Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel near Gatlinburg Space Needle in Gatlinburg

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
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Water view
King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

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

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

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

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

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

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

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

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed

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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

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

Single Queen Room - No pets

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

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About the area

Gatlinburg

City center stay.You'll find Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark within a 15-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Gatlinburg Space Needle in Gatlinburg
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Event space at this hotel measures 1600 square feet (149 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Sidney James Mountain Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gatlinburg hotel.

  • 186 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1600 sq ft of conference space
  • 149 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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; 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
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 792 out of 1387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1387 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is really nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Aquarius

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

8/10 Good

Linda, Center Valley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room although did have to report a hole in my wall so I wasn't charged for it,staff helpful and very friendly,quick check in and out loved the cafe although should have had more choices of alcoholic beverages food was good and reasonable priced
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking was tight for trucks. The sliding door needed some work. The balcony was only standing, no room for a chair. Beautiful creek running along the back had a little patio area with rocking chairs. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in people were very nice. Told us to be sure and lock our cars not put any food in because of the bears true to the word we saw one in the parking lot. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a great place to stay. Nice rooms, great staff and nice pool. The only downside about this place is the lower level parking area gets really tight and congested but other than that, this is a great place to stay at.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Roxanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The bed didn't not have a box spring just slats and then the mattress. The grab bar in the shower was broken off and the towel bar was only held by paint. The mirror above the bed was ready to fall down. We had breakfast at the cafe and it cost us 37 dollars for 1 piece of French toast and 2 sausage patties that were about the size of a quarter. When we checked out my husband let the young man at the desk know these problems and he could have cared less didn't even respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eugenia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
They don't have pet areas,but I prefer not having pets around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice quiet room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night. Room, service, amenities were as exeptected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was comfortable and clean. The only downside was the jacuzzi tub jets didn’t work and the jacuzzi was the main reason I got this room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CORINNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bath tubs look dirty but it’s stained material
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rucela

Great location and the room is nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Candice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi, staff was friendly. Good room for the price and convenience to downtown Gatlinburg
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

We stayed for 2 nights, and chose this location due to the reviews (higher than I would give), and price (very affordable). The property has creekside views, but that is looking down from your balcony, and just on the otherside of the creek is the parking lot for another hotel?! While the rooms were generally cleaned, there were areas that were not cleaned well enough such as the floor under the sink counter in the bathroom did not seemed like it had been swept/mopped in a while. There were water ring (wine) stains on the bathroom counter. The hotel is showing it's age in older doors, and hardware that don't quite fit, or work the way it should. The door to the balcony had a problem with the lock that it was not working smoothly, and we were not able to get it unlocked the 2nd night there, so the balcony was unusable (we could have contacted the front desk but didn't want to be disturbed by maintenance, so we are not sure how that would have been handled?). The pool area was clean with the exception of the standing cigarette disposal containers that were completely full to overflowing onto the ground, these obviously have not been emptied for a lo-o-o-ng time as there were not that many people around, and very few using the pool? I would not stay again unless it was my only option.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Destiny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
M
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelly

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

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The property was a little run down and the indoor pool and jacuzzi was nasty
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Gatlinburg Getaway!

Love the location, pool, and hot tub! Great staff! Wonderful prices! Loved the balcony and creek view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025