Dancing Bear Lodge

Mountain lodge in Townsend with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

Tucked away near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dancing Bear Lodge offers a serene retreat. Start your day with continental breakfast, then explore the shopping mall or unwind in the garden.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Free use of bicycles
Coffee shop/cafe
Conference center
2 meeting rooms
Air conditioning
Garden
Picnic area
Tour/ticket assistance
Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Tomorrow

Oct 16 - Oct 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Cottage, 1 King Bed (Spruce) (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

Pillowtop bed

Ceiling fan

28 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Cottage, 2 Double Beds (Jack Pine) (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

Pillowtop bed

Ceiling fan

28 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar items, iron/ironing board

Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

28 sq m
1 bedroom
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Queen Beds (Semi-Detached) (Not Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

Pillowtop bed

28 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

56 sq m
2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

Pillowtop bed

46 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Fireplace

Private outdoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

37 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Plus Cabin, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed (Not Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

Pillowtop bed

28 sq m
1 bedroom
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony

Fireplace

Private outdoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Minibar (some free items)

37 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

About the neighborhood

137 Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN, 37882

What's nearby

Townsend Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Laurel Valley Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
Tuckaleechee Caverns - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Cades Cove - 30 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬2 min walk
‪Little River Pub And Deli - ‬2 min drive
‪Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro - ‬2 min walk
‪Towns End Coffee Co - ‬9 min walk
‪The Dancing Bean - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Lodge

When you stay at Dancing Bear Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 25
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open Saturday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Friday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 25

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Private dining
Private picnics

Traveling with children

Fireplace gate

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ski area nearby
Ziplining nearby
Winery tours nearby

Working away

2 meeting rooms
Conference center

Services

Tour/ticket assistance
Free bicycle rentals
Romance packages

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Shopping mall on site
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Portable shower seat

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Stocked minibar (select free items)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

In-room massage

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property requires a credit card on file for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Also known as

Dancing Bear Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend

Dancing Bear Townsend

Dancing Bear Hotel Townsend

Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend

Dancing Bear Lodge Lodge Townsend

Frequently asked questions

Does Dancing Bear Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dancing Bear Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Dancing Bear Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.