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
Serenity Glen | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Heirloom Suite | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
333 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Historic Ogle Log Cabin
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Anakeesta
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Traffic Light #5
    ‪9 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

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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
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 10 min walk
  • SkyPark - 16 min walk
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 18 min walk
  • Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 4 min drive

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

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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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 Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel on Feb 24, 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay 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, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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. 109 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 143 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable and the noise level was low. I
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eyler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located right on the main street (Parkway) in Gatlinburg. So everything was within walking distance. Yet, surprisingly, there was no traffic noise in the room. Very clean room which was remodeled only a few months ago. I would defintely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bhagirath

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found fungus and insects in the room. We did notify the receptionist without any success. Would not recommend this hotel for a stay to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad, Chattanooga

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Semerra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Loved the property! Really enjoyed my stay. Room is exactly like the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from balcony was amazing. I'm looking forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Raul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice but you can hear everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Salem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best customer service. Staff was so welcoming and kind throughout stay. Great location the river drowned out the noise of the area. It felt like staying in a cabin. So close to all the things you’d want to see. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
Beautiful and charming in an excellent location. Loved the adults only aspect and the reserved parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the easy check in and how we were able to park 4 ft from our room. Everything was in walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Abbie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Help
I never even got to check in. They do not have a front desk so i called and they made me wait over an hour and twenty minutes in the parking lot for a guy that never showed up. I had to book another room and pay for it through hotels.com and now i can't get a clear answer about being refunded due to the hotels inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff - prompt service - quiet - clean - good value. Restaurant was excellent as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sondra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024