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Bear Inn Retreat

2.0 star property

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Exterior
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a welcome sign, a patterned rug, and a small table with a chair.
A row of wooden cabins with green roofs, a gravel path leading through the property, and lush greenery in the background.
Classic Room
A marina with docked boats, a covered boat ramp, and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

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2250 Billy Nance Hwy, Clifton, TN, 38425
  • Place, Eddie Kelley Recreation Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ross Creek Landing Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Shiloh National Military Park
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, and a small kitchenette.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Room

Traditional Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, and a sign on the wall.

Classic Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabin, Multiple Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a brown leather sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Cabin, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Clifton

At Bear Inn Retreat you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Eddie Kelley Recreation Park and within 30 minutes of Clifton City Park. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This guest house offers charcoal grills and a picnic area. .With a stay at this Clifton guest house, you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from T. S. Stribling Museum and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Tennessee River.
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What's nearby

  • Eddie Kelley Recreation Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Central Correctional Facility - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Ross Creek Landing Golf Course - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Shiloh National Military Park - 44 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Natchez Trace State Park - 51 min drive - 73.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bear Inn Clifton Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Somking On The River Clifton Tn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pirate's Lair - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey's Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Bear Inn Retreat

Bear Inn Retreat offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Clifton guest house.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bear Inn Retreat offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation has kitchenettes with microwaves.

This Clifton guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
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, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bear Inn Retreat?

Yep, Bear Inn Retreat has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Inn Retreat?

As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Inn Retreat on 5 Aug 2026 start from AU$132, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bear Inn Retreat?

No, Bear Inn Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bear Inn Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bear Inn Retreat?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Bear Inn Retreat?

There is a golf course next to Bear Inn Retreat.

Bear Inn Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Bear Inn Retreat is pleasant and exceeds expectations…an especially charming property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time and staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anjela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, clean room, and beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was very clean and adirable. The staff was very friendly and helpful with after hours check in. We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team at the Bear Inn always provides everything I need when I stay there to make my nights away from home restful , which has become regularly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was exceptionally clean and the staff the one that we met was fantastic happened to be one of the owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for 1 night, but the room was clean, cozy and comfortable with everything we needed for a good night's sleep. The staff made contact with us before we arrived and left clear instructions for an easy check in. We will be staying again when we're in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awsome place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Each visit has been Awsome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Amenities
Comfy beds good clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in Clifton
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners Melissa and Scott were absolutely amazing!! Welcomed us in as if they had known us for years!! Bed and pillows is amazing!! We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Amenities
Cozy cabin, quite and perfect for my two days stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing!!! Felt like home, friendly and welcoming folks!!! Clean rooms, great towels, comfortable beds!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

A+ experience all the way around! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean, quiet room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Everyone and everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful area. Just the right size for our group
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful place we will stay again. Very feeling great service and close to the river. No cell service but the WiFi was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025