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Best Western Cades Cove Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Townsend

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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7824 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN, 37882
  • Place, Townsend Visitor Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dark Island Swinging Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible - 1 King, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 queen beds, nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessibility - 1 King, Roll-in Shower, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Whirlpool, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite-1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Townsend

In Townsend .Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and a 5-minute walk from Townsend Visitor Center. Dark Island Swinging Bridge and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Townsend Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dark Island Swinging Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peaceful Side Social - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Artistic Bean - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Townsend Abbey - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Apple Valley Cafe Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Elvira's Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

Hotel near Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Townsend
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Cades Cove Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Townsend hotel is smoke free.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Cades Cove Inn offers 54 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Townsend hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen 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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Cades Cove
Best Western Cades Cove Inn
Best Western Cades Cove Inn Townsend
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Cades Cove Inn
Best Cades Cove Townsend
Best Western Cades Cove Inn Hotel
Best Western Cades Cove Inn Townsend
Best Western Cades Cove Inn Hotel Townsend

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Cades Cove Inn to the airport?

Best Western Cades Cove Inn is 21.3 mi (32-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 Best Western Cades Cove Inn?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Cades Cove Inn on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $151, 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 Best Western Cades Cove Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Cades Cove Inn.

Does Best Western Cades Cove Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Cades Cove Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Cades Cove Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Cades Cove Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Cades Cove Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Cades Cove Inn have a pool?

Best Western Cades Cove Inn does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Cades Cove Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Cades Cove Inn to downtown Townsend?

Best Western Cades Cove Inn is 0.5 mi away from Townsend.

Best Western Cades Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timmy

Travelled with partner
Room was clean very quite and breakfast was really good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is clean but is a older hotel and a little dated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Traci

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staf was very friendly. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Cecil

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in process took more than 20 minutes. Room was clean but very old. Shower would not drain properly, so i had to shower in 3" of standing water.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was friendly and very helpful check in and out easy. Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gary

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything at this hotel was welcoming and inviting. My family and I enjoyed our stay. Our favorite part was the delicious breakfast buffet. They room were comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable at a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable beds. Well maintained parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh Reddy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast. Comfortable bed. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was ok. We made our waffles. Could use maybe some bagels and donuts.etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025