Grand Vista Hotel

2.5 star property

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A hotel lobby with a leather sofa, a reception desk, a computer, and a large window.
A living room with a leather sofa, two lamps, a mirror, and a door leading outside.
Reception
Classic Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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11597 Scott Hwy, Helenwood, TN, 37756
  • Place, Museum of Scott County
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky Splash Water Park
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Helenwood

Located within a mile (2 km) of Museum of Scott County, Grand Vista Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Senator Howard H. Baker Library. Each of the 49 rooms at this hotel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Scott County - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area - 22 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Kentucky Splash Water Park - 50 min drive - 45.4 miles
  • University of the Cumberlands - 51 min drive - 46.3 miles
  • Historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary - 58 min drive - 50.1 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phillips Drive In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gather - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Flonnie's Drive-In - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Grand Vista Hotel

Grand Vista Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and free newspapers. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Grand Vista Hotel?

Grand Vista Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Vista Hotel?

As of Jul 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Vista Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from $115, including 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.

What's there to do around Grand Vista Hotel?

This hotel is located in Helenwood within a short 20-minute walk of Museum of Scott County. You'll also find Brimstone Recreation and Flat Creek Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Grand Vista Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Grand Vista Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Grand Vista Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Vista Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does Grand Vista Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Grand Vista Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Grand Vista Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Grand Vista Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Grand Vista Hotel for a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night.

Does Grand Vista Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grand Vista Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Grand Vista Hotel.

Grand Vista Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 284 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Staff is always friendly - this is a great place to lay your head at night after riding at brimstone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

The room was nice and clean. Staff was kind. It was quite. We didn't have any trouble at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and hot tub were not functional. As competitors in an Irish Road Bowling tournament in Historic Rugby, we were looking to have access to the hot tub on Saturday evening to help with our recovery to compete the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is good. I will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first choice in hotels when I visit the area Always clean, Staff is always welcoming and friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best motel within 20 miles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Best hotel in town

Staff was polite and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Amenities
Heat didn't work, hair all o er the bathroom and no free breakfast as advertised. This place is a joke for the money being spent. Never going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet and near Big South Fork.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Coeli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lori

Disliked: Cleanliness

Our stay

Advertising says continental breakfast and none was supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff courteous, effient liked no carpet in rooms. Breakfast poor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a nice and quiet place. Is well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebbeca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Staff was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and quiet friendly staff room promptly cleaned each day (stayed five days) breakfast available
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised! For the budget conscious traveler, this hotel is a 1. Clean, renovated rooms, very nice employees, you can't lose staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tena

The desk clerk was friendly. But she failed to tell me that they didn't serve breakfast, even though it says so on the website. Parking was good. The room was clean, but when I got out of the shower, every towel on the shelf was stained. For the price, I expected alot better!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, our room(106) appeared to have some mold on the ceiling. Not a bad place to stay overnight
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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

Excellent Overnight

This was a great place. Not expensive, excellent bedside reading lights, a good shower, a fridge is good shape, with a freezer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet rooms. Bed was firm which I like. Nice for not being part of a national chain
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little property near Big South Fork National Recreation Area. Staff was great. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022