When you stay at Bear Creek Inn in Gatlinburg, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. .This motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Titanic Museum.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Gatlinburg SkyPark - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
Tennessee Cider Company - 11 min walk
Cliff Top Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
Pancake Pantry - 12 min walk
Ole Red - 7 min walk
Subway - 11 min walk
About this property
Bear Creek Inn
Bear Creek Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. 45-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Gatlinburg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 39 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include an elevator and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
In a national park
In the mountains
On a river
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
45-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Bear Creek Inn Motel
Bear Creek Inn Gatlinburg
Bear Creek Inn Motel Gatlinburg
Bear Creek Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Such a lovely spot and stay at clean and it’s beautiful view of the creek was such a peaceful time. Another amazing thing is that most attractions are at a walking distance and don’t have to worry about paying for parking to explore this beautiful town. What an amazing experience, can’t wait to go back!
Yuriana
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
4/10 Poor
Alicia
24 Jan 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room had plenty of space. As other reviews dead bugs and not clean. Stains on linens and the back patio to the view did not seem safe at all. Was only there one night because our cabin had no openings but would not stay there again. Updated looking photos are correct except it was probably updated years ago and not cleaned since.
We really enjoyed our 1 night stay! We only stayed 1 night because we had another hotel room back near nashville, but we decided to make the drive to Gatlinburg for 1 night. Beautiful balcony view, easy parking and walkable to everything. We would definitely return for another vacation! Staff was helpful and kind.
The room was not clean, especially the floor. Although the staff was nice, the room was not ready for visitors and had a bad smell when we arrived. I could not recommend this property.
Overall it was a pleasant experience considering we went in high season.
Yamira
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
James
14 Dec 2025
James
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
4/10 Poor
Desiree
Travelled with partner
4 Dec 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
You have a view of the creek but there was trash in it. Across the creek looks to be abandoned houses so the view isn't anything special. We stayed a total of 3 nights. On the 3rd night I woke up to something crawling up my arm. We just wanted a quick inexpensive room to get away and that is what we got.