Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Café
Interior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • SkyPark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtside - Pet Friendly)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and sauna
This hotel features 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a sauna and Access to hot tub are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include Access to hot tub, a sauna and a children's pool.

Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sidney James Mountain Lodge's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and SkyPark
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. Event space at this hotel measures 1600 square feet (149 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Sidney James Mountain Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gatlinburg hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Poolside Cafe – On-site café.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hydrotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 for adults and USD 5.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number yes
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 648 out of 1153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1153 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of our favorite properties to stay at with the kids. Love the scenery and the location. Staying creek side is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
This place was just OK in my opinion. Good: Very close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park - comfortable beds Not do good: carpet was gross - bathroom was very small
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kids loved the inside pool. We had amazing time. Coming back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. 3 pools...one is indoors and gorgeous. Gatlinburg shopping walkable. Cades Cove 1 1/2 hour drive from hotel. Great staff at hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and the property was clean. Location was close to everything but far enough away to where you didnt hear everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Saleina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and kind. The room was clean for the most part. I did not like that we did not have a microwave in the room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and will return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CaVian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Tacoma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! You can’t do better for the money! And I’m a cheap sum gun!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VINETA

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice. Balcony was small but we did see a bear.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The setup was amazing! Great views, great service and walking distance from downtown!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it’s hard to complain but, our room was dirty. Cobwebs in the corners, walls where sink is, is gross. I absolutely loved the
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! Amazing for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed right on the river saw a bear for about 15 minutes playing right under me, three pools that are all clean and nice and a hot tub and a restaurant, and not busy! Very reasonably priced for all the amenities, I don’t know how you could do better!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenyon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. Hotel was clean and service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shameek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room the mirrors was everything I will be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great - close to the main strip in Gatlinburg. Very clean, lots of amenities on the property. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

FELIX

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025