Old Creek Lodge, nestled near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offers a cozy retreat with shopping on site and a fireplace in the lobby. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or connect to free WiFi while taking in the nearby Gatlinburg Convention Center and Gatlinburg Space Needle. Guests rave about their stay.
Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Gatlinburg Space Needle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Gatlinburg SkyPark - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Gatlinburg Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Ole Smoky Distillery - 7 min walk
Sugarlands Distilling Co. - 6 min walk
Puckers Sports Bar - 8 min walk
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - 8 min walk
Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - 7 min walk
About this property
Old Creek Lodge
When you stay at Old Creek Lodge, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Convention Center are within a 15-minute walk.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Shopping
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
1 building/tower
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Seasonal outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Old Creek Lodge Gatlinburg
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Old Creek Gatlinburg
Old Creek
Old Creek Hotel Gatlinburg
Old Creek Lodge Hotel
Old Creek Lodge Gatlinburg
Old Creek Lodge Hotel Gatlinburg
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Old Creek Lodge?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Old Creek Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Old Creek Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Creek Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Old Creek Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and horseback riding. Old Creek Lodge also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Does Old Creek Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Old Creek Lodge like?
Old Creek Lodge is a short 6-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 13 minutes' walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
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Reviews
Old Creek Lodge Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options including Jimmy Dean sausage biscuits, bagels, cereal, fruit, and pastries. (8 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible with some guests even finding alternative parking options when spaces were limited. (4 reviews)
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Location
Balcony
River
Breakfast
View
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Coffee
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Spotless, comfortable, great staff, awesome shower
Aaryn
Aaryn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2026
Breakfast at the hotel was perfect for us; so much so that we never went out for breakfast which saved us money.
The beds, shower and facility are all nice and clean. The location is great, too.
When I come back, I will look to stay here again.
Casey
Casey, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Great location. Staff was very friendly!
Manuel
Manuel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
This hotel was great, clean and in a great location. I will be coming back with the kids in the summer
Tiara
Tiara, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2026
Best location. Great little breakfast. Right off main street Gatlinburg away from the chaos. A few blocks from state park trail head and parking included. Cant beat it. Walk everywhere easily. Right on the creek. Nice big room with fireplace
James
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2025
Easy access to nearby restaurants and tourist spots
ARIYAMA
ARIYAMA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Room is clean and spacious with very nice view. The staff member checking us in was very friendly.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
immaculate, lovely older hotel;, with comfortable rooms, fireplaces in rooms and great views.
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 16, 2026
Great location, parking is a bit limited if you get in late. But an employee was leaving and we parked there and then didn't move the rest of the trip. Very walkable area. Staff very friendly. Room was comfortable. Breakfast area is too cramped. Food choices were ok.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Great Stay, loved it!
Great stay, favourite hotel on our 3 week road trip…. Even got to see a bear.
Lynn
Lynn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
very warm and welcoming ..exactly what they advertised and more. Great room with balcony and fireplace also extremely clean. We had a very enjoyable stay. We highly recommend it!!
Gail
Gail, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Great place and view of the creek.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2026
All the rooms overlook the creek, which was very nice and you can hear it while you sleep. The sheets and comforters were clean and white, the whole room felt very clean and smelled good. We came in the spring so we did not use the pool. The staff was very nice and they offer a continental breakfast in the morning and cookies in the afternoon. We even saw two separate bears down in the creek while we were there. Very cool place tucked in off of the main drag on River Road but easy walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. Highly recommend.
Erica
Erica, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
We love this hotel and always stay here on our yearly visit to Gatlinburg. The rooms are spacious, have a balcony over the river and are always clean. It’s located off the main street but still walkable to everything. It’s a short 2 minute drive to the park entrance. We highly recommend Old Creek Lodge.
Amy
Amy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
The room was clean and bigger than we expected. No complaints. Would stay here again.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
The lodge was in a great location and the service was excellant, the rooms were clean and I would stay there again.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Clean well maintained property with friendly staff
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
Amazing Old Creek Lodge
Old Creek Lodge is an amazing hotel. Our family loved our stay there. Rooms were spotlessly clean and the fireplace was a bonus, It was relaxing to sit out on the balcony and watch the wildlife, including the bears. Breakfast was delicious. We certainly would return and we have told our friends about this wonderful hotel.
John
John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
The property was nice. The beds were comfy and the pillows soft. The staff was friendly. There was a small creek that ran next to the property and had 2 black bears foraging! Great stay.
james
james, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Beautiful hotel conveniently located near the park entrance and walking distance to the main street. Clean and spacious, definitely recommended
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Nice clean property on a mountain stream.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
The room was ver clean and very quite
Gulben
Gulben, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
The room was really nice overlooking the river. So nice to be able to park and walk to things. The breakfast could have been better.
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
We celebrated our daughter's 18th birthday on this trip. How memorable to be able to see a black bear play around in the creek daily!!! It truly made our vacation. We were looking for a cabin feel with a water view with a great price. Old Creek Lodge checked all the boxes. We'll definitely book our next trip with them.