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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
Make your vacation extra special with a visit to the Sidney James Mountain Lodge where great vacations in the Smokies begin. The Sidney James Mountain Lodge has it all for every season. 2 Outdoor swimming pools for warm summer months,an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna room. Adjacent parks and picnic areas for beautiful spring and fall days. This property offers extra special amenities for winter getaways like wood burning fireplaces to make your winter vacation a very special time. Located just steps off the Parkway, you will find that location is perfect for walking tours of Gatlinburg while it offfers a peaceful setting away from the hustle and crowds of the main street. Located on a beautiful mountain stream, this hotel offers a great place to relax after shopping or sightseeing. Private balconies are a warm welcome to the end of the day. The Gatlinburg Convention Center is just three Blocks away as well as restaurants, unique shops, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Ober Gatlinburg. Mynatt Park is just next door and offers tennis, picnicking, basketball, softball and a covered pavillion and is adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Also the Sidney James is just six miles from Dollywood Theme Park and less than hour from Harrah's Casino in Cherokee, North Carolina
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
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Overall score
2.7 out of 5
(57 reviews)
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Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Hotel address: 610 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Gatlinburg.
Mcgee Tyson Airport - 40 miles.
The Sidney James is located in down town Gatlinburg on Historic Nature Trail, formerly Airport rd, just 3.5 blocks off of the main street. An easy walking distance to shops, restaurants and attractions.
The pool side cafe serves all you can eat breakfast buffet for $6.99 and offers a full lunch and dinner menu.
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Feb 20, check-out Feb 23
Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).
Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
2.7 out of 5
(57 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
1 out of 5
Not the greatest place
Caused nightmares in my sleep Jan 22, 2010
Hair in the bed, wall paper peeling off the walls mold in the shower. Oh this place was great! ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
2 out of 5
Too Far Off the Main Road
Carolina Buckeye Jan 15, 2010
I have stayed in Gatlinburg several times and there are much better places to stay. I chose the Sydney James for the indoor ... pool, but the pool is not enough to make me stay here again. First of all, the room was described as 1 bedroom, 1 queen bed. Usually this means there is a separate bedroom again and implies a sitting area. So, I reserved this room believing there would be a sofa or something for my 14-yr.-old son to sleep on. It was just a standard motel room with 1 queen bed. They did have a roll-away bed brought in for no extra charge, but I feel the description was deceiving. The room furniture was outdated, but the rug and curtains appeared new. Although the room seemed clean there was a slight odor, but the bathroom was very clean. It was very noisy at night. Although I was not surprised on New Year's Eve that there were people outside in the parking lot screaming until 2 a.m., it happened the night before as well. The biggest downfall for the inn was that it was too far from the main street in Gatlinburg. After wondering around the main part of Gatlinburg, the half mile walk back to the motel was too far. Plus, there was no place to eat close by. We had already been walking most of the day and were walking down again that night for the New Year's fireworks, but needed dinner in between and didn't want to walk down and back again just to eat. The cafe was suppose to be open, but it wasn't. I went to the front desk to ask about a place to order pizza, the man started searching through his files just to find a phone number. It was like no one had ever asked him that before. Finally another man came up and gave us a coupon with a phone number on it so we could order delivery.
Traveler type: Family
There is a lot to do in Gatlinburg. My son and I had a great time. Just stay somewhere else.
Score
3 out of 5
An alright place to sleep
A place to stay Dec 29, 2009
We enjoyed the location as it was within walking distance to the sights in Gatlinburg. The room was just ok. It did not ... have a very clean shower and the knobs were loose on the faucets. The room was comfortable, however, as all we did was use it for a place to sleep and shower. The resaurant was nice and the gal who workded it was friencly.
Traveler type: Friends
The hotel was walking distance to everything we did in Gatlinburg.
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
There is a lot to do in Gatlinburg. My son and I had a great time. Just stay somewhere else.
--Carolina Buckeye, Greenville SC Jan 15, 2010
The hotel was walking distance to everything we did in Gatlinburg.
--A place to stay, Willard, MO Dec 29, 2009
Other than in hotel food,,,,,resstrants are a distant to walk.
