The Best Newly Opened Hotels in Great Smoky Mountains
We have created a list with the best newly opened hotels in Great Smoky Mountains, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Jens Bengtsson. Updated February 2024.
Newly opened, July 2023. Amazing guest reviews. Home2 Suites By Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport is set in Alcoa, within 21 km of University of Tennessee and 21 km of Frank H McClung Museum. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. University of Tennessee Neyland Stadium is 21 km away and Knoxville Convention Center is 22 km from the hotel. All guest rooms will provide guests with a toaster. East Tennessee History Center is 22 km from the hotel, while Market Square is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 1 km from Home2 Suites By Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport.Show full description
Newly opened, July 2023. Snowbird Mountain Lodge features free bikes, garden, a terrace and bar in Robbinsville. With a tennis court, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Every room has a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with mountain views. At Snowbird Mountain Lodge each room comes with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests at Snowbird Mountain Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Robbinsville, like hiking, fishing and canoeing. Free private parking and a business centre are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 96 km from the hotel.Show full description
Opened December 2022. Amazing guest reviews. Located in Whittier, 14 km from Harrah's Casino, Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains offers certain rooms with mountain views, and each room has a coffee machine. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests at Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains will be able to enjoy activities in and around Whittier, like hiking. Museum of the Cherokee Indian is 16 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 96 km from Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains.Show full description
Opened March 2022. Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Set in Pigeon Forge, 2.8 km from Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Residence Inn by Marriott Pigeon Forge offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. The property is around 2.9 km from The Grand Majestic Theater, 3.2 km from Country Tonite Theatre and 6.9 km from Dollywood. The hotel features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At Residence Inn by Marriott Pigeon Forge every room includes air conditioning and a private bathroom. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is 13 km from the accommodation, while Ijams Nature Center is 47 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 57 km from Residence Inn by Marriott Pigeon Forge.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most BEAUTIFUL newly opened hotel in Great Smoky Mountains. It also has a great location!
Opened December 2021. Lively. Friendly staff. Located in Pigeon Forge, 1.5 km from Dolly Parton’s Stampede, The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are an ATM and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property features a hot tub, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville each room comes with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. At The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. The hotel offers a children's playground. You can play darts at The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville. The Grand Majestic Theater is 6.4 km from the accommodation, while Country Tonite Theatre is 6.7 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 60 km from The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville.Show full description
A new, beach-themed resort located close to Gatlinburg with AMAZING outdoor facilities. There is an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, arcade, and a large playground. It might be the best choice for a relaxing stay!
Opened June 2021. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Situated in Maggie Valley, within 30 km of Harrah's Casino and 33 km of Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Cozy Creek Cottages features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a children's playground. The hotel has family rooms. The rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms are fitted with a coffee machine, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast river views. At Cozy Creek Cottages the rooms come with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a barbecue. Guests at Cozy Creek Cottages will be able to enjoy activities in and around Maggie Valley, like hiking, skiing and fishing. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 60 km from the hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most relaxing and romantic newly opened hotel in Great Smoky Mountains.
Opened February 2021. Elegant. Great value. Located within 22 km of Knoxville Convention Center and 22 km of East Tennessee History Center, Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Knoxville Airport Alcoa provides rooms in Alcoa. The property is around 21 km from University of Tennessee, 21 km from Frank H McClung Museum and 21 km from University of Tennessee Neyland Stadium. Knoxville Zoological Gardens is 28 km from the hotel. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. All units include bed linen. Market Square is 23 km from Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Knoxville Airport Alcoa, while Ijams Nature Center is 27 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened November 2020. Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Set in Gatlinburg, 1.2 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The hotel features mountain views, a children's playground and a 24-hour front desk. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bath and free toiletries, all guest rooms at Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages. Dolly Parton’s Stampede is 11 km from the hotel, while The Grand Majestic Theater is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 69 km from Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages.Show full description
Opened May 2020. Great location. Situated in Pigeon Forge, 2.5 km from The Grand Majestic Theater, Holiday Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge Convention Center, an IHG Hotel features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and an ATM for guests. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with free toiletries, the rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms are fitted with a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. Guests at Holiday Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge Convention Center, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. There is an in-house snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Country Tonite Theatre is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Dolly Parton’s Stampede is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 57 km from Holiday Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge Convention Center, an IHG Hotel.Show full description
A nicely done, conveniently located hotel near restaurants and attractions. This hotel has an indoor pool and workout area, and the second floor has a sitting area with a tv and an indoor fireplace pool. SO COZY!
