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Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with restaurant, near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served
Exterior
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Terrace/patio
Surrounded by the natural beauty of Anakeesta and SkyPark, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offers a modern retreat. Unwind on the outdoor entertainment area or savor flavors at the restaurant. With high-speed WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services available to guests.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Porter/bellhop

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $139
includes taxes & fees
$124 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28

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Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heirloom Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Heirloom Suite

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Majestic Glen with Fireplace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SkyPark - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson 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

When you stay at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Heirloom Room, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this Tudor hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers say good things about the walkable location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

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

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1935
  • Terrace
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Tudor architecture

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Heirloom Room - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 40 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Rocky Waters
Rocky Waters Gatlinburg
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Rocky Waters Hotel
Rocky Waters Motor Hotel Gatlinburg
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Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking.

Are there restaurants at or near Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Heirloom Room.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel like?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is located on the Gatlinburg Strip, a short 10-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 9 minutes' walk from Anakeesta. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Balcony
River
Breakfast
Location
Service staff
View
Water
Bed
Parking

What guests liked

  • The dining room and bar were wonderful with great food and service. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was wonderful, offering a great selection and a great start to the day. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Couple retreat

Great for a couple. Walking distance to everything. Awesome views
Brandon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful!
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing and great location...

AMAZING!!! Everything about this place was top notch... The cutest hotel room, and the balcony over the river was the GREATEST!!! Walking distance to everything was an added bonus! The check in process was great, and curbside!! We will be coming here again!!!
Tiffany, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay!!

So wonderful! The Inn is away from the main street, but still in the middle of everything. Amazingly quiet though. Beautiful river outside the door. Warm fireplace. Really a gem. Great staff. We felt pampered! Wonderful stay in the beautiful Smokeys!
Lori A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are cleanliness, staff very nice , it is a perfect place to relax
Shane, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fun place to stay right in the water.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Establishment

It was a great establishment and i will be back to stay at this establishment again !
michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the patio with river in eyesight, clean room, relaxing soaking tub, overall loved my stayed.
Araceli, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable

Great spot for couples to relax! Clean and comfortable. Within walking distance of downtown. We enjoyed our stay and the private balcony!
Jay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view awesome bed loved the balcony!
Crystal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect! Perfect location and very comfortable! Thank you! Excellent staff! Absolutely will stay again! I love the history behind this as well;) very Interesting.
Nicole, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Went the week before Thanksgiving would highly recommend to others
perez, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was welcoming and helpful. Very beautiful and cozy!
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A HIDDEN GEM

This place is a hidden gem! Don't stay here unless you want a quiet, cozy, romantic, and all around great experience! Very glad we chose the Rocky Waters inn for our romantic New Years getaway.
Kyle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very pretty area. Loved the view from the balcony
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would highly recommend
Morgan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very profesional and clean
Brayan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the property! Really enjoyed my stay. Room is exactly like the pictures.
Semerra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Booking one night and extended our stay because we loved it so much. Check in was fast and the rooms are so cozy, well decorated and the sound of the river running makes it a truly unique experience.
Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

PERFECT for couples

Loved it. Beautiful. Since close to town easy to walk around and even has a trolley pick up and drop off. Loved it.
Dana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect thank

Amazing . Definitely come backgc
YASIRA, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

12-25-24

Would love to stay in the summertime. It was a bit chilly (being Christmas) The Heirloom restaurant made up for it! Comfortable bed in small and clean room
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff - prompt service - quiet - clean - good value. Restaurant was excellent as well.
Kim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The view from balcony was amazing. I'm looking forward to visiting again soon.
ES, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room on the stream
Daniel, 1-night trip