Located close to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark, Brookside Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy basketball, volleyball, and fishing at this hotel. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Gatlinburg, Brookside Lodge is in the city center and on the waterfront. Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum and Titanic Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Gatlinburg Space Needle and Ober Mountain. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating. Visit our Gatlinburg travel guide
463 E Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
What's nearby
Anakeesta
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Gatlinburg SkyPark
3 min drive - 2.0 km
Gatlinburg Space Needle
3 min drive - 2.0 km
Gatlinburg Convention Center
3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
69 min drive
Restaurants
Tennessee Cider Company
16 min walk
Subway
18 min walk
Ole Red
12 min walk
Pancake Pantry
17 min walk
Cliff Top Bar & Grill
19 min walk
About this property
Brookside Lodge
Family-friendly hotel near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Located close to Gatlinburg SkyPark and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Brookside Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy basketball, volleyball, and fishing at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
Self parking (surcharge), an area shuttle, and express check-out
A vending machine, a TV in the lobby, and wedding services
Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and an elevator
Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Brookside Lodge?
As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brookside Lodge on Nov 18, 2026 start from P3,852, 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 Brookside Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 5 per day.
What time is check-in at Brookside Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Brookside Lodge?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Brookside Lodge located?
This family-friendly Gatlinburg hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg Convention Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Brookside Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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What I like most was they changing towels and took garbages everyday in short they make the room clean and I love and satisfied with the breakfast , nice view especially the riverside! So I would recommend its a good place to stay near the main center of the city
Next to a brook and we had a little balcony and could sit out there with coffee in am and wine in pm. Great amenities in the rooms. Loved where in Gatlinburg it was located also
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
TERESA
Sep 23, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was in convenient location to nearby restaurants and attractions.
The room had was a king size bed that had a balcony that opened right against the Brooke was wonderful.
The buffet breakfast was delicious and the staff was so kind and very helpful with any questions that we had.
The fact that the trolley stopped right at the hotel was such a huge benefit! And the drivers were so kind also, we can’t wait to come back next time:)
Perfect location and very peaceful to be on the stream.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Austin
Nov 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room and view were great. Tv was old and dated, the little kitchenette sink didn’t work when we tried to wash out our cups from the day, there were no outlets by the bed. Staff was great checking in and checking out. View was great along with the location of the hotel. Breakfast was good for quick food in the morning before you go.
Breakfast was good, waffles bagels, yogurt and more. The honeymoon suite was spacious and comfortable. Trolley stop right outside of the hotel.
Overall good experience.
Everything was perfect! The views from the balcony are memorizing. The breakfast and staff excellent. I would go to Gatlinberg just to stay at this hotel for a week for just rest and relaxation.
Beautiful room with many amenities and very good free breakfast in morning. Staff was awesome and great location. Everything walking distance from lodge. Overall experience was great! Will return in summer weather for outdoor pool! My daughter and I had a blast.
It was a very quiet place to sleep. The trolley will pick up and drop you off at the hotel office. The breakfast was first rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Holly
Oct 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff provided excellent service. The pool was closed for the season but hot tub was open. Overall the property can use updates but great stay!
Had very good experience clean, roomy, felt very safe, walking distance to all the main strip where all the action is. The trolly make it easy to get around.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Gary
Oct 17, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A rustic resort with a wood burning fireplace and a balcony that overlooked the stream. The room was large, with 2 queen beds. We only stayed 1 night but enjoyed the stay. They also have breakfast.
Very nice place and location. Loved the water in the back from the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
John
Oct 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were as advertised. A bit rustic but nice. A few cosmetic touch ups would help but overall as advertised. We spent most of the time being tourists so the room was a good place to sleep.