Opened February 2020. Boutique hotel. Charming. Located in Maggie Valley, 28 km from Harrah's Casino, Veda Inn & Cottages provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 31 km from Museum of the Cherokee Indian. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 61 km from the hotel.Show full description
Opened January 2020. Boutique hotel. Historic property. Central Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection is situated in Sevierville, 6.6 km from The Grand Majestic Theater and 6.6 km from Country Tonite Theatre. Each accommodation at the 2-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace. Private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the hotel rooms include a private bathroom and bed linen. Dolly Parton’s Stampede is 11 km from Central Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, while Dollywood is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 48 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC AND STYLISH small hotels in Great Smoky Mountains. It also has very cosy rooms and a popular rooftop bar.
Opened November 2019. Boutique hotel. Charming. Route 19 Inn provides air-conditioned accommodation in Maggie Valley. The accommodation offers a ski pass sales point and ski storage space, as well as a garden and barbecue facilities. There is an outdoor pool and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The units will provide guests with a microwave. Route 19 Inn offers a children's playground. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Maggie Valley, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Cherokee is approximately 16 km from Route 19 Inn, while Bryson City is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 65 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is likely one of the most charming, cool and cosy small hotels in Great Smoky Mountains! So NICE!
Opened August 2019. Historic. Cosy rooms. Located in Pigeon Forge, within 1.1 km of Dolly Parton’s Stampede and 4 km of The Grand Majestic Theater, Riverside Tower provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to an indoor pool. The hotel features family rooms. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer river views. At the hotel rooms include bed linen and towels. Riverside Tower can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Country Tonite Theatre is 4.4 km from the accommodation, while Dollywood is 6 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 58 km from Riverside Tower.Show full description
Opened March 2019. Good breakfast. Popular among business travellers. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge is set in Pigeon Forge, within 400 metres of The Grand Majestic Theater and less than 1 km of Country Tonite Theatre. Featuring a fitness centre, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre for guests. At the hotel, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge every room includes bed linen and towels. Dolly Parton’s Stampede is 5.1 km from the accommodation, while Dollywood is 9 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 55 km from Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge.Show full description
Beautiful, comfortable, very clean property. Modern rooms with spacious bath space. Convenient location, close to restaurants and shopping.
Opened May 2018. Great views. Popular among families. Located in Pigeon Forge, 3.2 km from Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Sunrise Ridge Resort provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property comes with an outdoor pool and is set 4.1 km from The Grand Majestic Theater. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain units at Sunrise Ridge Resort also provide guests with a mountain view. The accommodation offers a barbecue. You can play table tennis at Sunrise Ridge Resort. A business centre and a gym are available at the property as well as free private parking. Country Tonite Theatre is 4.5 km from the hotel, while Dollywood is 5.4 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 58 km from Sunrise Ridge Resort.Show full description
Opened May 2018. Unique. Friendly staff. Located in Pigeon Forge, 2.3 km from The Grand Majestic Theater, Tru By Hilton Pigeon Forge provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 2.6 km from Country Tonite Theatre, 3.3 km from Dolly Parton’s Stampede and 7.4 km from Dollywood. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is 14 km from the hotel, while Ijams Nature Center is 46 km away. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 56 km from Tru By Hilton Pigeon Forge.Show full description
Opened March 2018. Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Situated in Gatlinburg, Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg offers amenities including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 300 metres from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, 700 metres from Gatlinburg Space Needle and a 1-minute walk from Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal. All rooms in the resort are equipped with a TV and a private bathroom that is fitted with either a bath or shower and complimentary toiletries. All units include a wardrobe. There is an on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of American dishes. Access to the indoor pool and business centre is provided to all guests of the accommodation. Staff at Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg are always available to provide information at the reception. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 45 km from Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg.Show full description
One of the most elegant and stylish resorts in Gatlinburg. It has a splash pad for kids, beautifully served breakfasts, and well-maintained rooms with luxurious bathrooms - making it an excellent choice for a family stay!
Opened August 2017. Elegant. Friendly staff. Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre, Fairfield Inn & Suites Gatlinburg Downtown is set in Gatlinburg and is a 10-minute walk from Bill Gladwell, The Mentalist. The property is close to several noted attractions, around 1 km from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and around 900 metres from Gatlinburg Space Needle. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Guest rooms at Fairfield Inn Downtown Gatlinburg have air conditioning and a desk. A continental breakfast is available daily at the property. The property has a hot tub. Gatlinburg Convention Center is a 10-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 45 km from the property.Show full description
Opened August 2017. Superb guest reviews. Situated in Pigeon Forge, 3.8 km from Dollywood, Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel provides an indoor pool, hot tub, evening entertainment and room service. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms have a safety deposit box, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony. The hotel offers a children's playground. Dolly Parton’s Stampede is 4.4 km from Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort, while The Grand Majestic Theater is 7.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 56 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened August 2017. Located in Robbinsville, Rivers Edge Treehouses provides 2-star accommodation with private balconies. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The hotel offers certain rooms with river views, and each room is fitted with a kettle. The units include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, 96 km from Rivers Edge Treehouses.Show full description
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