--Dad, Marion, Illinois Oct 26, 2009
Overall score
2.7 out of 5
(57 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
1 out of 5
Not the greatest place
Caused nightmares in my sleep Jan 22, 2010
Hair in the bed, wall paper peeling off the walls mold in the shower. Oh this place was great! ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
2 out of 5
Too Far Off the Main Road
Carolina Buckeye Jan 15, 2010
I have stayed in Gatlinburg several times and there are much better places to stay. I chose the Sydney James for the indoor ... pool, but the pool is not enough to make me stay here again. First of all, the room was described as 1 bedroom, 1 queen bed. Usually this means there is a separate bedroom again and implies a sitting area. So, I reserved this room believing there would be a sofa or something for my 14-yr.-old son to sleep on. It was just a standard motel room with 1 queen bed. They did have a roll-away bed brought in for no extra charge, but I feel the description was deceiving. The room furniture was outdated, but the rug and curtains appeared new. Although the room seemed clean there was a slight odor, but the bathroom was very clean. It was very noisy at night. Although I was not surprised on New Year's Eve that there were people outside in the parking lot screaming until 2 a.m., it happened the night before as well. The biggest downfall for the inn was that it was too far from the main street in Gatlinburg. After wondering around the main part of Gatlinburg, the half mile walk back to the motel was too far. Plus, there was no place to eat close by. We had already been walking most of the day and were walking down again that night for the New Year's fireworks, but needed dinner in between and didn't want to walk down and back again just to eat. The cafe was suppose to be open, but it wasn't. I went to the front desk to ask about a place to order pizza, the man started searching through his files just to find a phone number. It was like no one had ever asked him that before. Finally another man came up and gave us a coupon with a phone number on it so we could order delivery.
Traveler type: Family
There is a lot to do in Gatlinburg. My son and I had a great time. Just stay somewhere else.
Score
3 out of 5
An alright place to sleep
A place to stay Dec 29, 2009
We enjoyed the location as it was within walking distance to the sights in Gatlinburg. The room was just ok. It did not ... have a very clean shower and the knobs were loose on the faucets. The room was comfortable, however, as all we did was use it for a place to sleep and shower. The resaurant was nice and the gal who workded it was friencly.
Traveler type: Friends
The hotel was walking distance to everything we did in Gatlinburg.
Score
3 out of 5
Nice location for the price
Dad Oct 26, 2009
Hotel was pricey for the location, but was peaceful and quite. Other than that, ok. Just hated that the hotel was so far ... from everything we wanted to do.
Traveler type: Couples
Other than in hotel food,,,,,resstrants are a distant to walk.
Score
1 out of 5
DON'T GO HERE
Anna, frequent traveler Oct 21, 2009
[...] We then had a not so clean room with two small beds. They were very uncomfortable. The shower had a sprinkling of ... water, with choices, very hot or very cold. I almost burned my skin, thank goodness the water didn't come out full force. The management didn't even comment when we wanted to checkout. [...]
Traveler type: Couples
Book hotels directly.
Score
2 out of 5
nothing special
mom2one Oct 20, 2009
we reserved an economy room, which was somewhat small. it was also very old, the carpet, decor, and the bathroom were all ... outdated. for the price we paid, i expected a lot more.
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Not Bad At All!!
Clemfan 101 Oct 20, 2009
Very convenient to downtown Gatlinburg. Quiet rooms. Rooms could use some modernizing, but overall a good value for the ... money. Would definently stay again.
Traveler type: Couples
Stay away from the River Walk Pancake House. It's hard to mess up pancakes, but they found a way. Be sure to eat at Bennett's Pit Barbeque. Great ribs and salad bar. Legends by Max is a great value for the money in downtown dining.
Score
1 out of 5
AWFUL!! RUN THE OTHER WAY!!!!!
Chrisramey Oct 19, 2009
When we first got their the hotel was atleast a mile off of the main drag, hotel staff where nasty, It was an awful ... experience!! Beds and pillows where awful!
Traveler type: Couples
Mamas Farmhouse, It was southern style, family style, all you can eat it was wonderful!!
