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Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a sauna

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby sitting area
Cafe

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Anakeesta
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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King Bed Deluxe - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Creekside Two Queens - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Not Allowed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtside - Pet Friendly)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Single Queen Room - No pets | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Sidney James Mountain Lodge places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark. This 186-room hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a sauna
Sidney James Mountain Lodge features 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking and an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a sauna, and a children's pool.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hydrotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (35 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number yes

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Sidney James Mountain Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sidney James Mountain Lodge on Dec 7, 2025 start from $49.48, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

This hotel is located in Gatlinburg, a short 19-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and also 10 minutes on foot from Gatlinburg Space Needle. You'll also find Gatlinburg SkyPark and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Is a spa located at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Spa services at the hotel include hydrotherapy.

Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge feature a casino?

No, Sidney James Mountain Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 11:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from April until October.

Is Sidney James Mountain Lodge good for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sidney James Mountain Lodge serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Poolside Cafe.

Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sidney James Mountain Lodge for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

The closest major airport to Sidney James Mountain Lodge is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 27.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at Sidney James Mountain Lodge offer a balcony and may feature river views.

Reviews

Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 708 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1267 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

W Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, a little dated could use some modernization. Overall outstanding staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice option for budget friendly travelers. Love that it’s on the bus route so no need to drive in a busy town. Good at the restaurant was actually super good. Give it a try:) thank you for a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice properly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay as usual, what’s not to like about this place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Everett

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristofor

Liked: Staff & service

Smelly sweet good times

Lots of mirrors… the big hot tub was a nice touch, but it was janky and broken in some parts. The room smelled of old days of galloping around nude chasing your company with an inflatable pool toys. Well, the fireplace is good for romance as well, the carpet feels musty and the air is damp… the curtains don’t close completely so unless you’re an exhibitionist you’ll love it! All in all, the check in was easy and quick, the room was a relic of the good ol’ party days you had in you, the bed was comfy enough for tired bones after a lot of walking the strip of Gatlinburg or Smoky Mountain exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was small restaurant in the hotel that had great food and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love being on the water had a really nice sitting area rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

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

Anniversary Stay

My husband and I went for our 25th anniversary. Absolutely love our stay here. The creek in the back is gorgeous! Indoor pool and hot tub wonderful!!! The convenience of having the trolley stop in front was awesome!! Won’t regret staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fernanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was terrific. Pools were great, nice and clean. Friendly staff. The amenities were plentiful. It is a tad dated, but nothing bad. Would stay again. We loved the in-room whirlpool tub. The fireplace would be awesome in the cooler weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

elmine, Acworth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a bit outdated, but the friendly staff made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable bed, enjoyed the walk to downtown. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Towanda

Traveled with family
I just think this place has false advertising
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy staying here. Very clean. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Stewart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the spacious room. Bathroom was on the small size. The fireplace was unique in the corner. I loved the rocking chairs that were out on the balcony. The Poolside Cafe was a nice place to eat. Not much of a wait for food. We had breakfast and a dinner there.
Rocking chairs on the balcony
Looking from balcony door through the room
“Closet” area
Desk area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is not what is appears in the app. It was dirty and wasnt eve. The room i picked
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

teresa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
If you are looking for a cheaper place its ok...but rooms are on the older side and a musty smell we will never stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Pet friendly motel in great location. The rooms are somewhat dated BUT clean, comfy bed, fantastic price! The best thing was the beautiful park 1/2 block away to walk our dog.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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