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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
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

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

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Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

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

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Room

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

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

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Room

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Gatlinburg

You'll be centrally located in Gatlinburg with a stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge, within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Anakeesta and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards 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 a hot tub and a children's pool.

Guests 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 186 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at Poolside Cafe serving the guests of Sidney James Mountain Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Gatlinburg? This hotel has 1600 square feet (149 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Poolside Cafe - Onsite 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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • 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

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 available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 16 2026 to February 27 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Property Registration Number yes

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

Property is also known as

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 813 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1419 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marlo

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean comfy rooms at a very reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Stanley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The tub was slow to drain and the staff wasn’t pleasant the amenities were expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect, the gas fireplace was a really nice feature. Staff was very accommodating, we had a great stsy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurmeet

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

aly

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional, warm, welcoming, and very accommodating throughout our stay. While the room was clean, it was slightly dated. The indoor pool and hot tub were a highlight for our children, who enjoyed them for hours. We originally booked a one-night stay but extended our visit due to the overall great experience. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of numerous tourist attractions and restaurants. I would recommend this hotel to anybody coming to experience the fun and charm of Gatlinburg.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Parking lot could be revamped, difficult to get in and out of parking spaces when hotel at near capacity. Covered garage on property was much better condition to park in when space available. Breakfast not included but available at on site restaurant but we did not eat on premises. Indoor pool was ideal for our 3 year-old granddaughter on rare occasion of down time from sight seeing and shopping. Bonus near seen in parking lot near outdoor pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was near downtown, you could walk everywhere, which is convenient so you don't have to drive and pay for parking. The room was clean, but quite small. The TV was outdated and there was no microwave. Where our room was located, there was no direct line to the heated indoor pool, so we had to go outside in the cold to get to and from the pool. Would maybe stay here again if there was no better option.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great overall for the $ couldn't beat it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the amenities, the staff, and the furry bear guests. Second stay here, definitely enjoyed more staying at the Queen Jacuzzi room but the cheapest room was good as well. Pool area is great and so is the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean with comfortable beds and bedding. Indoor pool was amazing. Hotel across the street was dated. I didn't know our room would be across the street.it felt like a different hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Sevierville

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
I've been staying at Sidney James since 2009. With that being said, I have never had such uncomfortable mattress in all my visits to there. Really disappointed that there was no microwave in the room. Maintenance was right on spot when we had issues with the frig. Over all, it was a good visit except for the beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Great staff, clean rooms, great food and lets not forget THE POOL! 10/10 recommend. Great location! Less than 5min walk from Convention Center
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff and great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

david, bartlett

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is way outdated, my wife cut her knee on the trim around the tub and I told the front desk and it wasn’t fixed . The grab handle in the tub came out when my wife try to grab it to stand up . There was feces from a bear at the bottom of the stairs. I informed them at the front desk and they never cleaned it up. We. Ended up using the other stairs the rest of are stay . Very disappointed. I had to ask then to clean the room and give us fresh toilets . We have stayed there at least 6 times but this was the last time. My wife was extremely disappointed and ready to stay about all the kind of employment. They act like it was no big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025