill Gladwell, The Mentalist, placing you close to Gatlinburg's entertainment options.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Alarm clock
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
Location
840 RIVER RD, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, United States, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Bearskin Lodge on the River is located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
5 sights nearby, the closest being First United Methodist Church at 0.5 mi; the nearest lift station, Ober Mountain Aerial Tramway, is 0.2 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- First United Methodist Churchplace of worship0.5 mi
- Mynatt Parkpark0.6 mi
- Briar Knobpeak1.2 mi
- Piney Buttpeak1.3 mi
- The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum;The Salt & Pepper Shaker Museummuseum1.3 mi
Getting around
- Ober Mountain Aerial Tramwaylift station0.2 mi
- Transit Centerbus station0.8 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 132 guest reviews
Bearskin Lodge earns consistently high marks for its prime, walkable Gatlinburg location, peaceful river setting, and warm staff — qualities that keep many guests returning year after year. However, recurring gripes about a limited breakfast, intermittent housekeeping lapses, and pool/elevator issues prevent it from being entirely without fault. Overall guest sentiment is strongly positive, with most visitors considering it excellent value for the area.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 22 · average 9.8
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, breakfast
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Frequently asked questions
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms at Bearskin Lodge on the River come with a flat-screen TV, cable channels, a private bathroom, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms also have a balcony.
Does the hotel have parking?
Yes, Bearskin Lodge on the River offers free parking for guests, including accessible parking options.
Is breakfast included?
A continental breakfast is available at the hotel for guests to enjoy.
What attractions are nearby?
The hotel is within walking distance of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Bill Gladwell, The Mentalist. Other nearby attractions include museums and churches.
What is the nearest airport?
Mc Ghee Tyson Airport is located 27 miles away from Bearskin Lodge on the River.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, Bearskin Lodge on the River features an outdoor swimming pool for guest use.