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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
218 Ski Mountain Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • SkyPark
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gatlinburg

At SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Gatlinburg Space Needle and SkyPark. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LED TVs. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Free buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Downtown Gatlinburg hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SkyPark - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min walk

About this property

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gatlinburg hotel.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. 44-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 44-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

Yep, SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$103.67, 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.

Does SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg have a pool?

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests highly rate the free buffet breakfast here! Served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

No, SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

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

Are pets allowed at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg?

No, pets are not allowed.

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1005 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebone

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean and very decent and up to date for the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

I’ve had better

The only big positive for this stay was the size of the room. It was huge and we had three kids with us. The pool was closed despite almost all the other hotels having theirs open. Breakfast was not the best and almost every bagel was hard as a rock. We had 5 people in a room so we had to keep asking for towels and we were lucky if they had some. The staff however tried their hardest to help out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rate! Great room! Great view! Location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willis

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious place, close to many activities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the balcony with the river running right below. So peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Shivaraj

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible check-in experience!

We had booked this hotel for 1 night stay. We reached the hotel around 9:30 PM and there was nobody at the front desk. We waited for almost 30 minutes and then front desk person showed up. He said that they have been overbooked and that there were no rooms. He asked us to wait another 30 minutes while he got a room ready. Finally, around 11 PM, we had a room. The check in experience was frustrating as we had 2 small kids with us, and they were super irritable as it was beyond their bedtime. We waited almost 1.5 hours to have a room. The room was okay. It had a balcony with river view. Breakfast was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Liked breakfast even though same thing everyday and too much salt in the eggs Staff friendly Room had a wet dog or dirty carpet smell Bed comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay for the price

We’ve stayed at many different places in Gatlinburg over the years and this is right in the middle regarding quality/cleanliness/overall experience. It’s not the newest or the cleanest, but it’s a lot better than most hotels in this price range in Gatlinburg.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

lori

Nice big room river view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a real nice king suite. However second night commode wouldn’t flush correctly. Called front desk was told to come get a plunger. After 15 minutes of hubby trying to clear, called again and someone came up to check it out. Had to move to a room (not a suite) with 2 queen beds and small bathroom and shared balcony not private. Disappointed in lack of service to help us at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here the staff was very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025