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Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar (some free items)

1. Dancing Bear Lodge

2.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Letitia

NT$5,921

NT$7,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2. Townsend Gateway Inn

2 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

William

NT$2,674

NT$3,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Two Queen, Upstairs, Non Smoking | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

3. Highland Manor Inn

0.3 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Lisa D

NT$4,442

NT$5,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Fireplace, Mountain View | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually furnished

4. The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

2.3 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Danny

NT$3,517

NT$4,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View | Living area | 43-inch TV with cable channels

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

5. Townsend River Breeze Inn

1.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Marion

NT$3,259

NT$3,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

6. Tremont Lodge & Resort

0.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Deborah

NT$3,331

NT$4,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Best Western Cades Cove Inn

0.4 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

David

NT$3,184

NT$3,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

65-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

8. Hilton Vacation Club Mill Springs Lodge Pigeon Forge

19.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Brenda

NT$3,943

NT$4,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

9. Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains

17.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Erik

NT$5,414

NT$6,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Royal Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Honeymoon Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat

4.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Ben

NT$5,330

NT$7,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

11. View Hot Tub-sauna-fire Pit-fireplace-honeymoon

17.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$3,519

NT$7,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, WiFi (free)

12. 3 Brothers Bears 3 Bedroom Cabin

9.4 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$7,476

NT$19,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, foosball

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop

13. Tree Tops by HoneyBear Cabins

19 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Edel

NT$9,584

NT$21,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

14. 2 Mi to Ober Mountain: Gatlinburg Condo w/ Balcony

17.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$3,088

NT$8,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

15. Hilton Vacation Club Laurel Crest Pigeon Forge

19.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Matthew

NT$3,637

NT$4,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

16. Chasing Cubs Cabin by Beyond Expectations

13.4 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

"This cabin is in a great spot and was definitely set up for kids teens and adults... lots of things to do locally but they also had games for The kids...I lived the fact they had a master bed room on one side of the cabin and 2 bed rooms across the cabin... the water pressure was low and we weren't able to light the fire pit more due to weather... it was quite, clean and a great set up.... woulda loved a jacuzzi but it hit everything else..."

Brandi

NT$6,109

NT$15,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

17. Webster Lodge At Covemont 3 Bedroom Cabin

11.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$8,005

NT$21,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

18. Kuntree Retreat Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

8.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$5,159

NT$14,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | Smart TV

19. Tennessee Sunrise 3 Bedroom Cabin

11.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$9,352

NT$23,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, oven, toaster

20. Come Back Cabin 3 Bedroom Cabin

16.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

NT$7,236

NT$20,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Dancing Bear Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 342 reviews	View
Townsend Gateway Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Highland Manor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 812 reviews	View
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains	9.2 Wonderful 186 reviews	View
Townsend River Breeze Inn	8.8 Excellent 771 reviews	View

Top Dark Island Swinging Bridge Hotel Reviews

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

8/10 Good

"The staff was extremely helpful and friendly and made our stay. Special thanks to Mike and Rita!"

Townsend Gateway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and comfortable. The AC worked great. It's an older building but still great. You can tell they take time to keep everything comfortable and taken care of."

Highland Manor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was smooth and quick. All the staff was professional and very friendly. Quiet and comfortable rooms. Centrally located in Townsend. Will definitely stay here again when traveling to Townsend."

Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet and romantic. Was just what my spouse and I needed. Already planned another stay in a different room !"

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

8/10 Good

"Great location. Staff friendly and welcoming. Told us they were short staffed and would not have room service, but we were okay with that. If we needed anything, come to office. Breakfast was wonderful every morning. Only issue was floor in room was sticky because of high humidity and tub was slick."

Tremont Lodge & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Was very clean and comfortable. Had ac on so didn’t walk into hot room when it was 95 degrees outside."

Dancing Bear Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location"

Other attractions near Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Tuckaleechee Caverns

9.4/10 (118 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Townsend when you stop by Tuckaleechee Caverns. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Townsend. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

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Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and popular activities like hiking in Townsend. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Townsend Visitor Center

9.2/10 (207 reviews)

Townsend Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Townsend, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

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Hedgewood Gardens

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Hedgewood Gardens and enjoy the hiking trails in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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River Rage Go-Kart Track

8.2/10 (17 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to River Rage Go-Kart Track and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

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Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

9.4/10 (83 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Townsend. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this culturally rich area.

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Lee Roberson Art Gallery

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lee Roberson Art Gallery during your trip to Townsend. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Dark Island Swinging Bridge is located in a family-friendly area of Townsend known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 82 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Adjacent to Dark Island Swinging Bridge, Best Western Cades Cove Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Tremont Lodge & Resort and Highland Manor Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Expedia has 82 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dark Island Swinging Bridge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dark Island Swinging Bridge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Dark Island Swinging Bridge.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

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What can I see and do near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. Create some family memories at Hedgewood Gardens and River Rage Go-Kart Track. Tuckaleechee Caverns, Meigs Falls, and Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Dark Island Swinging Bridge hotels

1. Dancing Bear Lodge

2. Townsend Gateway Inn

3. Highland Manor Inn

4. The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

5. Townsend River Breeze Inn

6. Tremont Lodge & Resort

7. Best Western Cades Cove Inn

8. Hilton Vacation Club Mill Springs Lodge Pigeon Forge

9. Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains

10. Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat

11. View Hot Tub-sauna-fire Pit-fireplace-honeymoon

12. 3 Brothers Bears 3 Bedroom Cabin

13. Tree Tops by HoneyBear Cabins

14. 2 Mi to Ober Mountain: Gatlinburg Condo w/ Balcony

15. Hilton Vacation Club Laurel Crest Pigeon Forge

16. Chasing Cubs Cabin by Beyond Expectations

17. Webster Lodge At Covemont 3 Bedroom Cabin

18. Kuntree Retreat Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

19. Tennessee Sunrise 3 Bedroom Cabin

20. Come Back Cabin 3 Bedroom Cabin

Compare popular hotels close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Top Dark Island Swinging Bridge Hotel Reviews

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

Townsend Gateway Inn

Highland Manor Inn

Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

Tremont Lodge & Resort

Dancing Bear Lodge

Other attractions near Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Tuckaleechee Caverns

The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum

Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail

Townsend Visitor Center

Hedgewood Gardens

River Rage Go-Kart Track

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Lee Roberson Art Gallery

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