SIDNEY JAMES MOUNTAIN LODGE GATLINBURG | Gatlinburg ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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610 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

Sidney James Mountain Lodge - A pet-friendly Gatlinburg hotel with indoor/outdoor pools and mountain stream views

Located minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Sidney James Mountain Lodge features direct access to the Twin Creeks Trail, a 4.6-mile family-friendly hiking path. The hotel's Creekside rooms offer private balconies overlooking a mountain stream, while standard accommodations come equipped with mini-fridges, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs. An indoor heated pool, outdoor swimming pool, children's pool area, and sauna provide year-round recreation options. The on-site Poolside Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and seasonal dinner. A Gatlinburg trolley stop located at the hotel entrance connects guests to downtown attractions including the Space Needle, Sugarlands Distilling Company, and Ripley's Aquarium. This Gatlinburg hotel sits 49.5 miles from McGhee Tyson Airport.

Sidney James Mountain Lodge: Pros

- Direct access to Twin Creeks Trail and Gatlinburg Trail, one of few pet-friendly paths in the national park - Scenic outdoor picnic areas along a mountain stream - Multiple pool options including indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, and children's pool - Dedicated meeting space accommodating up to 150 guests

Sidney James Mountain Lodge: Cons

- 49.5 miles distance from nearest airport - Seasonal operation hours for some amenities including Poolside Cafe dinner service

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205 sq. feet

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295 sq. feet

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605 sq. feet

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City Center

Gatlinburg4600 ft

Airports

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 47.5 mi

Asheville Regional (AVL) 86.0 mi

Facilities

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

Fun Indoor Pools

“I had a wonderful time enjoying the indoor pool with my family. It was clean, and not only did my kids have a blast, but the area was well-equipped for both younger children and adults. The ambiance was cozy, and although the chlorine was a bit strong, it’s part of the fun!” view full review

Great Poolside Cafe

“The cafe by the pool was a fantastic surprise! They offered a wide selection of tasty food at reasonable prices. My family and I enjoyed our meals there, especially during our poolside breaks. It was convenient to grab a bite without having to step too far from the water.” view full review

Perfect for Kids

“This hotel was a hit with my kids! They loved the float items available at the pools, allowing them to have endless fun. The pools kept them entertained while I relaxed nearby. It made for a perfect family getaway!” view full review

Comfortable Room Setup

“Our room was quite spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. While it may be a bit dated, it was very clean and well-stocked. We felt right at home, and the great view from our balcony overlooking the creek was an added bonus.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Tennis court
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Free shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
BBQ facilities
Spa lounge
Solarium
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

610 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

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610 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States of America, 37738

City landmarks

Aquarium

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

5000 ft

903 Parkway Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

3000 ft

115 Historic Nature Trail

Gatlinburg Space Needle

3100 ft

611 Parkway

Souvenir shopping

4800 ft

Convention Center

Gatlinburg Convention Center

3200 ft

908 Parkway

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

3000 ft

Museums

Hollywood Star Cars Museum

3100 ft

Ski Elevator

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

3400 ft

919 Parkway

Amazing Mirror Maze

3200 ft

Gallery

Smoky Mountain Art Gallery

2300 ft

Amusement Park

Earthquake

4300 ft

Museums

Gatlinburg Pinball Museum

2500 ft

576 Parkway

Anakeesta

1.0 mi

800 Parkway

Ripley's Believe It or Not Gatlinburg

2900 ft

Museums

Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens

3700 ft

742 Parkway

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church

2800 ft

716 Parkway # 37838

World of Illusions

3200 ft

424 River Rd

Mysterious Mansion

3800 ft

631 Parkway

Guinness World Records Adventure

4300 ft

650 Parkway

Ole Smoky Barrelhouse

4100 ft

576 Parkway At the intersection of the parkway 441 & 321

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

3600 ft

Broadway Theatre

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

1.1 mi

904 Parkway

Ripley's Moving Theater

3000 ft

Museums

Ripley's Believe It or Not

3200 ft

Winery

Sugarland Cellars

4700 ft

Ski Area

Ober Gatlinburg

5200 ft

Nearby

Church

Trinity Episcopal Church

800 ft

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

Noah Bud Ogle Cabin

1200 ft

Church

St Mary's Catholic Church

1700 ft

Parks

Mynatt Park

2000 ft

Restaurants

Bearland Grill & General Store

1800 ft

305 Historic Nature Trl

Subway

2100 ft

223 Historical Nature Trail

Hot Diggitty Dawg

3800 ft

968 Parkway Suite 14

LeConte Deli Ober Gatlinburg

4100 ft

1001 Parkway Suite 2

Sidewalk Cafe at Ober Gatlinburg

4100 ft

1001 Parkway Suite 2

Slice Pizza Bakery

2700 ft

117 Historic Nature Trl Arcadia

Dunkin'

2800 ft

812 Parkway Ste 106 Ste 106

Baskin-Robbins

3000 ft

815 Parkway Suite 2

Maypops

3300 ft

754 Parkway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

rate their stay as perfect and would happily return

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

9.0

Service

7.0

Dining

6.0

3/5 based on 1083 reviews

#48 of 71 hotels in Gatlinburg based on Tripadvisor

Samuel

United States of America, February 2025

6.6/10

While the hotel had a nice creek-side view and the pool area was well-kept, my overall experience was overshadowed by cleanliness issues in my room and maintenance problems. The dining options could improve, but the staff was accommodating throughout my stay. Prices were reasonable, but I expected a better quality for what I paid.

Rooms

5.0

The room had a pleasant creek-side view, but I encountered some cleanliness issues including ants and a piece of gum under the fitted sheet. The overall atmosphere was affected by a chemical odor, which wasn’t ideal.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful, accommodating my late check-in, but I wish they had been more proactive in addressing housekeeping issues.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located, close to the main street yet peaceful enough to enjoy the sounds of the creek. It was great for walks to nearby attractions.

Dining

6.0

Dining options on-site were decent, but could use a bit of variety. Breakfast was just okay.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was well-maintained and a nice area to relax, but the overall facilities felt a bit dated.