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Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
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King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Water view
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$55
$49 nightly
$55 total
Total with taxes and fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg Space Needle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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King Bed Deluxe - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

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

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Creekside Two Queens - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • River view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • River view
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

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

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Single Queen Room - No pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 0.9 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

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Gatlinburg Space Needle
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.

2 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 and a children's pool.

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

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 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
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

Property is also known as

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 794 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1394 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy, Chesapeake

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. Everyone was really nice. Fireplace was nice and easy to operate
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, great hospitality, pet friendly, awesome pools and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Room and bed was clean. They need to fix the waterfall that goes into the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cliff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

W Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, a little dated could use some modernization. Overall outstanding staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tennes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous will definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice location. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaimara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, pretty close to all the attraction
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Fred

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel and staff good but they have a insect problem
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely out dated the photos don’t match the experience parking is a nightmare the doorknob fell off of the bathroom and trapped me inside the only thing that made up for the experience was the staff was friendly and it’s convenient distance from downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and affordable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown. But breakfast was not free. Great pools inside and out. Friendly reasonable price. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FNU

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Washroom door didn’t had any lock from inside
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yuenan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here three days no house keeping! There two flys in my room and two cockroaches in bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Aquarius

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet out of the way of thd main traffic. Stream is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The indoor pool and hot tub was great. So relaxing after a day of driving through the mountains. Staff was helpful but the lady pretty much made you feel like she just wanted you in and out in a hurry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LISA

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
room was dated. stains on ceiling. bed was uncomfortable. but the pool and spa was fanatic!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025