BLACK BEAR INN & SUITES | Gatlinburg ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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1100 Parkway,, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

“The location made exploring Gatlinburg's attractions incredibly easy and enjoyable.”view full review

Black Bear Inn & Suites - Downtown Gatlinburg hotel with heated indoor pool, complimentary breakfast, and mountain views

Located 200 yards from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Black Bear Inn & Suites offers rooms and suites with private balconies overlooking the Smokies. Each accommodation includes a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and in-room safe. The hotel features an enclosed heated pool, hot tub, and 24-hour coffee service in the lobby. A complimentary breakfast with an omelet station is served daily. Meeting facilities include a 2700-square-foot Governor John Sevier Ballroom and an 800-square-foot Trolley Room. This Gatlinburg hotel stands within 0.5 miles of major attractions including the Gatlinburg Space Needle, Convention Center, and Amazing Mirror Maze. The Black Bear Inn & Suites sits 49.5 miles from McGhee Tyson Airport.

Pros

Walking distance to multiple restaurants including Cherokee Grill, Park Grill, and Smoky Mountain Brewery

Direct access to the Aerial Tramway station for Ober Mountain

Complimentary breakfast includes made-to-order omelets

Located on the Independence Day parade route with viewing from city-side balconies

Cons

49.5 miles from nearest airport

Area becomes congested during peak tourist seasons

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2 persons

250 m²

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2 persons

250 m²

2 King Size Beds

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Double Suite Sofa Bed

2 persons

250 m²

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Queen Suite Sofa Bed Disability Access

2 persons

300 m²

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Gatlinburg 1.3 km

Airports

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 78.7 km

Asheville Regional (AVL) 137.9 km

What our guests says about facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Spotless Room

During my stay in April 2024, I was delighted to find my king room spotless and well-maintained. The cleanliness truly made our experience enjoyable, and the comfortable decor added a nice touch to our vacation.

Jessica Thompson. United States, 2024-04-10Read full review on

Convenient Parking

I visited in July 2024 and was impressed with the ample parking spaces available, making it easy to access all hotel facilities. This convenience greatly enhanced our stay and made our arrival hassle-free.

Michael1. Canada, 2024-07-15Read full review on

Delicious Breakfast

On my trip in February 2024, the made-to-order omelets during breakfast were absolutely delicious! Fresh and hot, this feature was a fantastic way to start our day and made dining a highlight of our stay.

Emily Green. Australia, 2024-02-05Read full review on

Relaxing Pool Area

In September 2024, I had a great experience using the heated indoor pool. The temperature was just right, providing a relaxing atmosphere that perfectly complemented my vacation vibes.

David_Smith. United Kingdom, 2024-09-28Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1100 Parkway,, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

Map view

1100 Parkway,, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738

City landmarks

Aquarium

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

1.2 km

Landmark

Gatlinburg Space Needle

610 m

Landmark

Souvenir shopping

1.1 km

Ski Lift

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

610 m

Amusement Park

Earthquake

890 m

Museum

Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens

700 m

Landmark

Anakeesta

1.3 km

Landmark

Mysterious Mansion

760 m

Landmark

Guinness World Records Adventure

910 m

Landmark

Ole Smoky Barrelhouse

830 m

Landmark

World of Illusions

720 m

Theatre

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

1.4 km

Landmark

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

1.0 km

Nearby

903 Parkway Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

470 m

Convention Centre

Gatlinburg Convention Center

340 m

908 Parkway

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

420 m

Museum

Hollywood Star Cars Museum

400 m

919 Parkway

Amazing Mirror Maze

350 m

Gallery

Smoky Mountain Art Gallery

180 m

Church

St Mary's Catholic Church

310 m

Airport Road/Cherokee Orchard Road Adjacent to Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

Noah Bud Ogle Cabin

400 m

Winery

Sugarland Cellars

110 m

Museum

Gatlinburg Pinball Museum

440 m

800 Parkway

Ripley's Believe It or Not Gatlinburg

510 m

Church

Trinity Episcopal Church

540 m

742 Parkway

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church

590 m

Ski Area

Ober Gatlinburg

510 m

1001 Parkway Suite 2

Ober Gatlinburg's Wildlife Encounter

210 m

904 Parkway

Ripley's Moving Theater

420 m

Shopping Area

Tramway Mall

160 m

Restaurants

Old Dad's

120 m

1127 Parkway

LeConte Deli Ober Gatlinburg

200 m

1001 Parkway Suite 2

Hot Diggitty Dawg

200 m

968 Parkway Suite 14

Bearland Grill & General Store

790 m

305 Historic Nature Trl

Subway

710 m

223 Historical Nature Trail

Dunkin'

470 m

812 Parkway Ste 106 Ste 106

Baskin-Robbins

190 m

815 Parkway Suite 2

Auntie Anne's

560 m

762 Parkway

Maypops

600 m

754 Parkway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

3.5/5 based on 847 reviews

#45 of 70 hotels in Gatlinburg based on Tripadvisor

Paul

United States, February 2025

6.2/10

This hotel had its ups and downs. I loved the warm, welcoming vibe from the staff, who genuinely seemed to care about our happiness. The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore Gatlinburg without the hustle and bustle. However, we faced some issues with cleanliness and had to deal with cold showers, which were disappointing given the price we paid. Overall, it could use some improvements.

Rooms

5.0

The room was spacious, but it felt a bit dated with some maintenance issues. I found a bug crawling around, and the lock on the door needed attention.

Service

5.0

While the staff was polite, the level of service could definitely use some improvement. We had issues that were not resolved promptly, which left us feeling frustrated.

Location

9.0

The hotel was ideally located at the quieter end of the strip, which was a big plus, allowing us to easily access restaurants and attractions nearby.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast had its highlights, especially with fresh-made options, but there were also instances of processed items that were less appealing.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities, including the pool and Jacuzzi, were nice additions to the stay. However, they could benefit from a little upkeep to enhance the experience.

Friendly atmosphere

Cleanliness issues