The Best Hotels Closest to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum in Gatlinburg for 2026

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A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

A bar area with a 'License to Chill' sign, multiple TVs, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and a round table.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a tropical mural.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Dale

NT$6,319

NT$7,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

A modern bar area with bar stools, a long counter, and a television screen. There are seating areas with tables and chairs, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Regina

NT$7,786

NT$8,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Fabiola

NT$6,581

NT$8,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A lodge with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a conference center.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, a television, and a dining area with a chair and table.

4. The Gillette

0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

richard f

NT$4,573

NT$5,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a river and a bridge.

A cozy hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A rustic lodge interior with wooden floors, stone walls, and a central fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged around the room, and there are framed pictures on the walls.

5. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Bingxin

NT$6,210

NT$7,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a road with vehicles.

Outdoor picnic tables arranged in rows with a building in the background.

A reception desk with a map, framed artwork, and a security camera.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden panel wall, a television, and a wardrobe.

6. Sleepy Bear Motel

2.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jessica

NT$2,447

NT$2,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A lodge with a stone facade, multiple roof styles, and a covered entrance.

A swimming pool area with a water slide and a building in the background.

7. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Mark

NT$5,480

NT$6,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.

Two stacked front-loading washers in a corner with a wall-mounted sign indicating cycle times.

A rustic-themed store with wooden shelves displaying snacks, beverages, and souvenirs.

8. The Appy Lodge

1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tyler

NT$4,725

NT$5,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a view of the river.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a round coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table, and a lamp. A river and greenery are visible in the background.

9. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

1.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Mark

NT$8,606

NT$10,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Comfort Suites."

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.

A covered outdoor area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

10. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

esaul

NT$4,025

NT$4,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.

A spacious lobby with a curved wooden ceiling, comfortable seating areas, and a large flat-screen TV.

A covered pavilion with stone pillars, a metal roof, and outdoor seating.

11. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Stephanie

NT$4,573

NT$5,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A log cabin with a stone chimney, a porch with a railing, and a view of trees.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a brick patio, and a building with a flag.

A log cabin bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with a view.

A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window.

12. Alpine Ski Lodge by Jackson Mountain Rentals

Chalet Village, 3.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Melissa Yohana

NT$5,621

NT$17,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

A pool area with chairs and a sign indicating a 3-foot depth limit.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the wall.

13. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jennifer

NT$4,096

NT$4,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard chair.

A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

A compact office space with a desk, two chairs, a small stool, a coffee maker, and a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, a TV, and a lamp.

14. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kassidy

NT$2,007

NT$2,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two armchairs, a sofa, and a small round table.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ramona

NT$5,551

NT$6,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a covered area with a sign reading "Cliffhouse 1st".

A breakfast table set with various dishes, drinks, and utensils.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by two wall sconces.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

James

NT$5,367

NT$6,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A river with clear water flowing over rocks.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating a Gold Award Winner.

A corridor with stone walls and a metal railing.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large window.

17. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Patricia

NT$2,926

NT$3,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden table with a bottle and glasses.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, under a wooden pergola with string lights.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered parking area, and a view of the surrounding forest.

18. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Susan

NT$2,596

NT$2,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a window providing a view of greenery.

A swimming pool with a stone wall and metal fence, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with a large window offering a view of a mountain and a sign for Reagan Resorts.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Reagan Resorts Inn, a stone wall, and a landscaped area with a fountain.

19. Reagan Resorts Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kathy

NT$1,227

NT$1,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A pool area with a central water feature and a palm tree sculpture.

A stone fireplace with a clock above it, surrounded by shelves with decorative items and a mounted picture.

A modern living room with a staircase, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet.

A modern living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

20. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jason

NT$2,416

NT$3,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,069 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,060 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 728 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 348 reviews	View
Old Creek Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 601 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean, amenities were great"

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

8/10 Good

"They was remodeling we got a room that was very nice on the 5th floor"

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Stay was perfect! Exactly as described."

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"The parking was tight but other than that the staff was friendly and the property was well maintained. Would definitely stay here again."

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Property was great rooms were very clean and we loved how close we were to everywhere it was walking distance and loved the fireplace they had great way to relax and enjoy mountains we just had some small little bugs we saw in bathroom and pressure in shower was low and it did take the water a while to get warm but besides that had a great time"

Glenstone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I love this hotel. First time to Gatlinburg and will definitely be back. If I can book this hotel at the time of my next trip, that’s what I’ll be doing. I also LOVED the pool. Love the vintage look of the hotel with modern details."

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Room. Clean beds. Accommodating. Easy parking Friendly staff. Reasonably priced to be right in the middle of Gatlinburg. Balcony was spacious and clean."

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

8/10 Good

"For us, we enjoyed the experience, but it can depend on what you are looking for in a hotel. Room was clean and the washer/dryer on the first floor was nice to have. Breakfast was delicious, and location is phenomenal. Everything you could want to do in Gatlinburg is within walking distance. Staff is nice. We booked a room with a bed and a sofa, but instead we were given a room with only a bed. Three of us had to sleep on one bed. I can’t complain however, the room we were given had a huge balcony that wrapped around the side of the building and gave a great view of the city. I will say that while the hotel is clean, it does have the vibe of your grandmother’s house. If you want something more professional and modern, this place may not be for you."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

10/10 Excellent

"The overall cleanness is outstanding. Staff is friendy and helpul. Breakfast is nice perk."

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

A town nestled in a valley with autumn-colored trees, surrounded by mountains.

Gatlinburg SkyPark

9.4/10 (5,131 reviews)

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

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Gatlinburg Ziplines

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Aerial zip lines, rope climbing, freefalls, trapeze swings and treetop bridges make this attraction a great day for all the family.

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A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, American flags, and a stage for live music.

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

9.2/10 (4,285 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Sugarlands Distilling Company

You can take time to visit Sugarlands Distilling Company during your travels to Gatlinburg.

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Traffic Light #8

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Gatlinburg when you take a trip to Traffic Light #8.

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Iris Theater

You can enjoy a show at Iris Theater during your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Moving Theater

You can enjoy a show at Ripley's Moving Theater on your trip to Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

You can find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a visit to Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Gatlinburg known for its magnificent mountain views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 365 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg and The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg.

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Expedia has 365 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens, or Star Cars Museum. Learn about local history at Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater, and Ripley's Moving Theater.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

4. The Gillette

5. Old Creek Lodge

6. Sleepy Bear Motel

7. The Greystone Lodge on the River

8. The Appy Lodge

9. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

10. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

11. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

12. Alpine Ski Lodge by Jackson Mountain Rentals

13. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

14. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

15. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

17. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River

18. Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

19. Reagan Resorts Inn

20. Crossroads Inn & Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Glenstone Lodge

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Gatlinburg Ziplines

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Traffic Light #8

Iris Theater

Ripley's Moving Theater

Linebergers Plaza Observation Deck

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