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King Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 King Beds with Sofa Bed | Living area

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,025 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Tina
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Bar (on property)

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (432 reviews)
"Perfect stay! Clean rooms, comfortable beds and convenient parking!"
United States
Cynthia
The price is €205
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Terrace/patio

The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Anthony
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Property grounds

Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

Marshall's Creek Rest Motel
2.0 star property
0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean, cute decor, pool looked pristine even though we didn't swim. We wouldn't stay anywhere else! Everyone gets an assigned parking spot. Rooms large and have a table and chairs. I cannot say enough good things about this motel. Oh yes- fire pit to relax by at night and adorable Adirondack chairs. "
United States
lisa
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Marshall's Creek Rest Motel
Exterior

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (407 reviews)
"This hotel is absolutely stunning! The staff were very helpful and it was nice to enjoy some quiet away from the main downtown core of Gatlinburg. We can’t wait to come back soon!"
United States
Hallie
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
Outdoor pool

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Location was great!"
United States
Kevin
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Historic Gatlinburg Inn
Front of property

The Gillette

The Gillette
2.0 star property
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (264 reviews)
"Close to downtown, great location, parking, staff, rooms, etc. Will be staying there again."
United States
Chrystal
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Gillette
Lobby

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
2.5 star property
0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,410 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
Exterior

Old Creek Lodge

Old Creek Lodge
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (575 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Great access to everything in Gatlinburg. This is the quiet end of Gatlinburg and that made so much more enjoyable. Definitely would stay here again"
United States
Phillip
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Old Creek Lodge
Exterior

The Timber at Holly Branch

The Timber at Holly Branch
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Loved the property and our room"
United States
Margaret
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The Timber at Holly Branch
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (929 reviews)
"Room, staff and breakfast was excellent"
United States
Kamal
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,959 reviews)
"Great stay! Would stay here again"
United States
Tobey
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Seasonal outdoor pool

Crossroads Inn & Suites

Crossroads Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,541 reviews)
"It was just a great stay all the way around."
United States
Teresa
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Crossroads Inn & Suites
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bearskin Lodge on the River

Bearskin Lodge on the River
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Tonya
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Bearskin Lodge on the River
Interior

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Family friendly!!"
United States
Leigh
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Exterior

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,315 reviews)
"The stay was nice! The accommodation were clean and the staff were hospitable."
United States
mariah
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Front of property

The Appy Lodge

The Appy Lodge
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
David
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
The Appy Lodge
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was great to local attractions"
United States
Sharon
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean, hotel it’s self was clean, perfect walking distance to the strip!"
United States
Nicole
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Lobby

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
2.5 star property
0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,497 reviews)
"The room very clean, breakfast was good and location very desirable. Plus parking was free."
United States
angel
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
King Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 King Beds with Sofa Bed | Living area
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,025 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
432 reviews
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Terrace/patio
The Greystone Lodge on the River
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
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Property grounds
Marshall's Creek Rest Motel
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
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Exterior
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
407 reviews
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Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Our children loved the indoor water slides! That was one of the main reasons we booked, and I’m so glad we did! We also liked how close the hotel is to downtown Gatlinburg. We walked downtown in under 5 minutes."
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Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 399 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Adjacent to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
What can I see and do near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Study the collections at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum or Cooter's Place. Sights like Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre and Iris Theater.