East Tennessee, TN

Travel Guide

East Tennessee
Photo provided by Pigeon Forge, TN
Photo provided by Chattanooga Convention & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Chattanooga Convention & Visitors Bureau
Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

Where to stay in East Tennessee

Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Default Image

Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(1,372 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Downtown Chattanooga
Knoxville featuring markets

Downtown Knoxville

4.5/5(691 area reviews)

Downtown Knoxville boasts a central business district, World's Fair Park, and historical buildings like the Bijou Theatre. Explore the University of Tennessee campus and enjoy the lively Market Square.

Downtown Knoxville
Default Image

Chalet Village

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
WonderWorks which includes interior views as well as an individual male

Downtown Pigeon Forge

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pigeon Forge
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥17,595 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
¥17,595
¥20,806 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,518 reviews)
So So.
"The hotel is conveniently located near the convention center. It was nice to be able to walk over. Every person we spoke with was great. Got the feeling they just wanted to make our stay fabulous. The room was ok. It was the smallest bathroom without a vent fan. I like a hot shower and without a ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Hilton Knoxville
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is ¥14,888 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
¥14,888
¥16,785 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,771 reviews)
"Older property but very comfortable stay. Stunning views."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

3 out of 5
125 Music Mountain Drive, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is ¥18,443 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
¥18,443
¥23,419 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Titanic Museum and Dollywood are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,402 reviews)
"Great property for kids. The restaurant was good food with good prices. Breakfast staff was very friendly and the front desk was nice"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"Property badly needs updates, it’s definitely an older one. I’m sure the location makes it a bit more difficult to make major renovations as it’s on the side of the mountain. The view is gorgeous, and no issues getting into the area. Our unit was a two BR, with one queen and two twin beds, fine for ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (92 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,098 reviews)
"The property was great. It felt like a decently modern cabin in the woods. The people working there are absolutely amazing. Super friendly and curteous. The location is quite easy to find, it is quite steep up the hill. Every hotel we stay I try to give a review based on 3 things. 1. Hospitality, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cities near East Tennessee