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Bear Creek Inn

2.5 star property
Riverside motel in Gatlinburg with free parking

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Bear Creek Inn, near Anakeesta and SkyPark, is perfect for adventure-seekers. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and outdoor furniture for relaxation after exploring. Previous visitors praise the excellent value found here.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₹5,557
₹6,266 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Balcony view

2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

2 Double Beds, Accessible, with Roll-in Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(125 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

2 King Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Balcony view

2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(130 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
125 Spruce Ln, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Historic Ogle Log Cabin - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anakeesta - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ben & Jerry's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Bear Creek Inn

Motel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Close to Anakeesta and Gatlinburg SkyPark, Bear Creek Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Bear Creek Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews give good marks for the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee grinders
  • 45-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Bear Creek Inn Motel
Bear Creek Inn Gatlinburg
Bear Creek Inn Motel Gatlinburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Creek Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Creek Inn?

As of 23 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Creek Inn on 24 Nov 2025 start from ₹5,557.33, 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.

How much is parking at Bear Creek Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Creek Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bear Creek Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bear Creek Inn located?

Situated on a river, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Anakeesta. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Bear Creek Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean nice management would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfy, view was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and loved the creek
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean could hear the creek it was a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quaint, beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family genuinely enjoyed this property during our stay in Gatlinburg. Its location made it easy to walk just about anywhere, and we even spotted three bears while we were there. We’ll absolutely be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the location was great we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay while visiting
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close enough to everything Gatlinburg has to offer but far enough away that it is nice and quiet. Remodeled rooms right on the creek with a private balcony made this a great getaway with very fair prices especially for a tourist area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The balcony is gorgeous! Definitely an easy stay do not expect anything fancy but for the price I
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and we saw the bears from our balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Creek was nice. Off the strip and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! It is our go to for trips to the smokies! However the water pressure could be a little better and a full size mirror in the room couldn't hurt! Other than that we had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice sitting on the balcony hearing the running stream. Room was clean and plenty of clean towels.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the balcony and we saw a bear each night we were there the room was cute and next to alot of stuff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room. Close to shops,restaurants and attractions. Came back from dinner one night and a bear as in the parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and balcony awesome. Very quiet at night. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We actually saw a bear! Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my 1st time in this area, great views and easy access to the area and just a great experience as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rear balcony view with the rushing water was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is at the base of a mountain beautiful stream off you're deck the staff is awsome very helpful i cant wait to stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the balcony view nice quiet area yet walked to everything i wanted to do
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the balcony facing the creek it was so peaceful. We even saw the neighborhood bear roaming around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025