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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg is centrally located, featuring a cozy firepit, garden area, seasonal outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is ₹5,513
₹6,216 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(283 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

In the mountains and in a national park, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg is in a walkable area with great shopping. Titanic Museum and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Anakeesta and Gatlinburg Space Needle are located near Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg, which provides free on-the-go breakfast, a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg on 2 Nov 2025 start from ₹5,513.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mountain Mall, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 780 out of 1525 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 1525 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1525 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1525 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1525 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and convenient to the main strip area if Gatlinburg
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Very easy online booking and departure. Close to center of town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and it was convenient to the main street and attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

gary

Not bad for the price, walkable to downtown Gatlinburg
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in and Check out fast and easy. Great price and location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Within walking distance of downtown. Rooms are upgraded and clean with nice sleeping beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Rooms are clean and the location can't be beat right at the start of the strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vishal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room walkable distance from Aneksesta and skypark
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Amenities
Location was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel walkable to many areas in Gatlinburg great staff and always very pleasant and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness
We try to stay there every time we are in Gatlingburg best place in town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice staff. 2 minute walk to downtown Gatlinburg.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenafer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are nicely updated & the staff is great! There are two pools with slides, & one of them is heated. All of the rooms have balconies. There are two fire pits for gathering around & meeting new people. The hotel is only a couple of blocks from the main trolley stop & downtown. It was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe area, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, well-located, easy to access, and offers convenient parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was well kept. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerri

Very close to downtown! We seen a bear @3:30 on a quiet Monday afternoon. It checked the trash cans & moved on.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice and
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tate

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very convenient location for walking to the Gatlinburg strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was awesome. Easy to park and walkable into the town of Gaitlynburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was great and our accommodations were more than met.
Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the two small pool and fire pit areas. Received housekeeping everyday that we were there. The only available breakfast items were juice & coffee but this is stated on the property info. Great location and price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025