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Sleepy Bear Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool
Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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820 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Cupids Chapel of Love
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sleepy Bear Motel while other popular attractions such as Great Smoky Mountains National Park are within 3 miles (5 km). This 55-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cupids Chapel of Love - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Traffic Light #2A - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Historic Ogle Log Cabin - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Anakeesta - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kephart cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪No Way Jose's Cantina - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sleepy Bear Motel

Motel with free breakfast, near Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
At Sleepy Bear Motel, guests have access to features like a seasonal outdoor pool. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available on weekends 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 14 2026 to January 21 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Sleepy Bear Motel?

This motel is located in Gatlinburg, just steps from Cupids Chapel of Love. You'll also find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains National Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleepy Bear Motel?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleepy Bear Motel on Jan 21, 2026 start from $85.0, 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 parking available on site at Sleepy Bear Motel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel feature a casino?

No, Sleepy Bear Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sleepy Bear Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until August.

Is Sleepy Bear Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include river views.

Are there hot tubs at Sleepy Bear Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sleepy Bear Motel offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts on weekend mornings though there is no restaurant.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sleepy Bear Motel.

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Sleepy Bear Motel?

The closest major airport to Sleepy Bear Motel is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 28.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sleepy Bear Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Sleepy Bear Motel offer a balcony and may feature river views.

Sleepy Bear Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 225 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice accommodations. Breakfast was amazing. So nice we stayed another night ! Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Yilin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place to stay with balcony overlooking the stream. Very nice staff and super clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley, Bessemer city

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room for great prices. Just a little out of the way of the main strip but quiet. Only complaint was our toilet was rocky and sounded like it was going to break when we sat down. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a clean place to stay. The bed was very comfortable. It isn’t 4 or 5 stars. The bathroom is tiny. The road noise is very loud at night. It is nice not having to get in all the Gatlinburg traffic to have a place to stay. Breakfast would have been nice. Mike was super accommodating for our late arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay. Loved the balcony and river. The owners/staff are the best!! Clean, friendly, and that will be my place when i go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay the two ladies at check in were very kind, room was clean and the breakfast cooked to order was good. Thank you for your service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jensine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and comfortable. There was a trolley stop right outside which is a great way to get around Gatlinburg and avoid driving in the traffic there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Didn’t have it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brakfast was only on Saturday and Sunday but that was good for us. And the view of the water was nice behind room. The only thing that could have mad this stay better was a table in the room and one more pillow on the bed. Other then that we would definitely consider staying her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liyan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is great!!! And the brook at the back is so wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The local owners have done a remarkable job brining this motel back to life! Cozy stay that's close enough to the Parkway to not have to fight traffic, but distant enough to enjoy a slower pace. Some great restaurants just across the street as well! We can't wait to go back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The made to order breakfast is best thing about this place. Everything else was fine, too - comfortable bed, clean, etc. But the breakfast alone makes it 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Wonderful staff! Amazing weekend breakfast!! My only suggestion is coffee makers in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The place was beautiful, clean and in a great location. The staff was super friendly, had great suggestions for local food and were all around amazing. Parking is plentiful and not hard to navigate at all. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good & Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was very clean but we had a hard time with the shower. The hot water would stop mid shower cause a blast of ice cold water to occur. While invigorating it was uncomfortable. We never could keep any hot water longer than a minute or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean and comfortable the hotel advertised free breakfast included but when we got there the staff said breakfast only on weekends was not happy about that one of the reasons along with great rates I book my reservation there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean room, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025