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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

2.0 star property
Mountain hotel within walking distance of Gatlinburg Space Needle

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Near the Great Smoky Mountains, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Take a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind on the scenic terrace overlooking the river. Guests rave about this hotel's convenient location and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $53
$60 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, River View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, River View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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$63 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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About the neighborhood

Map
310 Cottage Dr, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby snowboarding. Also, Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg SkyPark are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 21
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May 23 to September 01

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Also known as

Econo Lodge Inn River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge Inn River
Econo Lodge River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge River
Econo & Suites On The River
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Gatlinburg
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River Hotel Gatlinburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River 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.

Is there a pool at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River like?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River is a short 7-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 6 minutes' walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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