When you stay at Bear Creek Inn in Gatlinburg, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. .This motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Gatlinburg SkyPark - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬11 min walk
‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk
‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk
‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬12 min walk
‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
About this property
Bear Creek Inn
Bear Creek Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. 45-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Gatlinburg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 39 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include an elevator and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
In a national park
In the mountains
On a river
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
45-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM 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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Bear Creek Inn Motel
Bear Creek Inn Gatlinburg
Bear Creek Inn Motel Gatlinburg
Bear Creek Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Clean room, friendly staff, comfy beds, price was great. We definitely will be back! View off the balcony is beautiful. We even got to see a bear right off our balcony!
Great location. Only a 5 minute walk to the strip - Close by, but away from all the noise, and the sound of rushing water while out on the balcony. Room was clean & parking was good. Can park right in front of your room. Definitely recommend staying here. Ducks & Bears love to roam this area.
Arthur
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Meghan
Mar 25, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We cannot say enough good things about our stay! It was peaceful, walking distance from the main strip, and the balcony view was beautiful. We will definitely be back!
Amazing staff, perfect location to access downtown Gatlinburg. It's so close we didn't have to pay for parking. Bear spotting every day and every night from our balcony.
Location was very convenient being walking distance from downtown. Quiet off the high traffic road, and located right on the water. The rooms are a little musty, but clean for the most part. Linens and towels were clean. We enjoyed our time!
PARKING WAS VERY EASY YOU JUST PULL UP IN FRONT OF YOUR ROOM IT IS CLEAN ENOUGH AND AC IS VERY GOOD.CONVIENIENT PLACE TO STAY TO WALK TO GATLINBURG.HIGHLY RECCOMENT
Great location, all shops and entertainment are in walking distance. We had an awesome time. We will recommend this hotel and will book it again in our next trip to Gatlinburg.