DANCING BEAR LODGE - Townsend TN 137 Apple Valley Way 37882

137 Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN 37882 United States

9.6

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The cool thing about Dancing Bear Lodge is that it offers a variety of amenities such as a bar/lounge, restaurant, spa tub, and electric car charging station.

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Free WiFi

Free cooked-to-order breakfast

Free self parking

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"Comfortable cozy cabin in the woods."

The Appalachian Bistro restaurant is outstanding! A secret gem! The cabin was cozy, very comfortable! Hot tub was great! Cabin was spotlessly clean. Appreciate the coffee bar and the welcome basket! Will be back!

Katherine C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 11 to Sun Sep 14 2025 at a $368.66 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Dancing Bear Lodge in Townsend, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. This lodge is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Cades Cove and 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from Ober Mountain.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the lodge's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Tuckaleechee Caverns - 1.5 mi
Little River Railroad Lumber Museum - 1.5 mi
The Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center - 3.5 mi
Blount Memorial Hospital - 11.1 mi
Maryville College - 11.3 mi
Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 12.7 mi
Smoky Mountain Zoological Park - 13.1 mi
Convention and Visitors Bureau - 14.5 mi
Music Road Convention Center - 14.6 mi
Tennessee Shindig - 14.6 mi
The Smith Family Theater - 14.6 mi
The Miracle Theater - 14.7 mi
Carbos Police Museum - 14.7 mi
Ober Gatlinburg - 14.8 mi
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 14.8 mi
Smoky Mountain Convention Center - 14.8 mi
Downtown Pigeon Forge - 14.8 mi
Hollywood Wax Museum - 14.8 mi
Ripley's Haunted Adventure - 14.8 mi
Amazing Mirror Maze - 14.8 mi
Star Cars Museum - 14.8 mi
Patriot Park - 14.8 mi
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 14.9 mi
Gatlinburg Space Needle and Family Fun Center - 14.9 mi
Memories Theatre - 14.9 mi
Downtown Gatlinburg - 14.9 mi
Titanic Museum Attraction - 15.0 mi
Knoxville Airport - Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) - 15.0 mi
Country Tonite Theater - 15.0 mi
Black Bear Jamboree Dinner Show - 15.0 mi
Magic Beyond Belief Theater - 15.0 mi
Mysterious Mansion - 15.0 mi
Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Lot - 15.1 mi
Wonderworks - 15.1 mi
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 15.2 mi
Hard Rock Cafe - 15.4 mi
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre - 15.4 mi
Dollywood Theme Park & Splash Country - 15.9 mi
Nascar Speedpark - 16.0 mi
Governor John Sevier Farm Home - 16.0 mi

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Event facilities at this lodge consist of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Local Attractions

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Appalachian Trail, Cades Cove, Wares Valley, "The Dragon", Foothills parkway, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Dollywood, Cherokee, North Carolina

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2016

Floors: 1

Rooms: 21

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 21

Handicap Rooms: 1

Suites: 6

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 20.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: Oldham Properties

Nightly Parking: 0.00

Total Taxes: 14.75%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Cancellation greater than 30 days prior to arrival receive a full refund. Cancellation within 30 days are issued a gift certificate for the balance minus a 50.00 administrative fee.

Check-In Instructions:

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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

This property requires a credit card on file for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Amenities / Features

Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
Check In: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Conference center
Couples/private dining
Daily
Express check-out
Firepit
Free WiFi
Free bicycles on site
Free breakfast
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Free self parking
Front desk (limited hours)
Garden
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Housekeeping on request
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
No elevators
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Number of restaurants - 2
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Picnic area
Private host property
Private picnics
Proposal/romance packages available
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shopping mall on site
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Ziplining nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Located 35 minutes from McGhee Tyson Airport Knoxville, TN (airport code TYS)Average taxi expense 45.00. Shuttle service available for groups.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Private shuttle service available starting at 200.00

Breakfast Information

Complimentary Hiker's breakfast pre stocked in each cabin consisting of whole fruit, orange juice, Greek yogurt, house made granola, fresh ground coffee and assorted teas.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

We are a canine friendly property, all cabin accommodations accept pets. Villa and cottage rooms are pet free. Our pet fee is 50.00 per stay.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability) Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the Apple Valley Cafe. Located 0.2 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Lunch Enjoy a tasty lunch at the Townsend Deli. They offer a variety of sandwiches and salads. Located 0.3 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Dinner The Trailhead Steakhouse offers delicious steaks and a cozy atmosphere. Located 1.5 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Activity Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take a hike on the Laurel Falls Trail, located 2.5 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Day 2

Breakfast Indulge in a delicious breakfast at the Dancing Bean Coffee House. Located on-site at Dancing Bear Lodge.

Lunch Grab a quick and tasty lunch at the Trailhead BBQ Market. They serve mouthwatering BBQ dishes. Located 1.5 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Dinner The Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro offers farm-to-table cuisine with a Southern twist. Located on-site at Dancing Bear Lodge.

Activity Go horseback riding at the Davy Crockett Riding Stables. Enjoy scenic trails and beautiful views. Located 3.2 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Day 3

Breakfast Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Riverstone Family Restaurant. Located 0.6 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Lunch Enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Little River BBQ. They serve mouthwatering BBQ dishes. Located 1.2 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Dinner The Black Bear Cafe offers a cozy atmosphere and a menu featuring comfort food favorites. Located 0.4 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Activity Visit the Tuckaleechee Caverns and explore the fascinating underground world. Located 4.8 miles from Dancing Bear Lodge.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Dancing Bear Lodge

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Dancing Bear Lodge have?

There are 21 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Complimentary Hiker's breakfast pre stocked in each cabin consisting of whole fruit, orange juice, Greek yogurt, house made granola, fresh ground coffee and assorted teas.

Is Dancing Bear Lodge pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. We are a canine friendly property, all cabin accommodations accept pets. Villa and cottage rooms are pet free. Our pet fee is 50.00 per stay.

Is there shuttle service at Dancing Bear Lodge?

Located 35 minutes from McGhee Tyson Airport Knoxville, TN (airport code TYS)Average taxi expense 45.00. Shuttle service available for groups.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Dancing Bear Lodge

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Dancing Bear Lodge.

Feel free to use the Dancing Bear Lodge meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Townsend event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

75/80

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Convention

8/6

Theater

100

Reception

Regist. Desk

Room Details

Welcome to your Smoky Mountain Basecamp! Thank you for choosing Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro for your upcoming event in the Great Smoky Mountains. We’ve got several styles of individually appointed accommodations to meet most needs and budgets, from our spacious VIP Le Conte to the Evergreen Cottage. Whatever the size and amenities included, each space at Dancing Bear Lodge sets the stage for a rejuvenating experience and fond memories yet to be made. Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro offers a level of luxury and service that sets it apart from mainstream hotels. We are a full service property and restaurant offering premium in room amenities, authentic field to table casual fine dining, full bar service, and generous private meeting space. The Lodge event room offers the ambiance of an upscale rustic setting with lofted ceilings, hewn cut rafters and a seasonal wood burning fireplace, along with wifi, HDMI access, projector and drop down screen. This room is ideal for corporate meetings, weddings, private parties, social gatherings or workshops.

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:8

Columns:6

Windows:5

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?Yes

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