Score
3 out of 5
Smoky stay - Not so good or bad
PMehta Oct 19, 2009
My stay with Sidney James Lodge was ok. I would recommend it to someone who just needs to use this hotel for a place to crash ... in night. Rooms were clean, however they have the worst restaurant onsite and the lady at the cafe is unbearable!!! However the hotel staff and reception people are versy courteous. I would give it a 5 on 10 scale.
Traveler type: Friends
Air tram - county shop.
Score
3 out of 5
Great view and indoor pool
Sapphire Mommie Oct 18, 2009
The stay was great even at this hotel. Price was too high for this type of hotel $81 per night. Location was great, close to ... everything but tucked in a quite location. Update pitures on the wall-I thought I saw mold on them. An iron and a microwave in the room would have been great. Although I did have a fridge that was unexpected and came in handy. I would stay at this hotel again for a lower price.
Traveler type: Family
Use the trolley. I came right in front of the hotel and was only 50 cents. Parking your car in the downtown area is almost impossible and can be costly. Walking was great until the temp dropped and the rain came. Get a the room that backs up to the river- wonderful view.
Score
3 out of 5
It's a room, nothing special
L. Oct 17, 2009
The first room we were given reeked of cigarettes even though we had booked a non-smoking room. My husband requested a room ... change and we were given a non-smoking room quickly without a problem. Some rooms are across the street from the pool which is a little inconvenient when it is 50 degrees out. The room was dark, slightly musty and out dated though it did seem clean for the most part or from what I could see. I thought it was a bit tacky that the hotel had their name stamped on the sheets and pillow cases in an institutional fashion. It was about a 10-15 minute walk to the downtown area from the room. I wouldn't stay there again though I don't think I wound go to Gatlinberg again. It was a crowded over priced tacky tourist trap with little to offer. Every place you walk into costs a minimum of $10/person and every shop is a rip off though it was crowded so people must like it there it just wasn't for us. Also many places do not take Amex cards.
Traveler type: Family
The Smoky Mountain Brewery in town has good beer and on Sun.-Thur. after 9 p.m. they serve $1 drafts.
Score
3 out of 5
Sidney James, Gatlinburg
vacationing mom Oct 16, 2009
I liked the location, and my son loved the pool. The room was outdated, and the water temperature would change unexpectedly ... while taking a shower. And, the temperature of the water would get way too hot to be safe for children or anyone for that matter. The housekeeping didn't do a very good job of cleaning the room.
Traveler type: Family
Visit the Chimney Tops and Clingman's Dome.
Score
3 out of 5
Good location for the price
Kelbelle Oct 12, 2009
Overall, a great stay. The rooms were a bit small, but the location was good for the price. About a 15 minute walk to ... downtown, so you didn't have to fight traffic.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Wonderful!
Calisto Sep 7, 2009
The hotel was right in the heart of Gatlinburg. It was great. We were in walking distance of the shops and the sights. The ... room was great, but there were mirrors everywhere and that was a little strange. The mirror right over the bed was a little off. Not my cup of tea. The two person hot tub was fantastic and very relaxing. All in all, I would recommend the hotel but I would make sure the person knew the rooms were a little outdated and that you should like your reflection a whole lot. Not good right after seeing a horror movie.
Traveler type: Couples
It is best to walk or take the trolleys everywhere. Driving with all of those people walking across the streets is a little scary.
Score
3 out of 5
Not too shabby
Manda Aug 11, 2009
The hotel location is not too bad, about a 10 - 15 min walk to downtown. There is a pancake house just down the street that ... has good food and friendly service. The staff at the hotel were vey friendly and helpful. We stayed in a single room with a queen bed. There wasn't alot of space in the room but overall wasn't too cramped. The bathroom and general appearance of the room is out dated, but was clean. Overall not a bad choice. Good for a couple looking for a weekend getaway and not planning on spending a lot of time at the resort.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
great for the price
bubba Aug 8, 2009
Rooms need updating. Staff pretty friendly. Walking distance to strip. Great room with creek sounds for the money. Will ... stay here again.
