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

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A living room with a TV, a dining table, and a sofa.

A bar area with a 'License to Chill' sign, multiple TVs, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.

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

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

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

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

CATHERINE

₩227,498

₩256,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden floors, and unique spherical hanging lights.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

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

Stephanie

₩206,942

₩263,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

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

A wooden double door with glass panels and a keypad lock, flanked by two wall-mounted lanterns.

3. The Timber at Holly Branch

1.4 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Dayren

₩117,114

₩185,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden panel wall, a television, and a wardrobe.

4. Sleepy Bear Motel

1.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Corey

₩103,652

₩116,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

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

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

5. The Gillette

0.8 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Cindy

₩181,729

₩204,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A stone wall with a wooden log ceiling and a sign reading "Bearskin Lodge on the River".

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

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

6. Bearskin Lodge on the River

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

Willie

₩255,901

₩288,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large rug.

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

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

7. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

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

Anthony

₩154,561

₩174,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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.

A rustic lodge interior with wooden floors, stone walls, and a central fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged around the room, and there are framed pictures on the walls.

8. Old Creek Lodge

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

Bingxin

₩213,013

₩240,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Tracie

₩153,460

₩173,026 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 kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

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

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

10. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Nalia

₩119,026

₩134,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 swimming pool area with a water slide and a building in the background.

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

₩208,477

₩235,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.

12. The Appy Lodge

1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Tyler

₩164,404

₩185,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating the address 322.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

13. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Kiranveer

₩181,729

₩235,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

A pool area with chairs and a sign indicating a 3-foot depth limit.

14. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

1.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Laura

₩128,204

₩144,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

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

15. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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

James

₩186,548

₩210,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a television, and a stone wall.

A spacious lobby with a curved wooden ceiling, comfortable seating areas, and a large flat-screen TV.

An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.

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

0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Paola Stefania

₩158,952

₩179,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a comfortable seating area.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, under a wooden pergola with string lights.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered parking area, and a view of the surrounding forest.

17. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

LaDonna

₩110,047

₩124,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Reagan Resorts Inn, a stone wall, and a landscaped area with a fountain.

A bathroom with a mirror, sink, and wooden door.

A swimming pool with a stone wall and metal fence, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture.

18. Reagan Resorts Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Jeff

₩63,170

₩91,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 bear enclosure with a stone wall and metal railing.

19. Brookside Lodge

0.9 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Russell

₩77,807

₩101,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a reception desk, and a bear statue.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A swimming pool with a blue slide, lounge chairs, and a stone building.

A small building with a sign reading 'Best Western.'

20. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

0.3 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Ezhilmaran

₩87,499

₩98,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,054 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 666 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 256 reviews	View
Sleepy Bear Motel	9.4 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 320 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Bear Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great stay very pretty view from the balcony and was very quiet we were so close to the strip but couldn't hear anything from the strip we really enjoyed our trip"

Sleep Inn & Suites near Sports World Blvd

10/10 Excellent

"Buen servicio habitaciones limpias un precio accesible"

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great Place to stay, room was on the creek and had a great view and Family enjoyed the pool. Very easy and quick walk to Gatlinburg."

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was cleaned everyday without asking. New towels, beds made, garbage cleaned. Wonderful."

Crossroads Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean place and loved the location! Staff was very nice and friendly!!"

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"With them charging for parking you would think they would fix concrete."

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Great location. Good breakfast choices and space."

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

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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 399 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 The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg and Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, will I receive a refund?

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 Cooter's Place. 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, Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre, and Iris 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. Sleepy Bear Motel

5. The Gillette

6. Bearskin Lodge on the River

7. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

8. Old Creek Lodge

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

10. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

11. The Greystone Lodge on the River

12. The Appy Lodge

13. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

14. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

15. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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

17. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

18. Reagan Resorts Inn

19. Brookside Lodge

20. Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

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Top Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Hotel Reviews

Bear Creek Inn

Sleep Inn & Suites near Sports World Blvd

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Crossroads Inn & Suites

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

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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