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

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A living room with a TV, a dining table, and a sofa.

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

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a patterned carpet.

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

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

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

Michael

NT$4,711

NT$5,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden floors, and unique spherical hanging lights.

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

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

Chloe

NT$4,996

NT$6,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 courtyard with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a wooden pergola.

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Luther

NT$5,678

NT$6,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A wooden cabin with a fire pit, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a round table.

A wooden double door with glass panels and a keypad lock, flanked by two wall-mounted lanterns.

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Dayren

NT$4,743

NT$6,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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

A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

5. The Gillette

0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Cindy

NT$3,984

NT$4,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a green roof.

A swimming pool with a fence, a motel sign, and a small stream.

A cozy motel interior with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of the parking lot.

6. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tammy

NT$2,817

NT$3,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 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 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.

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

7. Old Creek Lodge

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

NT$5,003

NT$5,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

A stone wall with a wooden log ceiling and a sign reading "Bearskin Lodge on the River".

A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

8. Bearskin Lodge on the River

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

Willie

NT$5,339

NT$6,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by a black fence, with lounge chairs and picnic tables on the deck.

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.

9. Sleepy Bear Motel

2.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Corey

NT$2,324

NT$2,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 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.

10. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

1.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jasmine

NT$5,027

NT$6,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

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

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

11. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Nalia

NT$2,844

NT$3,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

A view from a porch with a stone bench, American flags, a parking lot with cars, and a mountain in the background.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large rug.

A spacious lobby with a large leather sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and large windows with blinds.

12. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Anthony

NT$4,841

NT$5,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including high tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area with blue and yellow upholstered chairs, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick pathway, and a parked SUV.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Todd

NT$3,130

NT$3,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a flag, and a landscaped garden.

An indoor swimming pool with a slide, lounge chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a Holiday Inn Express sign.

14. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Kiranveer

NT$4,016

NT$5,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

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

A cozy room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

15. The Appy Lodge

1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Yalin

NT$3,526

NT$3,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A swimming pool area with a water slide and a building 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.

16. The Greystone Lodge on the River

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

Holly

NT$5,205

NT$5,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, several balconies, and a parking area with cars.

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

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

0.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Laura

NT$3,345

NT$3,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

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.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Cal

NT$3,575

NT$4,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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

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

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

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

0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Stephen

NT$3,734

NT$4,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by wooden-framed windows and potted plants.

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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

James

NT$4,382

NT$4,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.6 Exceptional 2,050 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 642 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,032 reviews	View
The Timber at Holly Branch	9.6 Exceptional 256 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 317 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Staff and clean room was great."

Brookside Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice stay would definitely stay again. The privacy was so nice. It was a nice seclusion out on them balcony listening to the river."

Reagan Resorts Inn

8/10 Good

"Beautiful views third floor room 318. 😁"

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel. Only thing I was water pressure for the shower wasnt great and the the water in the tub backed up. Besides that, id stay here again and definitely recommend this."

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"We were there during a music festival at the convention center. Perfect location for this within walking distance. Parking was easy and convenient. Breakfast was very good - I would say better than average for a continental breakfast but the same thing every day. Probably because of the festival, someone in a room below us was smoking weed on their deck which got sucked into our room through the air conditioner. Can't really blame the venue for that though. The workout room is very lacking - a few pieces of equipment with one of the treadmills not working and only cardio...no weights. Overall I would stay here again...staff was friendly and helpful all around. They are not joking when they tell you not to leave food in your car...bears are very much around. We saw two bears in 4 days near the hotel."

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were very clean. Would go back and stay here again"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, walking distance to everything. Loved having a balcony."

The Greystone Lodge on the River

10/10 Excellent

"The room was really nice and property was beautiful! Love the creek and the hotel. We even saw a bear! Loved it!"

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A new hotel that was in excellent condition and very clean. Staff was very helpful and had a very nice outdoor pool. I would highly recommend it."

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 family-friendly 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 family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

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 355 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, Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good options close by include The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg and Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg.

How many hotels will I find near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 355 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near 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.

Find hotels near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Gatlinburg from NT$2,620

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

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

4. The Timber at Holly Branch

5. The Gillette

6. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

7. Old Creek Lodge

8. Bearskin Lodge on the River

9. Sleepy Bear Motel

10. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

11. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

12. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

14. Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

15. The Appy Lodge

16. The Greystone Lodge on the River

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

18. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

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

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

Brookside Lodge

Reagan Resorts Inn

Best Western Johnson's Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

The Greystone Lodge on the River

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

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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