Best 12 Hotels with an Indoor Pool – Gatlinburg, TN

Here’s your list of the “Damp Dozen” – 12 of the best hotels with an indoor pool in Gatlinburg, TN!

We’ve compiled a list of a variety of hotels – 2-star, 3-star, and 4-star hotels in Gatlinburg (budget-priced to high-end) that all have…

• An indoor pool
• At least four stars on Google Reviews

So, let’s get started and find you a hotel with an indoor pool!

By Jeff Powell | Published June 17, 2025

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So Who Needs an Indoor Pool?

You do! You just may not realize it yet…

• What if your family wants to go for a swim, but it’s too cold outside?
• What if you have fair skin and sunburn easily?
• What if it’s really “buggy” outside?

An indoor pool is the answer to all of those issues!

The Best Hotels With an Indoor Pool in Gatlinburg, TN

So we’re here to help. Here’s a list of 12 hotels in Gatlinburg with indoor pools. We’ve arranged them into categories – two-star, three-star, and four-star, to make things a little easier for you. And we’ve given you a description of each hotel. You can even book your hotel directly from this post!

Two-Star Hotels with an Indoor Pool

Two-star hotels are generally regarded as somewhat basic. You can expect a bed, a bathroom, and a TV. These days, you can also expect a coffee maker, and perhaps a microwave and a mini-refrigerator. There’s usually a pool, too.

But these 2-star hotels have stepped it up and added an indoor pool!

The Appy Lodge

You’ll find The Appy Lodge on Parkway as you’re entering Gatlinburg from Pigeon Forge via Highway 321. It’s a little off the beaten path, but that means it’s calmer and quieter there.

A 2-star hotel, it offers all of the usual amenities, plus a heated indoor pool! Bring the family during winter, and you can still enjoy a warm swim.

• Where is it? 168 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby? In the 0.7 miles between The Appy Lodge and Traffic Light #3 at the big intersection onto Parkway in downtown, you’ll find…
  • Two Mini-Golf courses
  • Two Gas Stations
  • Three Mountain Coasters
  • At least three restaurants
  • A psychic
  • A tattoo parlor
• Google Reviews – 4.6 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

The reasonably priced Country Inn & Suites, a Choice Hotels property, is just a short walk from the Parkway.

The Inn provides both rooms and suites, free WiFi, free breakfast, an exercise room/fitness center, and an indoor heated pool.

• Where is it? 421 Reagan Ln, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • Smith & Sons Restaurant
  • Smoky Mountains Creperie and Coffee
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark
• Google Reviews – 4.0 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On the River

Located on Highway 321, just down the road from the Appy Lodge, you’ll find the Baymont, a Wyndham property, wedged in between the road and the river.

The Baymont boasts stunning close-up views of the Little Pigeon River, from each hotel room balcony.

Amenities include free breakfast, an exercise room, laundry service, a children’s play area, and, of course, an indoor pool.

• Where is it? 293 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby? The Little Pigeon River, plus everything mentioned in the Appy Lodge section above. The two hotels are only a quarter mile apart.
• Google Reviews – 4.1 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

The Sidney James offers three different lodging options.

“Our downtown Gatlinburg hotel has a main lodge with Club Level Rooms, a Creekside building with Creekside Rooms, and a Courtside building with Economy Hotel Rooms located parallel to the main lodge.” ~ Taken from the Sidney James website

I love having options!

The hotel is loaded with amenities. The Gatlinburg Trolley makes stops at its front door. There’s an outdoor scenic picnic area. It’s pet-friendly. It’s sits along the LeConte Creek. It has both indoor and outdoor pools. And there’s even a poolside cafe!

• Where is it? 610 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby? The Sidney James is only 0.5 miles from Parkway.
• Google Reviews – 4.1 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Three-Star Hotels with an Indoor Pool

Three-star hotels are a step up from two-star hotels. The facilites are usually a bit larger and nicer. The service is little better, and there are typically more amenties available. They are a good mix of amenities and reasonable pricing.

Examples – Hilton Garden Inns; Hampton Inns; Courtyard by Marriott, etc…

The Park Vista – A DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton

Park Vista, a Hilton property, is located on Cherokee Orchard Rd., a bit above Parkway. It’s a little too far to walk, but the Gatlinburg Trolley makes regular stops here, so you can catch a ride!

The Park Vista is fancy! There’s an onsite restaurant. You can work out in the fitness center. A concierge is available to help with any questions or needs you might have. The rooms are large and comfortable. There are even rooms available with bunk beds for kids.

The indoor pool is fancy, too! It’s basically a mini-waterpark, complete with slides and a hot tub.

• Where is it? 705 Cherokee Orchard Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • The Park Vista is one mile from Parkway.
  • It’s 2.4 miles from the historic Bud Ogle Cabin and Nature Trail
  • It’s 2.4 miles from the trailhead to Twin Creeks Trail
  • And it’s 8 miles from the entrance to Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
• Google Reviews – 4.3 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown

The Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown may win the Smoky Mountains Ventures award for the best indoor pool! They have taken indoor “pooling” to another level altogether!

It takes three photos to show you what I mean…

Of course, the Holiday Inn Express is more than just a pool. It boasts a fitness center, a business center, a childrens’ activity room, and a complimentary hot and cold breakfast where kids eat for free.

• Where is it? 322 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • The Log Cabin Pancake House is right across the street.
  • The Gatlinburg Convention Center is a three-minute walk.
  • Parkway is a six-minute walk away.
• Google Reviews – 4.6 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

We often stay a Hilton properties, because we consistently have a good experience there.

The Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg is on River Road, across the road from the Little Pigeon River. River Road runs parallel to Parkway, just one block away. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is on one end of River Road, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is on the other end.

