SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed - double
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed - double
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed - double
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
218 Ski Mountain Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • SkyPark - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min walk

About this property

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Hotel near Gatlinburg Space Needle
Located close to SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg provides a free breakfast buffet and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • An elevator and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 52 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 44-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 44-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Family Inns
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Frequently asked questions

Does SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg located?

Located in Downtown Gatlinburg, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and SkyPark. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1005 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly. Hotel close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, clean and comfortable. Nice balcony to relax on.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebone

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean and very decent and up to date for the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay and amazing staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Karlene

Liked: Staff & service
Loved the view of the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Getting to see the bear in the creek
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanita

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice we enjoyed it. The room was very nice. Looked like it had been empty awhile without being vacuumed or dusted. Overall a very enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

CARRIE

It was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff is always so kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious place, close to many activities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Rude staff, not accommodating, over priced for the kind of property it was
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Balcony needs power washed. Pool was cloudy but other than those two things its was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed how there was a balcony and you could go outside and watch the creek flow. I traveled with my two children and it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dragon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great distance from the strip, quiet hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ya

My family and I stayed here for one night. The rooms are pretty spacious. It’s an open concept with minor walls separating it. There is a balcony with a nice flowing creek. Some cons were how hard it was to open the door to the room, the cracks and paint chips in the bathroom and the dirty ceiling. Breakfast was okay. I love how close it was the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the balcony with the river running right below. So peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

lori

Nice big room river view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed that it sat on the river with beautiful river views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for a great price!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at the Sure Stay! It was clean and safe. We were able to walk most places and took the trolley when we got too tired. Pool was great, but cold (it wasn't hot durimg our stay, not their fault). It has a long 3 foot edge which was great for my 5 year old.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was spotless and very roomy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was run down and outdated needs an overhall
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The river
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025