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Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Travelers gather around the firepit for s'mores or lounge by the seasonal pool while staying just steps from Gatlinburg's shopping and attractions

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg is centrally located, featuring a cozy firepit, garden area, seasonal outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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  • Sleeps 4
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

In the mountains and in a national park, Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg is in a walkable area with great shopping. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
Map
242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Tree Bridge
    Anakeesta
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark
    Gatlinburg SkyPark
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle
    Gatlinburg Space Needle
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gatlinburg_ConventionCenter_6127398)02
    Gatlinburg Convention Center
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Puckers Sports Bar
    9 min walk
  • Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
    8 min walk
  • Subway
    3 min walk
  • Tennessee Cider Company
    4 min walk
  • Ole Red
    7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Anakeesta and Gatlinburg SkyPark are located near Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg, which provides free to-go breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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 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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

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

Is Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mountain Mall, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 801 out of 1527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 408 out of 1527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1527 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

We were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and location of the room. Hot breakfast and the staff were very helpful and fruendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just behind Anakeesta. Great price, clean rooms and friendly staff..would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

haylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was helpful and nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable , great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous and super nice staff. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,,perfect spit for in and out going downtown .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well sound proof from outside noise. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, friendly staff, convenient to downtown strip as very close walk, easy parking. Chairs to sit in outside door to enjoy, fire pit area and more chairs to sit by the stream! Wonderful place! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this room based on recent reviews, and because it is really close to the strip. Free parking for hotel guests was a bonus. Easy check in, while there is construction going on throughout the property, it's being done during the day, so it's not bothersome at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atticus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really good budget-friendly option in downtown Gatlinburg! This hotel's location is super walkable to the downtown area, and I really liked that it's just far enough it's nice and quiet but it's also no more than a ten-minute walk to anything downtown. We wanted to book somewhere within easy walking distance to the aquarium and this hotel was perfect for that. Very easy parking as well! We really appreciated that everything was clean and welcoming, and staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for a few hours to get some rest before heading back to NJ. Check-in staff was quick, welcoming and friendly. The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Had a great stay and will stay here again next visit. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, great location. Was my second time there and would stay again next time in Gatlinburg. For the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We loved our stay! Eveyone was nice and it was clean. Weve stayed before and it was okay. They definitely redid the rooms and it was wonderful! They mislead you wirh having breakfast. Its not hot its juat grab and good muffins with juice and coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at this motel in a week as we were very impressed with our first stay. Very clean and friendly staff. There is construction on updating rooms however this did not impact our stay. Work is done during daytime and noise was not an issue. Great location and ease of walking to the main strip is convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was friendly the location was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lpcation of this motel was within walking distance to the main strip. Room was clean. They were busy working on updates to other rooms in building across from the main one. Juice muffins and coffee in office in the morning. Affordable aand convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

CULLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, location, room was great. Construction going on so it was loud. Will stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to be able to walk to every thing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, as always, staff was nice and easy access to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, staff was quick and efficient during check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KARTHIK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room suitable for families
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac was good, no breakfast, surrounding area was shopping accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes the rooms was clean and the staff where kind
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025