Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $68
$60 nightly
$68 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25

Explore the area

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • River view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • River view
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • River view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.5 miles
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Anakeesta - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

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.

3 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.

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 transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space 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

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Some LED lighting used

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

Property 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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 823 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1457 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay will stay here again the room was very nice clean and comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

Great staff love the view
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room hot tub and pool in working order.. satisfied with trip and booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the kids enjoyed the indoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hyun Koo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool was great and room is big! All staff are so kind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

DEBORAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is an older Lodge; it was clean, and the staff was very helpful. I would definitely stay again if I were in the area for the price per night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff and great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool wonderfully staff...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and we loved out fireplace! The staff were so sweet and helpful and I'm pretty sure we'll stay here again. I think the only downside was the bed was really firm LoL for us but besides that, it was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Grear spotless room and for the $ best in town!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. It is starting to show its age but it is kept in good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is really nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is kind and willing to work with you, a great place with a trolly stop right out front. Pool was clean, warm and had a great aesthetic. Overall a great place, very little issues out of the hotel especially for the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location,Cervice and all was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Room was great with jacuzzi. Very spacious and great location to everything. Definitely doing it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean comfy rooms at a very reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the indoor pool area! The back patio by the rushing water was also very nice and peaceful. Room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pool was beautiful, friendly staff and only a short walk from main strip.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

dj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Fun pool. Great patio for the creek sound.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, awesome pool and Jacuzzi area, had a wonderful stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025