11 Unusual Places to Stay in the Smoky Mountains
Don’t let your Smoky Mountain vacation sound just like your neighbors’. Set your trip apart by staying at unusual lodging options along the way.
Hotels and Cabins
There is only one lodge inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, LeConte Lodge, and reservations start with a lottery in fall. However, in the gateway towns, there are many hotels, resorts, and cabin rentals with great views and convenient access to the park.
60+ Smoky Mountain Cabins at American Mountain Rentals
Stay close to popular area attractions but secluded enough for those who long for peace and quiet relaxation. Accommodate 4-28 guests.
Cabins and Panoramic Smoky Mountain Views at Townsend KOA Holiday
Stay in one of the premier campgrounds on the quiet side of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with views of the surrounding mountains and lush forests.
Charmingly Modern Fairfield Inn & Suites Gatlinburg Downtown
Stay walking distance to Gatlinburg's many attractions and just a short drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Cozy Cabins in the Great Smoky Mountain Foothills at Cherokee KOA Holiday
Set in the foothills of the Great Smokies, in the heart of Cherokee tribal country, the Cherokee KOA boasts 360-degree views of the mountains.
Deluxe Cabins at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Holiday
Make your basecamp at the closest campground to Dollywood near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
LeConte Lodge inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park
LeConte Lodge is the only lodging in the park and is accessible only by hiking a 5-mile trail. A reservation lottery happens in fall.
Top Timeshare Resorts in Gatlinburg: Getaway to the Smokies
Stay in a Gatlinburg timeshare for an unforgettable vacation in the Smokies. Here are the some of the best resorts offering timeshare accommodations.
Top Vacation Cabins near Cades Cove in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Stay in a cabin on the “peaceful side of the Smokies” in Townsend, Tenn., and surrounding towns in Blount County. Here are three of our favorites.
Why Glamping is Great for Non-Campers
Want to sleep under the stars but skip sleeping bags, dirt and pit toilets? Try glamping near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.