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Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free toiletries, towels

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Explore the area

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242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Gatlinburg

At Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Gatlinburg hotel include Gatlinburg SkyPark and Gatlinburg Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg. Self parking is free.

This Gatlinburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

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

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in 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
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
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, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

Yep, Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg on 21 June 2026 start from AU$105, 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 Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary on-the-go breakfast is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

No, Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

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

Are pets allowed at Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg?

No, pets are not allowed.

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 798 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1520 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

awilda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk--EXCELLENT SERVICE DANIELLE VERY FRIENDLY Room--NICE AND CLEAN Location--EXCELLENT
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, great room that was recently upgraded. Amazing location within walking distance of downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was so helpful and kind. Also the location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for a few hours to get some rest before heading back to NJ. Check-in staff was quick, welcoming and friendly. The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Had a great stay and will stay here again next visit. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, great location. Was my second time there and would stay again next time in Gatlinburg. For the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here numerous times. I am a business owner in the area. They seem to be gone under a renovation which has done the buildings well. Beds are comfortable. Location is perfect. Hotel is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Felice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was friendly the location was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and staff friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

CULLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, location, room was great. Construction going on so it was loud. Will stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to be able to walk to every thing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, as always, staff was nice and easy access to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All of the above, we have coming to this location for 4 yrs. now and have always experienced exceptional service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, staff was quick and efficient during check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Torres air

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was good, but the hotel couldn't offer breakfast because they don't have it; they only offered coffee and juice with a horrible pre-packaged cake mix.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KARTHIK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room suitable for families
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Tejal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and get to see black bears on property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good staff, great location near attractions, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes the rooms was clean and the staff where kind
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious, the staff was helpful and friendly. I would stay here again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac was good, no breakfast, surrounding area was shopping accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luis E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to everything Gatlinburg....Can walk to Aquarium in 2-3 minutes...😊💗Nice Balcony in room 💗Breakfast is Coffee or Tea or Hot Chocolate or Juice and Muffins and it is in the office No place to sit and eat ...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026