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Bearskin Lodge on the River Hotel

840 River Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Ranked #21 of 91 hotels in Gatlinburg
4.0 of 5 stars 300 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Very clean(6)
  • Very nice(6)
  • Gas fireplace(4)
  • Several times(3)
  • Smoky Mountain(3)
  • Queen room(3)
  • Whirlpool tub(3)
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RVarecha
Ontonagon, Michigan
Reviewer
4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012 NEW

As we entered Gatlinburg, the strip was dotted with motel after motel to accomodate the tourists the area gets every year. We didn't have any advanced reservations as we like to check an area out before we stay somewhere. We found the Bearskin Lodge and were very pleased. Nice place, clean and decorated nicely with a look that one would... More

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Sarah R
Portsmouth, Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012
1
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My new husband and I booked this hotel for our honeymoon because of its wonderful reviews. When we made it to the hotel it was late, we did not have any trouble checking in but out room was dirty. Because it was so late the only person that was there was the night desk clerk, no one from maintenance, housekeeping,... More

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maria066
Atlanta, Georgia
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9 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Jan. 2012 two night stay at Bearskin Lodge ($75 per night) - Quick Check in - ample parking - very clean room - 2 elevators & rarely had to wait even though the hotel was sold out - 2 queen room was on creek with a fireplace - breakfast was typical of a free breakfast (waffles, biscuits, bagels, donuts, cold... More

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djsmomDallas_GA
Atlanta, Georgia
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7 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This was our 2nd time staying here to bring in the New Year. Our room was very clean, the breakfast was ok (to be included with your stay ),and the front desk was very nice........I also left one of my jackets there and didn't notice that I didn't have it until I returned home..called the hotel and found out that... More

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TennesseeTraveler082
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2012

We brought the new year in with a trip to Gatlinburg and chose a great location to spend the nights when we chose the Bearskin. It is located almost adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, has queen size beds, is in a relatively quiet location yet easy walk to main strip of Gatlinburg, and staff was very accomodating.... More

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Amy B
New Orleans, Louisiana
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14 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

I was satisfied with the rate and quality of this hotel. I came during what I'm guessing is off season, so the room was $70 a night; however when booking the room, the lady at the front desk offered me a night free, so it was great to save some of the money unexpectedly. I stayed in room 323, 2... More

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happycamper8411
Decatur, Alabama
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011

We recently honeymooned at the Bearskin Lodge, and I really have nothing bad to say about the hotel itself. I had seen this hotel on a previous trip but thought it would be out of our budget. However, while planning our honeymoon I stumbled across this hotel again and the rates were the same if not cheaper than the previous... More

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MangooMama
Tampa, Florida
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7 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2011
1
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We usually stayed in a rental cabin but had a couple of harrowing experiences trying to navigate the very narrow/ steep roads going up into the mountains and decided to stay in town. We found this hotel by accident (having walked out of another hotel for not providing the amenities they advertised). The Bearskin Lodge is conveniently located at the... More

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SaxMon
Roanoke, Virginia
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11 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011

The Bearskin lodge was recommended by a co-worker. We really enjoyed our stay the staff was friendly and the location was great putting us in walking distance of shops and restaurants. The fireplace, balconey and jacuzzi put it over the top. I'll definetly stay at the Bearskin again More

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julieroadhouse
Live Oak, Florida
Contributor
15 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011

Loved the convenient location. Everything withing walking distance, but not in the noisy part of town. Truly right on the river with great balcony view. Large fireplace and large room. Beds and decor were fantastic. Breakfast was limited. Only complaint was very slow internet service in the room. Will return! More

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Address: 840 River Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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