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How to Find Hotels in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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From the natural wonder of the Great Smoky Mountains to its numerous historic attractions, the mountain retreat of Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a vacationer's paradise. Follow these tips when you plan your next visit there.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer with Internet access for making reservations

    Find Accommodations in Gatlinburg

  1. Step 1

    Reserve accommodations in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, by calling the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism at 1-865-436-2392 or visiting their Web site (see Resources below).

  2. Step 2

    Reserve a room in a warm, comfortable motel along the various routes leading to and from Gatlinburg. You can travel deep into the Smoky Mountains or take day trips to nearby cities like Knoxville or Chattanooga.

  3. Step 3

    Rent a vacation home or condo and mix with the locals in Gatlinburg's cafes, delis, restaurants, bars, taverns or pubs.

  4. Step 4

    Reserve a spot in one of the city's campgrounds. Hike one of the challenging trails and explore the mountainside.

  5. Step 5

    Test your golf skills by playing a round at either the Gatlinburg Golf Course or the Bent Creek Golf Course. Stay in one of the nearby lodges and relax your muscles after a day of play in a hot sauna or a Jacuzzi.

  6. Step 6

    Indulge yourself and book accommodations in a mountain villa or chalet that overlooks sweeping valleys.

  7. Get Around Gatlinburg

  8. Step 1

    Fly to Knoxville International Airport and commute by car or public transit to Gatlinburg. You also can arrange for pickup by a private limo or shuttle service.

  9. Step 2

    Utilize Tennessee's fourth largest transit system and tour the town on the Gatlinburg Trolleys.

  10. Explore Gatlinburg

  11. Step 1

    Visit the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park for a day of fun. Enjoy snowboarding and downhill skiing, ice skating and many other activities at this major tourist attraction.

  12. Step 2

    Stay in a hotel near Gatlinburg's city center and enjoy a live musical, concert or comedy show.

  13. Step 3

    Gatlinburg has over 400 specialty shops in its downtown district, making this Tennessee mountain city a shopper's delight. Book accommodations in a cozy inn or bed and breakfast in this area and you can walk to everything.

Tips & Warnings
  • Make accommodations early if you plan to visit during the summer when vacationers crowd Gatlinburg.

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