Traveler type: Couples
Bubba Gumps
Score
1 out of 5
The Tale of Two Lodges
Stephanie upset Aug 7, 2009
There are 2 Lodges the courtside which we stayed at was little better than a hole in the wall with an air conditioner that ... worked only half the time and a pool that was big enough for two frogs. So be careful if you stay here and DO NOT STAY AT THE COURT SIDE. The location was great and because of that we tried to limit ourselves to only sleeping at the lodge.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
great place
honda350 Jul 30, 2009
good location great service nice rooms ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Not bad for the weekend
That Guy Jul 26, 2009
It was alright, It was good to stay in for the night, but the room was to small if I had to stay for a whole week. The pool ... and hot tub area was very nice to relax in after walking all day. The walk to the strip from the hotel was also to long, had to drive down closer and pay for parking, but other than that the stay was fine.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
1 out of 5
Very disappointed
Disappointed Jul 25, 2009
The hotel was within walking distance to downtown. I was extremely disappointed in the hotel for the money paid. The staff ... were not that friendly. The rooms were not clean. The coffee was not refilled in the room. One of the outside pools was very small and looked dirty. We did not spend anytime in the hotel due to the conditions.
Traveler type: Family
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
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There is a lot to do in Gatlinburg. My son and I had a great time. Just stay somewhere else.
--Carolina Buckeye, Greenville SC Jan 15, 2010
The hotel was walking distance to everything we did in Gatlinburg.
--A place to stay, Willard, MO Dec 29, 2009
Other than in hotel food,,,,,resstrants are a distant to walk.
--Dad, Marion, Illinois Oct 26, 2009
Book hotels directly.
--Anna, frequent traveler, Union, Ohio Oct 21, 2009
Stay away from the River Walk Pancake House. It's hard to mess up pancakes, but they found a way. Be sure to eat at Bennett's Pit Barbeque. Great ribs and salad bar. Legends by Max is a great value for the money in downtown dining.
--Clemfan 101, Georgia Oct 20, 2009
Mamas Farmhouse, It was southern style, family style, all you can eat it was wonderful!!
--Chrisramey, Indiana Oct 19, 2009
Air tram - county shop.
--PMehta, Indianapolis IN Oct 19, 2009
Use the trolley. I came right in front of the hotel and was only 50 cents. Parking your car in the downtown area is almost impossible and can be costly. Walking was great until the temp dropped and the rain came. Get a the room that backs up to the river- wonderful view.
--Sapphire Mommie, Nashville, TN Oct 18, 2009
The Smoky Mountain Brewery in town has good beer and on Sun.-Thur. after 9 p.m. they serve $1 drafts.
--L., Greenville, SC Oct 17, 2009
Visit the Chimney Tops and Clingman's Dome.
--vacationing mom, Nashville, TN Oct 16, 2009
It is best to walk or take the trolleys everywhere. Driving with all of those people walking across the streets is a little scary.
--Calisto, Cincinnati, OH Sep 7, 2009
Bubba Gumps
--bubba, knoxville Aug 8, 2009
There is a Trolli stop right outside the hotel. And you can get a all day pass at the front desk for $2. but we spent so much time waiting for the trolli that doesnt come in short enough intervals. it was quicker just to walk, but your feet hurt after a day of shopping downtown.
--Ashley Rae, Bethel, VT Jul 24, 2009
Be sure to get the coupon books when you arrive and keep them on your person. There are several deals for kids to eat free and percentage deals at most of the restuarants.
--Mommy Susan, Florence, KY Jul 5, 2009
wear good walking shoes
--snow white, tennessee Jul 4, 2009
Almost all gatlinbirg attractions are within a short walking distance from the lodge and if you chose to venture further the trolley can take you as far as pigeon forge(for a small fee). It will pick you up and drop you off right in front of the lodge.
--trouble408, Shelbyville TN May 30, 2009
There is lots to do within walking distance from the hotel.
--Michigan traveler, Michigan May 26, 2009
Downtown Gatlinburg is a short walk but in order to get back to motel, you must climb a very long, very steep hill.
--kvaj, Atlanta, GA May 10, 2009
just a little walk to shopping, food and night spots.
--Janet, Decatur Dec 8, 2008
excellent pancake house with friendly staff. beautiful scenery lots of people, and lots to see.
--Sue, Kennesaw Nov 23, 2008
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