Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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Exterior
Heirloom Suite | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Serenity Glen | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Anakeesta
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪67 min drive‬
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Room options

Majestic Glen with Soaking Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Heirloom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Majestic Glen with Fireplace and Soaking Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gatlinburg

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. This 36-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Anakeesta - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • SkyPark - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tennessee Cider Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ole Red - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Pantry - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Adults-only hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include a terrace and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and minibars. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Heirloom Room

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1935
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 21 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 16.46 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Rocky Waters Gatlinburg
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Rocky Waters Motor Hotel Gatlinburg
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

As of Apr 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel on Apr 10, 2025 start from $109.0, 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's there to see within easy reach of Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Gatlinburg based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Anakeesta. You'll also find SkyPark and Gatlinburg Space Needle less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

This adults-only hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Heirloom Room.

Will Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel for a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

The closest major airport to Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which is about 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring river views.

Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great hotel. Gatinburg is horrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
12-25-24
Would love to stay in the summertime. It was a bit chilly (being Christmas) The Heirloom restaurant made up for it! Comfortable bed in small and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
BEWARE: NOT LUXURY---more Comfort Inn at best!!
"Luxury " is an overstatement and you know that if you have had luxury stays. This is still a motor court motel despite the remodel. Upon check in we drove past the place. Right off the parkway, there is a privacy fence with open privacy gates. One end of the gate had what looked like a valet stand and that's what we thought it was. We drove past a string of shops to park and walk back to find the registration to check in. We walked into what appeared would be an office attached to the motel, but it was a pizza place. Continuing on down the motel we approached the "valet" and found out he was the check in. Weird because the temperature was near freezing and he was sitting there waiting for check ins. We felt bad for him. He checked us in and took us to the room. A standard king room on the small side, a window the length of the room with the nice river view. Noticed NO CURTAINS/shades. Not for privacy so much as wanting to sleep in after the long drive. We unpacked and showered, shared our disappointment. No iron or board we had to ask for one and they only had a steamer left. When the checking guy brought the steamer he said he had a room with shades. We packed up and moved rooms. Same size room smaller window and a toilet that wobbled🙄. Very small fridge for a 5 night stay and no microwave to bring leftovers back for later. The hvac worked better with the decorative grate removed but that took extra space in the room. For the price/day this place not worth $
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YASIRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect thank
Amazing . Definitely come backgc
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun place to stay right in the water.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the patio with river in eyesight, clean room, relaxing soaking tub, overall loved my stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PERFECT for couples
Loved it. Beautiful. Since close to town easy to walk around and even has a trolley pick up and drop off. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ernie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked our room and the staff was excellent. The drawbacks were parking and room access. We stayed on the 2nd floor, and there was a steep ramp to get to it. Very inconvenient. Other than that, really nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view awesome bed loved the balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was welcoming and helpful. Very beautiful and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No microwave. Didn’t like the sink outside the bathroom. Nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

perez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went the week before Thanksgiving would highly recommend to others
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pretty area. Loved the view from the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Great room on the stream
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booking one night and extended our stay because we loved it so much. Check in was fast and the rooms are so cozy, well decorated and the sound of the river running makes it a truly unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guy help me to Check in at the door was so helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024