River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

3.5 star property
Resort with free breakfast, a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Reception
Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View
Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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240 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • SkyPark
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Pet friendly
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Loft, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 56 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Gatlinburg

At River Terrace Resort & Convention Center you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Highlights at this resort include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly resort offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a conference centre and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Gatlinburg resort include SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle.

What's nearby

  • SkyPark - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Anakeesta - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Resort with free breakfast, a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg resort is smoke free.

  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a hydromassage showerhead. This Gatlinburg resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Resort
River Terrace Resort
River Terrace Resort Gatlinburg
River Terrace Resort Hotel
River Terrace Resort Hotel Gatlinburg
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River Terrace Resort And Convention Center
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center on 11 Sept 2025 start from AU$157.41, 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 parking available at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

Yep, River Terrace Resort & Convention Center has a free self car park.

Does River Terrace Resort & Convention Center have a pool?

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center has an outdoor pool.

Does River Terrace Resort & Convention Center serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary on-the-go brekkie is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

No, River Terrace Resort & Convention Center does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They stay was great but I don’t like when I pay in full and when I check in they want a $50 reservation deposit??!! So on my budgeted vacation I was out $50 on my trip because of this…. Second time this happened to me paying in full with this app
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

will

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of River Terrace is really good! It saves on paying for parking because it's only a block over from the Parkway. The "resort" itself is a little outdated. But....for the deal that I got, I could see past that. Now...the door that leads to the adjoining room had no way of locking to prevent the "neighbor" from coming into my room. Not sure if the neighbor's door was permanently locked or not. If the neighbor door was not permanently locked, they had very easy access to your belongings!!! I would stay at River Terrace again but possibly request a different building.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lon

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

corina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These rooms were not worth what we paid for them. One stunk so bad from the carpet and the other had mold, was dirty, and the mini fridge was warm. We also expected to be water front and were not.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

jessica, Duncan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and polite, they go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. I wasn’t happy with the breakfast choice, not much to choose from, best is to go eat breakfast else where. Over all, it was a good stay for only a couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Antoinette

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
All of the staff was very friendly and helpful! I enjoyed my stay . The breakfast was grab and go ( muffins, danishes) , orange juice and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only problem we had was a slow draining bathtub.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Loree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
River Terrace is an older property, but the room was clean and the bed was comfy. There was not enough lighting in the room. We had to ask for clean towels and coffee packets each day. It is, though, very convenient to all of downtown Gatlinburg.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was good. You have to walk up a steep hill if you walk to the strip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location near Anakesta
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Please need some renovations smelled like mold
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kameron

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are clean. Has balcony with 2 chairs, ours was view of parking lot but nice to get outside. Close to most of what we wanted to day. Everyone was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were awesome. Property is a bit dated, (i.e. carpet needed to be replaced, things not working) but many are in Gatlinburg. The problem for us was that the wifi was not working. This was a big deal as my wife works remotely. It looks like it is another hotel that has been bought by an investment company and is being bled. The saving grace was the staff even though they were a bit overloaded. For instance one person at check in during peak time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was older but spacious and clean. /Location was great to downtown and quiet Enjoyed our stay/
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Very convenient to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Breann

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Normand

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are old and outdated. The location was spot on! Beautiful grounds. Will definitely use them again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025