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A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.
A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.
A bar area with a 'License to Chill' sign, multiple TVs, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.
A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a tropical mural.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Dale
￥28,051
￥31,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountainous landscape.
A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden floors, and unique spherical hanging lights.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Nathalia
￥23,182
￥29,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.
A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

3. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Bearskin Lodge on the River
Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
lawrence
￥30,017
￥33,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Bearskin Lodge on the River
An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.
A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.
A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.
Two stacked front-loading washers in a corner with a wall-mounted sign indicating cycle times.

4. The Appy Lodge

The Appy Lodge
1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Tyler
￥26,663
￥30,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Appy Lodge
A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.
A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.
A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

5. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
esaul
￥15,280
￥18,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
An indoor play area with slides and climbing structures.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a sign indicating the address 322.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

6. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Wayne
￥20,685
￥26,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.
An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.
A spacious lobby with a curved wooden ceiling, comfortable seating areas, and a large flat-screen TV.
A bar area with wooden furniture, a television, and a stone wall.

7. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Stephanie
￥20,682
￥23,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and cabinets.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

8. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
1.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Kassidy
￥9,859
￥11,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, under a wooden pergola with string lights.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden table with a bottle and glasses.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered parking area, and a view of the surrounding forest.

9. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Canada
Susan
￥19,910
￥22,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.
A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a wooden overhang and a sign that reads "Glenstone Lodge".
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, balconies with plants, and seating areas.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a chair, and a lamp.

10. Glenstone Lodge

Glenstone Lodge
1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Dayna
￥10,870
￥12,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Glenstone Lodge
A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a forested area with tall trees and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a bathtub, and a balcony with a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a mounted TV, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

11. Laurel Inn Condominium

Laurel Inn Condominium
0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Shailesh
￥14,201
￥31,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Laurel Inn Condominium
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.
A hotel lobby with a large window offering a view of a mountain and a sign for Reagan Resorts.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Reagan Resorts Inn, a stone wall, and a landscaped area with a fountain.
A swimming pool with a stone wall and metal fence, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture.

12. Reagan Resorts Inn

Reagan Resorts Inn
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Kathy
￥10,786
￥14,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Reagan Resorts Inn
A river with clear water flowing over rocks.
A view from a balcony overlooking a river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large window.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating a Gold Award Winner.

13. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Patricia
￥12,173
￥13,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
A spacious room with large windows, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling.
A lobby with wooden beams, stone counter, and seating area.
A row of wooden rocking chairs with patterned cushions, positioned in a sunlit room with large windows overlooking a street.
A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden shelf above it, and a lantern on the wall.

14. Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Ines
￥9,109
￥11,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Brookside Lodge
A pool area with a central water feature and a palm tree sculpture.
A modern living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.
A modern living room with a staircase, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet.
A stone fireplace with a clock above it, surrounded by shelves with decorative items and a mounted picture.

15. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Crossroads Inn & Suites
Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Matt
￥10,950
￥13,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Crossroads Inn & Suites
A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a river with trees and buildings in the background.
A natural outdoor area with a stream, rocks, and trees.
A living room with a brown leather chair, a gray sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.
A two-story house with a covered porch, stone foundation, and a stone chimney.

16. Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages
0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Janine
￥10,766
￥12,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages
A riverside view from a balcony with red chairs, a wooden deck, and a bridge in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, metal railings, and a roof structure.
A river running through a lush green area with a building on the right side.
A dining area with a large window overlooking a scenic outdoor view.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Erika
￥18,668
￥21,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a reception desk, and a bear statue.
A swimming pool with a blue slide, lounge chairs, and a stone building.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs and tables.
A small building with a sign reading 'Best Western.'

18. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Rafael Santiago
￥11,242
￥12,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a riverside location, and outdoor seating areas.
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a blue patterned throw. There is a wall-mounted lamp between the beds and a framed picture of a waterfall on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.
A hot tub with a metal railing, surrounded by a brick wall and a metal fence.

19. Gatlinburg River Inn

Gatlinburg River Inn
0.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Matthew
￥13,509
￥17,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gatlinburg River Inn
An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall backdrop, a poolside chair, and a clear blue pool.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.
A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN
0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
United States
Todd
￥15,294
￥17,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN
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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
9.8
Exceptional
2,061 reviews
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A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
9.6
Exceptional
750 reviews
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A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.
Bearskin Lodge on the River
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.
The Appy Lodge
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
9.2
Wonderful
1,706 reviews
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Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Glenstone Lodge

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Glenstone Lodge was great! The staff were pleasant and helpful, the indoor pool was amazing, our room and the facility were clean, plenty of parking, the cafe inside the lodge had great food and service, housekeeping was consistent and kept our room nice and tidy and stocked up. Overall it was a great stay and experience! Highly recommend!"
Megan 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Glenstone Lodge
Reagan Resorts Inn

Reagan Resorts Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This place is great!"
Jennifer 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Reagan Resorts Inn
Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge

8/10 Good
"Our room was clean and spacious. It had a nice little balcony over looking the creek. The only negative was they advertised as having a fire place, however, they don’t supply anything to make the fire. You have to go buy the wood yourself. Otherwise it was a nice place to stay close to all the action."
Christopher 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Brookside Lodge
The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, great staff, wonderful continental breakfast highly recommend."
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The whole staff was very friendly, professional and accommodating. The location is great and the pool was exactly what we needed. We hope to be back soon!"
Mariana 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"It was a nice and very clean hotel. Check in was smooth and we had a great stay. Would come back. We stayed with two little ones. My only recommendation is breakfast could be a little better but other than that, no complaints."
Angie 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
Gatlinburg River Inn

Gatlinburg River Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, close enough to everything. We didn’t use our car, everything was close, anakeesta, sky park etc (14 min walk). Very nice place whit a wonderful peace."
Elier 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Gatlinburg River Inn
Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Angela at the front desk was marvelous! Rooms were clean and gatlinburg destinations are walkable if you please."
german 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Sidney James Mountain Lodge
Bear Creek Inn

Bear Creek Inn

8/10 Good
"Room was clean with a beautiful view in the balcony."
Michelle 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Bear Creek Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 401 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Adjacent to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Expedia has 401 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
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What can I see and do near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Study the collections at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum, or Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens. Sights like Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater, and Ripley's Moving Theater.

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