The hotel has an onsite restaurant, The Garden Grille and Bar, serving breakfast and dinner daily. The Pavilion Pantry is an onsite convenience store. There’s also a fitness center, and the hotel is dog-friendly.

The indoor pool area is lovely, with its tile floors, wood-framed windows, colorful furniture, and large plants.

• Where is it? 635 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse on Parkway is a six-minute walk away.
  • The Park Grill on Parkway is a six-minute walk away.
  • The Peddler Steakhouse is a five-minute walk down River Road.
  • The Ober Gatlinburg Tramway Mall is a six-minute walk away.
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark is an eight-minute walk away.
• Google Reviews – 4.4 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

There are two Hampton Inns in Gatlinburg – this one, on Airport Rd., and the other one, on Parkway. This one is newer, and nicer.

The newer Hampton Inns are just as nice, and cost about the same as their sister property Hilton Garden Inns.

This one boasts onsite EV charging, free breakfast, pet-friendly rooms, fitness room, and free Wifi. There is an outdoor patio with seating and a firepit overlooking the LeConte Creek.

The indoor pool also has a hot tub where you can soak those muscles you tired out hiking…or shopping.

• Where is it? 520 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby? The Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail is a 10-minute walk or less to…
  • Mynatt City Park, a great place to exercise your dog
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
  • Parkway
• Google Reviews – 4.3 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Courtyard Gatlinburg Downtown

The Courtyard Gatlinburg Downtown is a Marriott property, offering both rooms and suites. It has an onsite restaurant, The Bistro, a convenience store, free Wifi, and laundry. Sorry, no pets allowed.

The hotel is across Airport Road from the Holiday Inn Express.

The pool area includes an indoor pool, a whirlpool, a pool hoist for accessibility, and free towels.

• Where is it? 315 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • The Log Cabin Pancake House is just next door.
  • The Gatlinburg Convention Center is five minutes away by foot.
  • Parkway is about eight minutes away by foot.
• Google Reviews – 4.5 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown – Convention Center

Get comfortable at the Comfort Suites!

Enjoy a free hot breakfast or continental breakfast. There’s a convenience store/snack shop onsite. You get a fitness center, business center, laundry area, and free Wifi.

The heated indoor pool is fairly simple, but it does come with chairs, a pool accessibility assist, and…water.

• Where is it? 321 Reagan Dr, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby? Like many of the hotels described in this post, it is easy walking distance to…
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
  • Log Cabin Pancake House
  • Parkway
• Google Reviews – 4.3 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Four-Star Hotels with an Indoor Pool

Now we’re getting fancy schmancy!

Four-star hotels have all the amenities that have already been mentioned, but they take it up a notch. They often have both indoor and outdoor pools, as well as multiple onsite restaurants onsite. You can expect the service to be friendlier and more personal. The physical facilites are larger, nicer, and more comfortable.

Margaritaville Resort

Step into the lobby of the Margaritaville Resort in Gatlinburg, and you’ll probably find yourself humming a Jimmy Buffett tune. The island vibe is in full swing here!

Margaritaville Resort is one of the nicest hotels in Gatlinburg. There are all of the usual amenities, but also some extras. It features several onsite dining options. Pamper yourself at The St. Somewhere Spa.

Margaritaville also has two pools – one indoor and one outdoor. It’s like going to the islands…in the mountains!

• Where is it? 539 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s it close to?
  • Anakeesta Theme Park
  • Ripleys Aquarium of the Smokies
  • Blue Moose Burgers and Wings – One of the best burgers in Gatlinburg
  • The Pancake Pantry – The best pancakes in Gatlinburg
  • Cuppa Gatlin Coffee Shop – A tasty little shop with an outdoor patio
  • The Village Shopping area, home to Bodicca’s Celtic Pub, where you can enjoy another of the best burgers in Gatlinburg; the Donut Friar; Coffee & Company; and a lot more!
• Google Reviews – 4.7 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Embassy Suites by Hilton

The Embassy Suites Gatlinburg is close by Sidney James Mountain Lodge and Park Vista Hotel on Airport Road. A Hilton property, the hotel is more upscale than its sisters, Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn. Embassy Suites may cost a bit more, but you get what you pay for!

The hotel offers free made-to-order breakfast daily. There’s concierge service, room service, a fitness center, and the hotel is pet-friendly.

Embassy Suites has two pools – one indoor and one outdoor. The outdoor pool includes a lazy river, while the indoor pool features lots of windows and comfortable chairs.

• Where is it? 604 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• What’s nearby?
  • The Gatlinburg Convention Center
  • The Log Cabin Pancake House
  • Parkway is just 0.5 miles away.
• Google Reviews – 4.5 stars
• BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why are so many of these hotels on Airport Road? Most of the hotels on Airport Road are newer, and a indoor pool was a part of the original building plan. Older hotels usually have an indoor pool if they have gone back and added one.

Pro Tip

Airport Road travels uphill from Parkway. Walking to Parkway or the convention center is an easy task, but be aware that walking back to your hotel will be uphill all the way. Catching the Gatlinburg Trolley might be a good idea…just sayin’.

The Wrap – Hotels with an Indoor Pool – Gatlinburg, TN

We’ve just given you 12 choices of hotels with an indoor pool in Gatlinburg, TN. The hotels come in all shapes, sizes; they are all highly reviewed by previous guests; they are all convenient to area attractions, restaurants, and shopping.

So what are you waiting for? Make that reservation today while it’s still available! We’ve even provided links to each hotel so that you can make your reservation directly from this blog post.

Last one in the pool is a rotten egg!

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