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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
(90 reviews)
  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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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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
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 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

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

James Sidney
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Sidney James Mountain Lodge
Sidney James Mountain Lodge Gatlinburg
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Sidney James Mountain Gatlinburg
Sidney James Mountain Hotel Gatlinburg
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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1419 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 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

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eliezer

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bathroom where dirty, toilet had yellow ring their was no microwave had to go to the front ! Rooms need updating shower need pressure
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ornella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, spacious rooms, friend people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Grear spotless room and for the $ best in town!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff particularly Randy !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was an overall pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brad

Disliked: Amenities
Microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ceyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very clean. The staff was friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

WADE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On phone
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mary, Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, but the only problems was stink bugs and no microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the Sidney James Mountain Lodge to be a comfortable stay for a reasonable price. We loved the quiet location and that our room faced the creek, giving us the soothing sound of running water. We appreciated the free on-site parking and the trolley service right to and from the hotel. We enjoyed an evening in the indoor pool. The poolside cafe provided us dinner one evening and breakfast one morning and was tasty and affordable. In all, we enjoyed our visit and look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This has been my go to place to stay when I visit Gatlinburg, which is usually 2 or 3 times a year. It is off the main strip so as to avoid all the noise and commotion but there is a free trolley stop at the lobby so getting back and forth is easy. I have been using the Sidney James for many years now and it is generally in decent condition despite its age. But this visit was quite different. I was in room 106 from 24 December to 27 December 2025 and found this room to be in terrible condition. There were 3 long black hairs in the tub/shower area, 2 stuck to the wall. There were dents in the walls, no microwave, windows were dirty, and other issues that should not have been in a room rented to the public.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brandy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Alpen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Outdated but so is most of Gatlinburg. Front desk very helpful. Pool area is spacious and cool experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

modesto, dover

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean rooms but shower was very clogged took for ever to drain
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location,Cervice and all was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean get view of river . Walking distance to downtown a few blocks. Staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean , fireplace was a plus plus !! Staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horace

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy. No complaints at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

It was a typical motel room, basically what I expected. It is not 5 star because the room smelled musty. I brought an air freshener and it went away.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025