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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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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg offers convenience and comfort. Guests enjoy free continental breakfast, business center access, and complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby. The attentive staff consistently earns praise for their helpful service.

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
Sofa bed - double
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
218 Ski Mountain Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 19 min walk - 1.1 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
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Hotel near Gatlinburg Space Needle
Located close to Gatlinburg 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 along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and a vending machine
  • 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

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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
  • 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

Family America Gatlinburg
Family Inns
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Travelodge Inn Gatlinburg River
Travelodge Inn River
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Travelodge River
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Surestay Plus By Gatlinburg
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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?

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 Gatlinburg SkyPark. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Ober Mountain are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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