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Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg (0.1 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

Located in Gatlinburg, Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg offers amenities including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center.

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9.4
Wonderful
2,494 reviews
Price from
$159
per night

Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

Gatlinburg (0.3 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

Located in Gatlinburg, within a 7-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.6 miles of Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Marshall's Creek Rest Motel has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor...

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9.1
Wonderful
972 reviews
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$99
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Stylin In The Smokies by Distinctive Getaways

Gatlinburg (0.3 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

Stylin In The Smokies by Distinctive Getaways is located in Gatlinburg, just a 6-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.5 miles from Dolly Parton’s Stampede.

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9.4
Wonderful
58 reviews
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$182
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Greystone Lodge on the River

Gatlinburg (0.1 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

Located in Gatlinburg, a 3-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Greystone Lodge on the River has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness...

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8.8
Excellent
7,549 reviews
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$155
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Baskins Creek Condos

Gatlinburg (0.3 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

This Gatlinburg Baskins Creek Condos by Wyndham Vacation Rentals apartment is a 9-minute walk from Gatlinburg city center. Features include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and free Wi-Fi.

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Wonderful
298 reviews
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$237
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Gatlinburg Inn

Hotel in Gatlinburg (0.3 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies)

Featuring 2-star accommodations, Gatlinburg Inn is located in Gatlinburg, a 7-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.6 miles from Dolly Parton’s Stampede.

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8.7
Excellent
2,641 reviews
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$169
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Top 10 trending hotels near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Discover our most popular hotels from the last 30 days

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  • Twin Mountain Inn & Suites
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,734 reviews

    Located at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and located 984 feet from Dolly Parton's Stampede in Pigeon Forge, Twin Mountain Inn & Suites features a seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi access and...

    . Everything is great, from room to facility and employees

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Pigeon Forge South, TN
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,033 reviews

    This hotel is located in Pigeon Forge, just a 7-minute drive away from Dollywood. Free WiFi and complimentary to-go breakfast are available.

    Very nice and clean and liked the handicapped room.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 276 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, this Courtyard by Marriott features an on-site restaurant and free WiFi.

    Staff was friendly and the atmosphere was amazing.

  • Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail, Tn
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 705 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg and with Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies reachable within a 18-minute walk, Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail, Tn has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness...

    breakfast was very good, room was nice, and very clean.

  • Hampton Inn Gatlinburg
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 313 reviews

    Only seconds from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and nestled along a scenic mountain stream, this hotel offers comfortable accommodations in a convenient and ideal location.

    Everything! The view from the balcony was amazing!

  • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,842 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg, this hotel offers free WiFi, an indoor pool, and a daily grab and go breakfast. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just 1804 feet from the property.

    clean room nice breakfast options great location

  • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,730 reviews

    Offering accommodations in Downtown Gatlinburg, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg offers accommodations in Gatlinburg. Gatlinburg Space Needle is a 2 minutes' walk away.

    The breakfast was weak, mainly prepackaged muffins

  • Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,416 reviews

    Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg is one of Gatlinburg's premier mountain resorts and is in the heart of the city.

    Very comfortable room. Good location. Comfortable beds.

Budget hotels near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

  • Bear Mount Inn & Suites
    4.8
    Scored 4.8
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 1,949 reviews

    Located 3 mi from Dollywood theme park, this Pigeon Forge hotel offers pet-friendly rooms with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Splash Country is 4.6 mi away.

    I wouldn't mind staying there again if needed.

  • Days Inn By Wyndham Pigeon Forge South
    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 5,123 reviews

    Days Inn by Wyndham Pigeon Forge Parkway hotel offers classically furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi and a cable TV. It features an outdoor pool and is just 2.8 miles from Dollywood Theme Park.

    The bed was comfortable and I liked the stay overall

  • The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,639 reviews

    Located in Pigeon Forge, a 17-minute walk from Dolly Parton’s Stampede, The Lodge at Camp Margaritaville provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge...

    It was absolutely beautiful, clean and had so much.

  • Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg, a 19-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private...

