Mountain House Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, 5-minute walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Garden
2 outdoor pools
Balcony
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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247 Newton Lane, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(164 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Mountain House Inn places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. This 57-room hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Anakeesta - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mountain House Inn

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, 5-minute walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Guests staying at Mountain House Inn enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - midnight)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are 3-11 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mountain House Inn?

Mountain House Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Mountain House Inn?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Gatlinburg based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. You'll also find Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Mountain House Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Mountain House Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Mountain House Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mountain House Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Are there hot tubs at Mountain House Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mountain House Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Mountain House Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mountain House Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mountain House Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Mountain House Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Mountain House Inn?

The closest major airport to Mountain House Inn is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Mountain House Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mountain House Inn.

Reviews

Mountain House Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Older, convenient, big rooms, bottoms of toilet gross, pools weren't filled
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

The hotel was in perfect walking distance to downtown. It was very quiet there and the A/C was nice and cold and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It was close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids really enjoyed the pool. It was affordable and within walking distance to the gatlinburg strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, room was clean and within walking distance to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very outdated. Toilet would not flush properly. Pillows were yellowed from oldness. Cracks in tile in bathroom. Coffeepot had old coffee still in it. Parking lot and hotel was very sketchy looking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness
Room cost was affordable.The receptionist was friendly. Room was clean and A/C was cold. Within walking distance to town. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with partner
The staff were very pleasant. The facility is very run down. Our room reeked of Ammonia/urine. And the bathroom walls looked liked someone had wiped poop on the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good every thing about it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Randi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

schon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Candy

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seen bear right out our door 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margeau

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Busy weekend but very clean and bed was comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jerry

Traveled with group
Had no contact with staff at check in. The room key was in an envelope taped to the office window.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check-in was a new one for me - we arrived for our stay around 6:30pm and found an envelope with the last name written on it taped to the outside window. Inside was a key ( and actual key, not a key card ) to the room, receipt and a parking pass. The room we stayed in ( ground level, near the swimming pool ) was ok. The lighting could be updated, same with the carpet. The bathroomnis due for an update - tub/shower paneling was loose in a few places, dings and peeling paint in a few places. The area was busy and we could definitely hear noises from the swimming pool, but it was quiet overnight. Overall, I feel like this was an ok stay for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stacey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not happy

We got there early so we knew they wouldn't let us check in,they let us park there,so we walked up town site seeing, got back around 530ish, no one around tbey taped our room key to a outside door . Later getting ready for bed went to restroom and tub was filthy,dirt rings, hair and dead spider . So next day we told someone he got us a different room at first glance looked alot cleaner but the more you looked around there was cobwebs no phone, dirty base boards,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We never seen any employees there
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was sooo friendly and accommodating!! Our favorite place to stay in Gatlinburg !!! Close to everything !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025