| this family-run hotel, set on 6 wooded acres in downtown, is a 5-minute walk from arrowmont school of arts and crafts and a 7-minute walk from ripley's aquarium of the smokies. the cozy rooms offer coffeemakers and minifridges plus tvs and free wi-fi. three cottages are also available. upgraded suites feature projection tvs and saunas. free amenities include an afternoon wine reception, evening milk and cookies, parking and continental breakfast. there's also an indoor and an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and picnic areas with bbqs. many have balconies, gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs; some suites have kitchens. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 8
Ole Smoky Moonshine (18 min)
Rustic corn-whiskey distillery brewing moonshine in copper stills & offering tours. Clingmans Dome (47 min)
Mountain with a seasonal road, paved trail & observation tower, plus an information center & store. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (9 min)
Sprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride. Dolly Parton's Stampede (10 min)
Southern, 4-course feast followed by a show featuring music, comedy, live animals & pyrotechnics. Anakeesta (7 min)
Big outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area & other fun. Great Smoky Mountains National Park (6 min)
Millions visit the campgrounds, trails, fishing streams, flora & fauna at this recreation area. Gatlinburg Space Needle (16 min)
Opened in 1969, the 407-ft. observation tower offers an outdoor viewing deck, a theater & an arcade. Mount Le Conte (24 min)
Scenic peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with log cabins accessible by hiking trail. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park (14 min)
Open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800-ft. overlook with views of the Smoky Mountains. Dollywood (15 min)
Owned by Dolly Parton, this theme park has water slides, rides & a number of live music shows. Dollywood's Splash Country (17 min)
Seasonal 35-acre water park owned & inspired by singer Dolly Parton, featuring many water slides. Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster (5 min)
Roller coaster through forest terrain, featuring individual cars with brakes & night-ride options. Hollywood Star Cars Museum (16 min)
Automobile archive featuring famous film & TV cars including the General Lee & 1966 Batmobile. Ober Gatlinburg (16 min)
This mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more. Rowdy Bear Mountain Coaster (1 min)
Roller coaster and adventure | 
