HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS GATLINBURG DOWNTOWN BY IHG - Gatlinburg TN 322 Historic Nature Trail 37738

322 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 United States

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Near Gatlinburg SkyPark

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The Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, gym, pool, spa, WiFi/Internet, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, and a complimentary breakfast.

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Free WiFi

Free buffet breakfast

Off-street parking

Pool access ramp on site

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Reviews

"Very clean and everyone very friendly"

Rooms are very clean, everyone is friendly and helpful.

Karen N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 21 to Tue May 26 2026 at a $51.80 average nightly rate.

"A home away from home"

We enjoyed our stay and plan on returning.

Eric W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 19 to Tue Dec 23 2025 at a $186.98 average nightly rate.

"Warming"

I'm pleased with all the attentions towards my family! All accommodations are great! I'm definitely coming back and will recommend this beautiful and clean hotel. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.

Cecilia P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 13 to Sun Sep 14 2025 at a $188.00 average nightly rate.

"It was very pleasant and restful."

We will stay here again.

Frankie S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 26 to Fri Aug 29 2025 at a $140.99 average nightly rate.

"It was very pleasant and restful."

We will stay here again.

Frankie S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 26 to Fri Aug 29 2025 at a $140.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG in Gatlinburg, you'll be in a shopping district, a 3-minute walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center and 14 minutes by foot from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gatlinburg SkyPark and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 113 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ober Gatlinburg - 0.2 mi
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 0.2 mi
Ripley's Haunted Adventure - 0.2 mi
Star Cars Museum - 0.2 mi
Hollywood Wax Museum - 0.2 mi
Amazing Mirror Maze - 0.2 mi
Downtown Gatlinburg - 0.3 mi
Gatlinburg Space Needle and Family Fun Center - 0.3 mi
Mysterious Mansion - 0.5 mi
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 0.5 mi
Hard Rock Cafe - 0.7 mi
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre - 0.7 mi
Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 2.2 mi
Smoky Mountain Zoological Park - 3.2 mi
Don Ringstrom Gallery - 3.6 mi
Posey Gallery - 3.6 mi
Lagniappe Gallery and Gifts - 3.6 mi
Apple Tree Gallery - 3.7 mi
Mc Cord Gallery - 4.1 mi
Henry Parker Gallery - 4.1 mi
Brush and Pen Bobi Art Studio - 4.1 mi
Mountain Vision Gallery - 4.1 mi
Church Mouse Gallery - 4.2 mi
Appalachian Gallery and Frame - 4.3 mi
Alice Moore Gallery - 4.3 mi
Cooter's Place - 4.4 mi
Gatlinburg-Pittman High School - 4.4 mi
Smoky Mountain Convention Center - 5.0 mi
Arnold Mc Dowell Art Gallery - 5.5 mi
Fireside Gallery - 5.5 mi
G Webb Gallery - 5.6 mi
Downtown Pigeon Forge - 6.0 mi
Patriot Park - 6.0 mi
Dollywood Theme Park & Splash Country - 6.1 mi
Carbos Police Museum - 6.1 mi
Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Lot - 6.3 mi
The Miracle Theater - 6.4 mi
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 6.7 mi
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 6.8 mi
Convention and Visitors Bureau - 7.1 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. Additional amenities at this hotel include gift shops/newsstands and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Nestled in the natural wonder and breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains, Holiday Inn Express in Downtown Gatlinburg offers guests an opportunity to stop and smell the pine trees. Splash around in our water feature and enjoy waterslides, a heated indoor pool and an interactive children's splash zone. We offer free Wi-Fi and parking. On select nights, guests are invited to join in our evening attractions. Our spacious rooms offer flat screen TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, Keurig machines and plenty of room to relax. We are conveniently located near all downtown attractions.

Local Attractions

Ripley's Amazing Mirror Maze (0.25MI), Gatlinburg Space Needle (0.3MI), Hollywood Wax Museum (0.3MI), Gatlinburg Sky Lift (0.4MI), Hollywood Star Cars Museum (0.4MI), Downtown Gatlinburg (1.0MI), Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (1.7MI), White Water Rafting (2.1MI), Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park (3.6MI), Dollywood (6.0MI), Dixie Stampede (8.0MI), Gatlinburg Sky Lift (13.0MI)

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2016

Floors: 4

Rooms: 113

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 113

Handicap Rooms: 18

Suites: 18

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 10.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: FREE

Total Taxes: 12.75%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual cancel policy varies between 72 hours and 14 days. Enti

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
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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Arcade/game room
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Assistive listening devices available
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coin laundry on site
Computer station
Daily
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 229
Elevator door width (inches) - 90
Fireplace in lobby
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free self parking
Front entrance ramp
Gift shops or newsstand
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Meeting rooms
No accessible shuttle
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of indoor pools - 1
Off-street parking
Pets not allowed
Pool access ramp on site
Pool hoist on site
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 122
Registration desk height (inches) - 48
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Splash pad
Television in common areas
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchairs available on site

Green Sustainability

IHG Green Engage system

Airport & Shuttle Info

* McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) * Distance: 46.0 MI/74.03 KM EAST to Hotel * Taxi Charge (one way):$50.00 USD * Time by Taxi:75 minutes * Merge on US-129 N/TN-115 N. Go 6 miles and merge on TN-168 E. Later merge on US-441 S on left and follow US-441 S for 32 miles (watch signs at turns and merges). Turn left on Historic Nature Trail (Traffic light #8). Hotel will be on the right.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Guests will enjoy our complimentary hot and cold breakfast items served 6:30am - 9:30am daily.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Destination fee: USD 22.55 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Crockett's Breakfast Camp - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this rustic-themed restaurant. Try their famous pancakes and biscuits. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Donut Friar - Grab a quick and tasty lunch at this charming bakery known for its freshly baked donuts and sandwiches. Located 0.1 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Peddler Steakhouse - Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at this popular restaurant known for its quality cuts of meat. Located just 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - Explore the fascinating underwater world at this popular aquarium. Get up close with sharks, penguins, and more. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Pancake Pantry - Start your day with a stack of delicious pancakes at this iconic pancake house. Choose from a variety of flavors and toppings. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Old Mill Restaurant - Enjoy a traditional Southern lunch at this historic restaurant. Try their famous corn chowder and fried chicken. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Alamo Steakhouse - Indulge in a mouthwatering steak dinner at this rustic-themed restaurant. Don't miss their famous loaded baked potatoes. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Spend the day exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Hike scenic trails and enjoy breathtaking views. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Log Cabin Pancake House - Start your day with a classic breakfast at this cozy log cabin-themed restaurant. Try their fluffy pancakes and crispy bacon. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que - Satisfy your cravings with a mouthwatering BBQ lunch at this popular spot. Don't miss their tender ribs and homemade sauces. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Melting Pot - Experience a unique dining experience at this fondue restaurant. Enjoy a variety of delicious melted cheeses, meats, and chocolates. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Activity Gatlinburg SkyLift Park - Take a scenic ride on the SkyLift and enjoy panoramic views of Gatlinburg and the surrounding mountains. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 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 Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG have?

There are 113 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Guests will enjoy our complimentary hot and cold breakfast items served 6:30am - 9:30am daily.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor water feature with waterslides, a heated indoor pool and an interactive children's splash zone.

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG?

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Gatlinburg event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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