    It was nice to have breakfast available without any hassle.

  • Gatlinburg Mountain Inn
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,570 reviews

    Gatlinburg Mountain Inn is located in Gatlinburg, a 12-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.5 miles from Dolly Parton’s Stampede.

    Staff is great and the value for your money is awesome.

  • Edgewater Hotel and Conference Center
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,292 reviews

    This Gatlinburg, Tennessee hotel offers a half-outdoor, half-indoor pool as well as free WiFi access and breakfast. The Great Smoky Mountains are 0.9 mi away from the property.

    Great location, immaculate room, and superb staff.

  • Gatlinburg Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,644 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodations, Gatlinburg Inn is located in Gatlinburg, a 7-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 6.6 miles from Dolly Parton’s Stampede.

    Room was cozy. I like that it’s kept as original as possible.

  • Creekstone Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,863 reviews

    Overlooking the Little Pigeon River, this Pigeon Forge hotel offers rooms with free WiFi and balcony. Features include an outdoor pool and breakfast.

    Very clean rooms and quiet space so we were able to relax

Hotels with great access to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies!

  • Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Gatlinburg, a 14-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a...

  • Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown, an IHG Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 943 reviews

    Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown is nestled in the foothills of the The Great Smoky Mountains. Free WiFi and parking are offered on site.

    The room was clean, the breakfast was good as allways

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 840 reviews

    Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center, Fairfield Inn & Suites Gatlinburg Downtown is set in Gatlinburg and is a 10-minute walk from Bill Gladwell, The Mentalist.

    I liked all , the people who work there are very nice

  • Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 521 reviews

    This Gatlinburg hotel is located less than 100 yards (299 feet) from the entrance of The Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The hotel offers guest rooms with 32-inch flat-screen TVs.

    Close everything ,employees so nice and very clean .

  • Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,317 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg, a 14-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    The running creek beside our room was so relaxing!

  • The Park Vista - A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,539 reviews

    Located right outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this hotel is located in Gatlinburg and features a multi-level indoor pool and a full-service convention center.

    The pool was amazing and the beds were so comfortable

  • MainStay Suites Gatlinburg Downtown Area
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 66 reviews

    Located in Gatlinburg, 1.4 miles from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, MainStay Suites Gatlinburg Downtown Area provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking and a shared lounge...

    Ubicación, limpio. Es un hotel relativamente nuevo.

  • River Edge Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,326 reviews

    This hotel is located in Gatlinburg city center, it is less than 5 minutes' walk from Ober Gatlinburg ski resort and 10 minutes' walk from the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

    Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Location was good.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Step through the door of Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, and you’ll be instantly transported from a charming mountain town to an underwater haven. This aquarium is a maze of deep blue tanks, each one filled with weird and wonderful creatures from afar. Check out the Penguin Playhouse for fun times with cheeky birds!

Planning a trip to see the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies? Check out the latest reviews and scores

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great aquarium, it's what you expect in any aquarium except...

    Great aquarium, it's what you expect in any aquarium except they didn't have a dolphin show or anything like that. It was quick but plenty to see, a lot of sharks and stingrays, well worth the $40 a person.
    Macola
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A bit pricy for a family, but depending how old your...

    A bit pricy for a family, but depending how old your children are, one can take at least half a day to enjoy and learn from a beautiful wealth of nature experiences to see and even feel (like with the ray pond). It is a fun and memorable experience.
    The Flying Dutchman
    Netherlands
  • 10
    Scored 10

    There are so many different variety of fish, sharks, and...

    There are so many different variety of fish, sharks, and other creatures from the oceans. I especially enjoyed the penguins they were so adorable and there are lots for kids to do inside. They even have shows for them also. A must see.
    Susan
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Absolutely the best aquarium I have ever visited, and that's...

    Absolutely the best aquarium I have ever visited, and that's been several. The giant walled aquarium with the seating area is a place I could spend hours, watching the fish and listening to the soothing music. Well designed play areas the funnel the children to only one exit point. The color changing cuttle fish are unbelievable. And you don't want to miss the penguine parade. Ask about the times.
    A
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