East Tennessee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

East Tennessee
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Gatlinburg featuring autumn leaves and landscape views

Where to stay in East Tennessee

Gatlinburg featuring autumn leaves and landscape views

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Chattanooga showing a river or creek, a city and water sports

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Downtown Chattanooga
Knoxville which includes markets

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

Downtown Knoxville
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Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
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Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
WonderWorks which includes interior views as well as an individual male

Downtown Pigeon Forge

While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater.

Downtown Pigeon Forge
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
204 Sharon Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is AU$196 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$196
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,276 reviews)
"Oh this is by far my favorite place to stay in Tennessee. The hotel has this amazing smell for starters! The rooms are awesome the staff were friendly!! I want to go back and stay again!! I hated leaving! The Waterpark is so awesome kids had a blast it was such a great time to end the day they had ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,175 reviews)
"Stag was very friendly and helpful. The room is very nice."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Read House Hotel
The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center

The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center

3 out of 5
3230 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is AU$477 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$477
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,244 reviews)
"First and foremost, Miss Judy, the breakfast host, was the SWEETEST! Definitely the nicest employee we encountered. Our room was clean, however the hallway carpet could’ve used a shampooing and it did not smell the greatest. Pictures of the entire facility were deceiving, especially the pool area. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
"Clean room, full kitchen, and amazing views. A great place to stay for friends and family."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (95 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,113 reviews)
"Everything is great. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Only had a couple small issues, but we will definitely be staying here anytime we come back in the future."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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