The Best Hotels Closest to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum in Gatlinburg for 2026

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

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

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Dale

₩229,046

₩258,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

2. The Timber at Holly Branch

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Grace

₩182,966

₩259,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

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.

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

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Regina

₩276,725

₩312,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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.

4. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Fabiola

₩196,304

₩251,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A cabin interior with a wooden interior, a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a welcome sign.

A log cabin with a stone foundation, a wooden staircase, and a red roof.

5. Bear's Den by Jackson Mountain Rentals

2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Brian

₩185,676

₩667,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

6. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Alesia

₩286,429

₩322,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

2.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jessica

₩105,124

₩118,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Bingxin

₩286,429

₩322,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

9. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

William

₩233,884

₩263,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 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.

10. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Boyd

₩207,483

₩233,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick pathway, and a parked SUV.

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.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Brandon

₩168,057

₩189,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

esaul

₩146,599

₩165,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.

13. The Appy Lodge

1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tyler

₩237,489

₩267,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A dining area with a wooden bench, a table set for two, and a view of a stream through large windows.

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.

14. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

1.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Mark

₩351,023

₩418,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 Holiday Inn Express building with a sign indicating the address 322.

15. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Wayne

₩188,387

₩242,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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 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

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jamie

₩153,122

₩172,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by two wall sconces.

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

17. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

James

₩187,817

₩211,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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.

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

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

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

0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Stephanie

₩160,034

₩180,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two armchairs, a sofa, and a small round table.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ramona

₩186,766

₩210,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

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

20. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kassidy

₩73,775

₩83,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,056 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 262 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,057 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 713 reviews	View
Bear's Den by Jackson Mountain Rentals	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"2 night stay have stayed here multiple times it’s our go to place to stay right on the strip convenient and affordable decent breakfast options pleasant staff"

Brookside Lodge

8/10 Good

"It was in convenient location to nearby restaurants and attractions."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

8/10 Good

"Cane back again this year. Friendly people"

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Pool was nice staff was friendly elevator very slow"

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience!!"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"The beds were comfortable and no sign of bugs. Great TV. Awesome balcony overlooking the woods and watched a bear come by every evening. Good breakfast included which was nice. Overall appearance of the room was good but it’s an older hotel and some things needed repair and a deep cleaning. Not good lighting in the room. The fabric cushions on the chairs were dirty. The ironing board was filthy and wouldn’t close. The bathroom sink had a crack and chip. Tub and toilet were clean however there was mold on the ceiling above the shower and on the corner behind the door. My husband complained about how dirty his socks got from walking on the floor which visibly looked clean but they weren’t. My biggest annoyance which also became funny was the inside door handle fell off every time we shut the door. I finally found the set screw and reattached the handle. Also couldn’t hang up anything cause the clothes rack was falling down."

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Nice property, conveniently located."

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very polite lady checked us in, room was clean, excellent location. Relaxing A+++"

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Location is perfect for Anakeesta and walking downtown. I will use it again!"

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

A town nestled in a valley with autumn-colored trees, surrounded by mountains.

Gatlinburg SkyPark

9.4/10 (5,131 reviews)

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

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Gatlinburg Ziplines

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Aerial zip lines, rope climbing, freefalls, trapeze swings and treetop bridges make this attraction a great day for all the family.

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A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, American flags, and a stage for live music.

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

9.2/10 (4,285 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Sugarlands Distilling Company

You can take time to visit Sugarlands Distilling Company during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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Traffic Light #8

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you take a trip to Traffic Light #8.

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Iris Theater

You can enjoy a show at Iris Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Moving Theater

You can enjoy a show at Ripley's Moving Theater on your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

You can find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a visit to Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum 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 368 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, 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 close by include Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg and The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg.

How many hotels will I find near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 368 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens, or Star Cars Museum. Learn about local history at Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place. 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 Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. The Timber at Holly Branch

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

4. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

5. Bear's Den by Jackson Mountain Rentals

6. Bearskin Lodge on the River

7. Sleepy Bear Motel

8. Old Creek Lodge

9. The Greystone Lodge on the River

10. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

12. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

13. The Appy Lodge

14. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

15. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

16. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

17. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

20. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

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Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Brookside Lodge

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Gatlinburg Ziplines

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Traffic Light #8

Iris Theater

Ripley's Moving Theater

Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

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