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Sleepy Bear Motel

Property class: 2
Motel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg

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A motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a road with vehicles.
Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden panel wall, a television, and a wardrobe.
A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sign for a pancake restaurant in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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820 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Traffic Light #2A
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Traffic Light #2B
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Gatlinburg

In Gatlinburg .You'll find Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Moonshine Mountain Coaster and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Traffic Light #2A - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Traffic Light #1A - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Traffic Light #2B - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ripley's Mountain Coaster - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sleepy Bear Motel

Motel near Anakeesta in Gatlinburg
Free breakfast is served on weekends. Sleepy Bear Motel also features a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Gatlinburg motel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Sleepy Bear Motel offers 55 accommodations. Televisions come with cable channels. This Gatlinburg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available on weekends 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 6 2026 to January 1 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 credit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sleepy Bear Motel to the airport?

Sleepy Bear Motel is 45.1 mi (69-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sleepy Bear Motel.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Sleepy Bear Motel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sleepy Bear Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sleepy Bear Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Sleepy Bear Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a pool?

Sleepy Bear Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sleepy Bear Motel to downtown Gatlinburg?

Sleepy Bear Motel is 1.3 mi away from Gatlinburg.

Sleepy Bear Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 475 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was top notch and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both the owner and Mike were super helpful. The motel is walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff & clean rooms! Easy access to downtown. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The cook to order breakfast was a very nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It had everything we were looking for to be comfortable for three nights!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were super friendly and helpful, the rooms were clean and comfortable. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place has a great staff with a family feel. Breakfast is made to order and very delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a nice stay here. Clean and neat rooms. We had a delicious breakfast each morning and the staff was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean on arrival. The bed were very comfortable. Very friendly staff. Pool was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a very enjoyable stay at the Sleepy Bear. The rooms were very clean, we loved sitting on the balcony in the morning, watching the brook and sipping on our coffee. The staff was super friendly and I would highly recommend this motel and if we are in Gatlinburg again, we will stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff. Super clean rooms, comfortable beds and Tony makes the best made to order breakfast on the weekends! We will for sure be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the southern hospitality and everything was as advertised. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was very clean and the rooms were amazing, the staff was also very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location and amazing breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The bed was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place by the River
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The weekend breakfast was excellent. Everything was good except for the water temperature fluctuations while using the shower.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and very nice people there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were very clean, beds were comfy and staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend others to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Corn room good stalk helpful good balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nicely renovated motel with updated rooms, beds, and bathrooms. Motel offers cook to order breakfast on weekends with stay, which is a very nice addition. Far enough away from the main drag for quiet, but walking distance with public shuttle stops nearby. I would stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean rooms. It’s a no frills type of stay but I was cool with that. Weekends have the yummy breakfast across street is The Best doughnuts. Catch trolly into Gatlinburg Also. Great restaurant just a couple minutes from hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and affordable- covers all basics
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place recently remodeled peacefull and the breakfast is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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