The Best Hotels Closest to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg for 2026

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A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

A hotel with a large blue sculpture in front, a covered entrance, and multiple balconies.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Dale

￥27,768

￥31,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.

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.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountainous landscape.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Fabiola

￥26,965

￥33,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a round table.

A cozy, rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a bar area with hanging lights.

3. The Timber at Holly Branch

1.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Dayren

￥12,236

￥19,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a wooden pergola.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A modern bar area with bar stools, a long counter, and a television screen. There are seating areas with tables and chairs, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

4. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Regina

￥31,674

￥35,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

A cozy motel interior with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of the parking lot.

A sign for 'Marshalls Creek Rest Motel' with a small stream and flowers in the foreground.

A swimming pool with a fence, a motel sign, and a small stream.

5. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Jacqueline

￥12,578

￥14,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, a TV, and a dining area with a chair and table.

A lodge with a stone facade, a prominent sign, and a view of a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

6. The Gillette

0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

richard f

￥20,105

￥22,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

7. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Colleen

￥29,709

￥33,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

A large house with a stone facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

A view from a porch with a stone bench, American flags, a parking lot with cars, and a mountain in the background.

A spacious lobby with a large leather sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and large windows with blinds.

8. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.5 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Boyd

￥22,562

￥25,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a river and a bridge.

A narrow stream flowing through a wooded area with a wooden structure on one side and a stone wall on the other.

A cozy hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

9. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Bingxin

￥24,548

￥27,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by a black fence, with lounge chairs and picnic tables on the deck.

A commercial kitchen with a coffee station, including a coffee machine, various coffee cups, and condiment dispensers.

Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.

A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.

10. Sleepy Bear Motel

1.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Corey

￥12,034

￥13,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A lodge with a stone facade, multiple roof styles, and a covered entrance.

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

JUAN MANUEL

￥24,203

￥27,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

A covered outdoor area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Nalia

￥16,216

￥18,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area with blue and yellow upholstered chairs, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including high tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Brandon

￥17,685

￥19,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A rustic-themed store with wooden shelves displaying snacks, beverages, and souvenirs.

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

A swimming pool with a water feature, a slide, and a staircase.

14. The Appy Lodge

1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Tyler

￥22,241

￥25,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a view of the river.

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table, and a lamp. A river and greenery are visible in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a round coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

15. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

0.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Walter

￥35,525

￥42,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, several balconies, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

16. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

1.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Jamie

￥17,377

￥19,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

17. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Kiranveer

￥21,723

￥28,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and built-in wardrobes.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

18. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

1.6 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Kassidy

￥8,871

￥10,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 covered pavilion with stone pillars, a metal roof, and outdoor seating.

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

0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Sigita

￥18,318

￥20,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by wooden-framed windows and potted plants.

A breakfast table set with various dishes, drinks, and utensils.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a covered area with a sign reading "Cliffhouse 1st".

20. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

James

￥21,498

￥24,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,050 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 692 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 259 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,053 reviews	View
Marshall's Creek Rest Motel	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Always a great experience."

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Staff were nice and breakfast buffet was great"

Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

8/10 Good

"Hotel had amazing view with the balconies on the river. Buffet breakfast definitely could have been better Location close to trolley. Or you could walk it"

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Was great for a quick stay! Was a great location with easy access to the parkway."

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"We have been coming here for more 6 years"

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Everything went very well."

Glenstone Lodge

8/10 Good

"Indoor pool needs work but it was nice to have after a long day . Could use an opition for breakfast on property but the log cabin pancake is within walking distance. Good for a few days stay"

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and large. Housekeeping was provided daily. Easy to walk to downtown. Parking included. Great value and great location"

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this place is amazing this was the 3rd time we’ve stay here and it didn’t disappoint."

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Mountain Mall

8.2/10 (32 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mountain Mall during your trip to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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A Guinness World Records sign with a globe mural in the background.

Guinness World Records Museum

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Learn about great sporting and music achievements, see figures of the world’s tallest and smallest people or try to beat a world record at this interactive museum.

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Anakeesta

9.2/10 (1,580 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to Anakeesta and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gatlinburg.

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A red vintage car with the number 01 in white block letters on its side, parked indoors with wooden beams and various posters on the walls.

Cooter's Place

Meet actors from the popular television show The Dukes of Hazzard. Then play a round of mini-golf and race around a go-kart track.

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Traffic Light #6

You can learn about the history of Gatlinburg with a trip to Traffic Light #6.

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Traffic Light #5

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg with a stop at Traffic Light #5.

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Tennessee Homemade Wines

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Tennessee Homemade Wines during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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The Village Shops

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Village Shops during your stay in Gatlinburg.

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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 405 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 405 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

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Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near 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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Our top choices for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

3. The Timber at Holly Branch

4. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

5. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

6. The Gillette

7. Bearskin Lodge on the River

8. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

9. Old Creek Lodge

10. Sleepy Bear Motel

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

14. The Appy Lodge

15. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

16. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

17. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

18. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Other attractions near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Mountain Mall

Guinness World Records Museum

Anakeesta

Cooter's Place

Traffic Light #6

Traffic Light #5

Tennessee Homemade Wines

The Village Shops

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