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Sleepy Bear Motel

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

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Reception
Terrace/patio
Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View | Free WiFi
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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, Anakeesta
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪68 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
(19 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
(14 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
  • Anakeesta - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 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 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬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

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, close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood, and Anakeesta. You'll also find Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg SkyPark within a short drive.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sleepy Bear Motel?

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

Does Sleepy Bear Motel have a hot tub?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Sleepy Bear Motel?

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 146 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 192 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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

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

Traci

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

Outstanding Experience!

Outstanding stay! Although an older motel, it is well kept and exceptionally clean. The cleanest place we’ve stayed in years! The motel is family owned and everyone we encountered were professional and friendly. It was my wedding weekend and although we rented a cabin, we reserved 4 rooms for our adult children and their kids. They loved it. Tony, the chef that prepares breakfast is 5 star!!!! The breakfast had a lot of options cooked to order, with real eggs, not powdered eggs! We will make this our new place to stay each time we visit Gatlinburg, and our adult children will as well. Thank you for providing a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. Great breakfast, clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

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

Outstanding Experience All Around!

Absolutely amazing experience! It’s an older motel, but cleaner than any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is family owned, which makes it even better. The staff are pleasant and helpful. Tony, the chef, is 5 star! Breakfast was fabulous! The balcony overlooking the creek was beautiful and peaceful. I was here for my wedding and rented 4 rooms for our adult children. Everyone had a great experience all around! We will definitely stay here the next time we visit Gatlinburg!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although it is a motel I is clean and without smoking smell. THE BACK OF THE ROOMS show a calm creek. Breakfast was made to order, good and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is nice and very clean. Nice rooms and beds. The breakfast is delicious and is cooked fresh. The staff very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Great clean room

It was a great surprise to have a balcony off the back of our room over a mountain stream! Our room was very clean and newly renovated. It had two chairs, a very comfortable bed, and we really enjoyed the two nights we stayed there. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised how clean and nice the motel was. The staff was extremely friendly and the cook was nice and cooked us a great breakfast our whole stay. Loved the stream out our balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Odd and old smell but,...

Wonderful staff. Wonderful chef. Nice and clean room. Did have an "old" smell to it. And it followed me home. But, I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anirban

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Came to town for our wedding. We booked this hotel and stayed one night and our adult children stayed 2. The beds were very comfortable and the tv was big and seemed new. The kids said breakfast was delicious! The pool was clean and well maintained. Balcony by the creek was super cute. We will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Hidden Gem

The location was great and close to Gatlinburg strip attractions. The room was clean, no odor, very spacious. No issues whatsoever during our stay. Now the free breakfast on the weekends ….. OMG!!! It was delicious, best motel breakfast I’ve had! Hats off to the chef, he took orders and made them quickly. My girls and I were very happy and we will def stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

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

4/10 Poor

Tommie

Traveled with group
Old and small bathroom. Poor water pressure. Very quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was clean and updated. The breakfast was awesome! The room had a nice view of the river and there was a trolly to take you downtown which was a good distance away. Hard to complain about anything. Cool little motel that has been recently renovated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine overall just wouldnt recommend if wanting to stay and walk the strip youll have to take a trolly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnna C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay the night before hiking Mt. LeConte via Trillium Gap. Great made-to-order breakfast. Beautiful river view from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025