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Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with restaurant, near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Surrounded by the natural beauty of Anakeesta and SkyPark, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers a modern retreat. Unwind on the outdoor entertainment area or savor flavors at the restaurant. With high-speed WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services available to guests.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Porter/bellhop

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$193 nightly
The total price is $217
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Mountain river retreat
Step into this charming Tudor hotel in a national park. Scenic mountain vistas and river views await from the private walkway to water.
Foodie paradise
This hotel boasts a restaurant and bar with cooked-to-order breakfast. Vegan and vegetarian options abound. Wine enthusiasts can enjoy tours at nearby wineries.
Plush comfort awaits
Sink into sumptuous premium bedding behind blackout drapes. Slip on a soft bathrobe, grab a drink from the minibar, and unwind on the balcony.

Room options

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Majestic Glen with Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heirloom Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Heirloom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Corner (06 Heirloom)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Hillbilly Golf - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Heirloom Room, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers say good things about the walkable location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
    • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1935
  • Terrace
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Tudor architecture

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Heirloom Room - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Rocky Waters
Rocky Waters Gatlinburg
Rocky Waters Inn
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Rocky Waters Hotel
Rocky Waters Motor Hotel Gatlinburg
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Historic Rocky Waters Inn A Small Luxury Hotel
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking.

Are there restaurants at or near Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Heirloom Room.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel like?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 10-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 9 minutes' walk from Anakeesta. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Reviews

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as wonderful, great, fantastic, and delicious with many guests enjoying the included menu options. (15 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant, Heirloom, offered great food and a relaxing dining experience. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Balcony
River
Breakfast
Location
Service staff
View
Water
Parking
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved this place! Beautiful creek view, pretty room and breakfast was great. Highly recommend, we will be back soon
Alisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were very welcoming Rooms clean Nice addition of breakfast included
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was awesome. Room was clean and spacious great location
Brian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10! Best staff. Matthew was super helpful getting us to our lovely room. Absolutely gorgeous hotel. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view and terrific restaurant.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, exceptionally clean, the view and the spund of the river is like white noise very peaceful, it smelled super clean, and the bed like a cloud. Definitely we will return.
Jeannette, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

From the staff (inn keepers) to the ambience the inn was amazing. Rooms were clean and beautifully decorated.
Stacey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was perfect .. so worth gettin the tub and fireplace .. the young man who checked us in was wonderful.. will definitely be back !!!
Robin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will stay again!!
Melissa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy and clean. Towels were quickly changed before we could even ask. Check in service was top tier. The river ambiance was incredible. Definitely a great stay to unwind and relax.
Holly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing balcony views with the river. Breakfast was really good. Room was clean,staff where helpful and friendly.
Luke, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The heat wasn’t that great, the unit is outdated and can’t keep up even though the room is small. Why is the sink outside the bathroom, why is there no microwave? But the view setting over the river was very nice!
Ralph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved what this little inn had to offer
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, top quality, beautiful river view & prime location, accessibility to shops & restur still , very nice helpful stag
Farrah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, quaint little inn. Everything was brand new, room was cozy and right on the River. We loved having the restaurant downstairs, breakfast was fantastic. Try the grit cakes 10/10.
Jeremy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great view on the balcony of the river and mountains, very relaxing.
steven, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Probably my best stay in a hotel in the Smokies! The customer service was outstanding, the room was clean and cozy with the roaring creek off the balcony with 2 nice rocking chairs. The property is well maintained. The REAL breakfast at the Heirloom House was included each day and a real sit down, order from the menu, upscaled restaurant. They serve dinner and drinks as well. Excellent customer service there too. If you need anything like ice or water or towels, it's only a text message away and is promptly provided. It's only a short walk to downtown Gatlinburg. The hotel is quiet with no children allowed. I would definitely stay there again.
Cindy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Awesome staff. Beautiful views from private balcony. Will absolutely book again.
Brandon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

beautiful views sound of the rolling waters from deck quite
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wondering view
Dharma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect little adults only property with beautiful view of river and excellent customer service. Will stay again.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Balcony view. The room was clean, fresh and not cluttered. The decor was quiet, simple and tasteful. It had zen like quality that made it very restful. The only thing I would add is a small microwave as we like to heat our milk for coffee but that’s a small thing. We loved that we were off the beaten path a little. It was a quite a contrast to the noise
Allen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So glad we chose this property. Perfect for the 40+, no kids crowd. A bit away from the worst of the traffic, the balcony over the river was a wonderful way to begin and end each day, and the restaurant and bar at the property was top notch.
Liz, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, room was very nice and the staff was excellent. Loved the balcony.
Jan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay

Comfortable room and the creekside balcony was relaxing. Courteous staff. Very enjoyable stay.
James, 1-night trip