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
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬12 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
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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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Travelodge Inn Gatlinburg River
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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. 533 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1004 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic will go there again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's on the river and always a treat to enjoy coffee on the patio.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing for the price! We loved the balcony overlooking the water. The room was spacious, had everything we needed for a couple nights stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great deal for the price.. Walking distance to downtown Gatlinburg.. Clean comfy room..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, great location. Great little balcony overlooking the creek. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Amenities
We liked the setting at the edge of a beautiful creek and balconies off of the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Surprisingly spacious room, was pleasantly surprised. Staff was very friendly, breakfast was fresh even though we were some of the last ones in before they stopped closing. The pool was clean and open. Overall very affordable and clean. Would definitely stay there again. Location was great for walking too.
The balconies
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great stay. However the receptionist had attitude
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For the price. Quite happy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved th
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice
Stayed 2 nights 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

2/10 Terrible

Devendra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There were ants near and on the bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent scenic location very close to a Smoky entrance. Hills on one side, a river on the other. Room was ok, but had a smell that may be a mix of room freshener and what was to be masked by it. Room and lobby needs to feel fresh. Average breakfast, eco-friendly bowls and plates.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

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

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean hotel, few things about the room that could’ve probably been a bit better but other than that no issues and the girlfriend was happy so i’m happy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved Gatlinburg

Great location and price
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
it was a nice place. loved the balcony overlooking the river. bathroom shower needs upgrading. nice location on outside of main drag
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rate! Great room! Great view! Location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ignore the bad reviews
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025