Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
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King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg Space Needle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtside - Pet Friendly)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Riverside hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Gatlinburg Space Needle
This hotel features 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, Access to hot tub and a microwave in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include Access to hot tub and a children's pool.

Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sidney James Mountain Lodge's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and conference space
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Event space at this hotel measures 1600 square feet (149 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Sidney James Mountain Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gatlinburg hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Poolside Cafe – On-site café.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hydrotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 5.00 to 20.00 for adults and USD 5.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number yes

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 798 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1400 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Staff was amazing! Shout out to shawn the manger for helping us out!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cordell

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall staff was wonderful in every way, did everything they could to help my stay more enjoyable. However the rooms are very outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

ElMustapha

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled strongly of mold and felt old and musty. It needs better cleaning and ventilation. Not a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

prudhvi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont get fooled by photos. Its worst
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruslan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy parking setup, all the appliances you’ll need
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pet friendly. Pool clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very simple but clean & warm. It was within walking distance of shops, restaurants, & attractions. Staff were great, very courteous, friendly, & helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was reasonably clean, as others said it is dated but clean. Great value for the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being by the creek. Wish there was a microwave and chairs on the balcony. Was told we would have chairs but didn’t have any. I would recommend you again but different room for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy, Chesapeake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. Everyone was really nice. Fireplace was nice and easy to operate
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, great hospitality, pet friendly, awesome pools and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Room and bed was clean. They need to fix the waterfall that goes into the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cliff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

W Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, a little dated could use some modernization. Overall outstanding staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tennes

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous will definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice location. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaimara

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, pretty close to all the attraction
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025