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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Garden
Land view from property
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Interior entrance
In the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg offers a warm welcome with a cozy firepit and garden. Unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or take advantage of laundry facilities. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$1,404
NT$1,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(278 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
242 Bishop Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 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

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg

Hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Anakeesta and Gatlinburg Space Needle are located near Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg, which provides free to-go breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

As of 2025/8/31, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg on 2025/9/3 start from NT$1,404, excluding 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.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mountain Mall, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Anakeesta. SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle are also within 15 minutes.

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 768 out of 1514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1514 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Rooms are clean and the location can't be beat right at the start of the strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Amenities
Location was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel walkable to many areas in Gatlinburg great staff and always very pleasant and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness
We try to stay there every time we are in Gatlingburg best place in town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe area, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was well kept. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, well-located, easy to access, and offers convenient parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tristine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The next door property was not very welcoming, but our hotel room for our one night stay was decent. The front desk lady was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was awesome. Easy to park and walkable into the town of Gaitlynburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tate

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very convenient location for walking to the Gatlinburg strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was great and our accommodations were more than met.
Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time here and love proximity to the strip. Pool and fire pit area very clean and enjoyable. This is my fave place to stay in Gatlinburg
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town, good place for the price. Clean room, nice swimming pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My experience was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay. Perfect location and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and great check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

The rooms were clean and the desk was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kendarlyz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but was very clean and well kept. Great area near downtown but a little quieter than the strip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CONSTANCE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can walk to all shops, restaurants, events from rhe hotel. Clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Out go to when staying in town!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025