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Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Terrace/patio
Heirloom Suite
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Hillbilly Golf
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Majestic Glen with Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heirloom Suite

Heirloom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Corner (06 Heirloom)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the area

Gatlinburg

In shopping district.Within a 10-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel, you'll find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Hillbilly Golf and Historic Ogle Log Cabin are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hillbilly Golf - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4-star adults-only hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The luxury Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel also features a terrace, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel was completed in May 2024.

This 4-star Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1935
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 21.95 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 21.95 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel to the airport?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is 43.6 mi (67-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel on Apr 12, 2026 start from CA $258, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offer free breakfast?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 21.95 per night.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have a pool?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel to downtown Gatlinburg?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 357 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheharyar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very personable experience. Close to everything, had breakfast included which was right next door at a fancy restaurant. Staff was excellent, allowed us to check-in early and checkout a bit late(breakfast at restaurant took some extra time). Overall great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

himanshu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saw bear from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very welcoming Rooms clean Nice addition of breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cozy and clean. Towels were quickly changed before we could even ask. Check in service was top tier. The river ambiance was incredible. Definitely a great stay to unwind and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurie

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I was so excited for this stay but it has not gone as expected. The room and grounds are clean and very nice. The bed was comfortable, the staff was very friendly. The issues I had were, this is listed as a pet friendly hotel and I would not agree with that. There is not a pet relief area on the grounds and when I asked for areas the only ones available were right on a busy road, in a flower bed, or the hotel next door. So keep this in mind when traveling with a dog. I proactively paid the pet feed the week before my trip assuming it would be easier and in doing this gave them my credit card after already paying for my stay with a virtual card and not only did they try to run the whole stay through my personal card twice even though it was already paid, now 3 days after my stay they have run the pet fee through a second time. There was an issue with the room door code and the battery being dead in the lock and honestly I question if my room locked at all the first three days I was there. This has been a very disappointing experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

roopam

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
This is by no means a luxury hotel, it feels like you are in a motel. The rooms are very small. The toilet was a foot and a half from our bed if we did not slide the door shut it was a ghastly sight! The pictures are quiet deceiving! This hotel is located on the busiest street in town we were there over Thanksgiving and it took us an hour to get out and cover 1 mile with bumper to bumper traffic. I had hoped to have a relaxing time but honestly there was no place to relax in the room and there is no common area. Unfortunately, it was too cold to sit on the balcony. We are experienced travelers and found it to be totally overpriced at almost 450.00 a night we stayed in the Majestic Glen. That said the staff was amazing and very responsive, they have a nice upscale restaurant on site with good food. This was a lifesaver because all restaurants in town were packed with people and with no availability. The Heirloom Room was not overcrowded we could relax and enjoy our meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Balcony view. The room was clean, fresh and not cluttered. The decor was quiet, simple and tasteful. It had zen like quality that made it very restful. The only thing I would add is a small microwave as we like to heat our milk for coffee but that’s a small thing. We loved that we were off the beaten path a little. It was a quite a contrast to the noise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was perfect .. so worth gettin the tub and fireplace .. the young man who checked us in was wonderful.. will definitely be back !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean. Balcony was lovely looking right at the water. Breakfast was delicious. My only complaints would be the way the bathroom was laid out the water just pooled into the center of the floor leaving a literal puddle if you took a shower. And if you get the end room [im assuming the ones with the tub] you hear the washing machine running alot. But over all everything was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great! Spotless clean! Fancy all perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce, Memphis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, serene hotel with a wonderful view, great onsite restaurant (most excellent breakfast included). Good service.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the staff (inn keepers) to the ambience the inn was amazing. Rooms were clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Awesome staff. Beautiful views from private balcony. Will absolutely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quaint little inn. Everything was brand new, room was cozy and right on the River. We loved having the restaurant downstairs, breakfast was fantastic. Try the grit cakes 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing balcony views with the river. Breakfast was really good. Room was clean,staff where helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and terrific restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, view excellent, concierge and housekeeping staff very friendly and accommodating. Two recommendations: 1) Room 103 needs an outdoor light. We must use flashlight to see keypad at night. 2) Add pegs or coat rack on wall opposite door to hang jackets. One concern: Our air/heating unit only blew cool air. Staff assured us it would be fixed. You could see it had been worked on as decorative cover was removed, but it still blew cool air. Never heard anything more from staff; it still blew cool air and decorative cover never replaced which we took to mean more work needed. Update from staff would have been nice. We used fireplace for heat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
beautiful views sound of the rolling waters from deck quite
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, top quality, beautiful river view & prime location, accessibility to shops & restur still , very nice helpful stag
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025