Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages

2.5 star property
Hotel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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421 W Laurel Rd, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Historic Ogle Log Cabin
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite

  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

  • 33 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Cottage

  • Water view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Studio Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Honeymoon Cabin

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Studio

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Gatlinburg

In Gatlinburg .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Historic Ogle Log Cabin - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anakeesta - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages

Hotel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg
As a guest of Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages to the airport?

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages is 44.3 mi (69-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 Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $95, 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 Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages.

Does Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages offer free breakfast?

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages have a pool?

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages to downtown Gatlinburg?

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages is 0.7 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Carr's Northside Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 286 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love this place been staying there for over 30 yrs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was amazing and very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was beautiful, the staff was nice, and the room was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed this vintage motel!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property and rooms, very peaceful place to stay and staff is very friendly and helpful.
15 & 16
View from balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Like most properties is Gatlinburg the place is outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Macey Jo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were older, very clean and quiet except for the crowing roosters @6 am, across the way,lol
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Nice and quiet. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, very friendly staff which I learned they are family owend and live on site. Would definitely book again and I will be telling all of my friends as well about Carr's
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean the facilities were very nice and the bear we encountered was adorable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

J.Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious room, clean. The deck view was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, room was very clean and good size
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice upstairs cabin with creek view away from the hustle and busy area but still close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely my favorite place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable we enjoyed staying there the balcony overlooks a small stream and we walked down to it and they had chairs and tables set up with fire pit and grill we will stay there again next year
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, quiet, nice view great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed in a four plex. It was older but clean, and all we needed for one night. Loved having a creek outside to enjoy. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet- Clean- Each room has a nice balcony to enjoy a mountain stream and trees with fire pits to sit around and see some bears. Good parking and reasonably priced
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Remodel of cabin looked like a kid done it
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs serious updates. Clean but rundown. Sitting on the creek with a fire was a highlight. Price was reasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023