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Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
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Property grounds
Water view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Place, Gatlinburg Space Needle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gatlinburg SkyPark
    ‪14 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

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Creekside Two Doubles - No pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

King Jacuzzi Suite - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pets not allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Single Queen Room - No pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Gatlinburg

You'll be centrally located in Gatlinburg with a stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge, within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and Gatlinburg SkyPark. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Anakeesta and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gatlinburg SkyPark - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anakeesta - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugarlands Distilling Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Puckers Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Gatlinburg Space Needle
Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided 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 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 186 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at Poolside Cafe serving the guests of Sidney James Mountain Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Gatlinburg? This hotel has 1600 square feet (149 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Poolside Cafe - Onsite café.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces 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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 cot

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 16 2026 to February 27 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number yes

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub

Property is also known as

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 803 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1405 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
everything was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I did not read the part about the pet fee I booked for 2 days but I only had money on me for the dog to say one they basically told me I could leave then. Also bring up there and ask for batteries for the remote control they said they would be around about 4:00 p.m. I asked at 11:00 a.m. cannot watch TV all day I ended up leaving after the first night due to no TV I was pissed because they told me I could leave over the pet fee very rude the room had a smell that you absolutely could not get past!! Never again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room and nice balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

john, MUSKEGON

Staff was great. Room was just ok. great location on the shuttle path. This pla
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dustin

Ants in the bed wraps in air conditioning I stepped on a wasp and got stung my wife is highly allergic they switching rooms it started since day one
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and very good prices on their rooms. Their indoor heated pool and hot tub are awesome 🤘 i highly recommend this hotel for families that are on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great!! The staff was helpful, the location 10-15min walk into town. Room was very spacious, clean, and the water pressure/temp was great. I would definitely stay here again. The balcony was nice to sit and relax. There were other reviews about bugs in the room. There were two, but it didnt bother me. All the way up at the very top of the ceiling, and also we're right by the woods. There's going to be bugs. The cafe has breakfast/lunch options. I also saw 2 black bears. Overall I very much enjoyed my stay and the scenery
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. Convenient to everything. Pool and hot tub was good. Exactly as advertised .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

January

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room nasty, mold in bathroom shower curtain moldy bad places in carpet over nasty place. Hairs cooked into our breakfast food. Just disgusting will never stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

ianis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Trim peice above fireplace fell off randomly and they claimed to have breakfast but dont advertise it as you have to pay for it they make it seem like its free
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, awesome pool and Jacuzzi area, had a wonderful stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal Gem

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Leland

Dog friendly available for larger dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dezrae

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Clean spacious rooms. Ease of check in/out! In a great spot right off the strip !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great. IT's an older hotel but it's clean. The staff super nice. I like that it's a family owned hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Staff was amazing! Shout out to shawn the manger for helping us out!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cordell

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall staff was wonderful in every way, did everything they could to help my stay more enjoyable. However the rooms are very outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025