Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Property video
Breakfast and dinner served
Heirloom Suite
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • SkyPark
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Room options

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Heirloom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen with Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gatlinburg

At Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Highlights at this Tudor hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Heirloom Room, is open for breakfast and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Gatlinburg hotel include SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle.

What's nearby

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anakeesta - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • SkyPark - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Adults-only hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel also features a terrace, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel was completed in May 2024.

This 4-star Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1935
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Heirloom Room

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1935
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older 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:

  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel on 24 Aug 2025 start from AU$259.52, 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 Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yep, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

What makes Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel.

Is Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel family-friendly?

No, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is an adults-only property.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

No, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 251 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in person met us at our car and then took us to our room. He had wine delivered and they also brought ice. Very nice and helpful. Loved the balcony over the river. We sat outside for several hours just enjoying the water. So relaxing. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was lovely next to the river. Walk to everything in Gatlinburg. Will be staying again on my next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place very peaceful!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

An amazing hotel, with amazing views.

My stay was only overnight, but it couldn’t have been any more perfect. From the helpful and kind innkeeper to the large shower and king size comfortable bed, the evening could have been any better. My advice, make reservations for the connecting restaurant. Dinner and drinks with a minutes walk is what I’m now expecting from all my vacation lodging. Thank you for helping me make my partners birthday special. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with this little gem. A bit unconventional but the check in was very easy. They met us in the driveway and gave us all the information we needed. Being by the water is so relaxing. It’s situated a block from where the main section of Gatlinburg so it’s quiet but within walking distance of the busy, commercialized town. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasantly surprised. The rooms were super private with unobstructed views of the river. The room was very clean, the soaps and shampoo and conditioner were high quality. Robes and slippers were provided as well as coffee. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. I even got to see a black bear directly across the river from my room, taking a drink in the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property. Our room 112 was right at the rocky rapids. Loved the sound and watching it from the lovely balcony. The dining room and bar are wonderful. Food was great as was the service. Ask for a table at the window to enjoy the small river. Loved everything about Rocky Waters. Great location, beautiful room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abner, Miami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful, great detail on the hotel, nicely clean. River was a added bonus of peace
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

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

Couple retreat

Great for a couple. Walking distance to everything. Awesome views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beautiful rushing waters
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, LAWRENCEBURG

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Loved the atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience right in the heart of Gatlinburg! Very friendly staff, clean, and good service! My only complaints is that the parking is tight (expected considering the area) and our shower drain was a bit clogged.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every room has a balcony with rocking chairs overlooking the rushing stream. Room and bathroom recently remodeled. Very attractive, nice quality fittings. House robes and slippers are a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. We have stayed at dozens of hotels and it says it all when my wife takes pictures of our room to send to friends,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gil, Piperton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly/helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and easy check in. Staff was extremely professional and helpful with everything. The Heirloom Room was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

pasquale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location . River running outside our room . Beautiful ambiance. 5 star for sure all round clean and quaint . Spacious for the 2 of us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025