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Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property
Mountain lodge near Gatlinburg Space Needle offers three refreshing pools, soothing hydrotherapy sessions, and easy access to local attractions

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers a peaceful retreat with an on-site café and multiple pools. Relax in the sauna or steam room, book hydrotherapy sessions, or visit nearby SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff and pool facilities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €47
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

Room options

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King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtside - Pet Friendly)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Gatlinburg, Sidney James Mountain Lodge is in the city centre and on a river. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Newfound Gap are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ober Mountain and Rocky Top Sports World. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Anakeesta are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and sledging.
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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Gatlinburg Space Needle
Located close to Gatlinburg SkyPark and Anakeesta, Sidney James Mountain Lodge provides a terrace, laundry facilities and conference space. Active travellers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Poolside Cafe, the on-site café. Free in-room WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a lift and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 186 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hydrotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 16 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 for adults and USD 5.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number yes
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sidney James Mountain Lodge on 20 Jan 2026 start from €47.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sidney James Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 16 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sidney James Mountain Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Gatlinburg, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 790 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1383 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location,Cervice and all was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice! It felt cozy and like home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean comfy rooms at a very reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super nice and answer all my questions!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms & staff is very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, staff was very helpful in checking in AND finding the room! The room is nice enough!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the amenities, the staff, and the furry bear guests. Second stay here, definitely enjoyed more staying at the Queen Jacuzzi room but the cheapest room was good as well. Pool area is great and so is the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good parking was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect, the gas fireplace was a really nice feature. Staff was very accommodating, we had a great stsy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, awesome pool and Jacuzzi area, had a wonderful stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was friendly and courteous. The room was clean. Location was walking distance to the main strip.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value. All the staffs were very kind. Great pool but water was little cold.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Great staff, clean rooms, great food and lets not forget THE POOL! 10/10 recommend. Great location! Less than 5min walk from Convention Center
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Outdated but so is most of Gatlinburg. Front desk very helpful. Pool area is spacious and cool experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay nice pool areas and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and very good prices on their rooms. Their indoor heated pool and hot tub are awesome 🤘 i highly recommend this hotel for families that are on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge. So much, We stayed another day and night. hope to return again real soon! thank you, April was a peach! very pleasant, the indoor pool and hot tub, was the deal maker for me, After we arrived and went to the suite, well, it was relaxing , warm and cozy. the fireplace in the suite was nice. will not stay anywhere else when I come to Gatlinburg, pigeon forge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rucela

Great location and the room is nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They accomadated our football team wonderfully and we cant wait to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wondeful staff, room was very clean, and loved everything on site at the lodge. Great food at the cafe (ate three meals there). Stayed in an upgraded room from the one I had booked which ended up being perfect for our stay. We plan to make a yearly tradition
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and rooms were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, close to everything, excellent indoor pool, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean with comfortable beds and bedding. Indoor pool was amazing. Hotel across the street was dated. I didn't know our room would be across the street.it felt like a different hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Staff & service
We like the location and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025