Bear Creek Inn

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping

Parking included

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

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125 Spruce Ln, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Historic Ogle Log Cabin
6 min walk
Anakeesta
9 min walk
Traffic Light #5
10 min walk
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
69 min drive

Room options

2 Double Beds

River view
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds

2 King Beds

River view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

2 Double Beds, Accessible

River view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds, Accessible, with Roll-in Shower

River view
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds

2 Queen Beds

River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool

Breakfast included

Kids pool

Parking included

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Riverfront motel in Gatlinburg with free parking

This smoke-free motel features free self parking, free WiFi in public areas, and a vending machine.

Bear Creek Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. 45-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Gatlinburg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Bear Creek Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Anakeesta. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.

Free WiFi
Free self parking
Amenities include an elevator and a vending machine
Guests like the accommodations for the cleanliness, comfy beds, and overall comfort
Within a 15-minute walk of Anakeesta and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Bear Creek Inn offers its guests a vending machine and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Gatlinburg motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

Free uncovered self-parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
On-site parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

Microwave
Mini-fridge

Conveniences

Lift
Vending machine

Guest services

Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Step-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets

Bathroom

Shower/bath combination
Towels

Entertainment

45-inch LCD TV
TV channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Coffee grinder
Microwave
Mini fridge

Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 20

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:30 PM)

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Administrative fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Bear Creek Inn Motel

Bear Creek Inn Gatlinburg

Bear Creek Inn Motel Gatlinburg

Bear Creek Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This little hidden gem is my favorite place to stay in Gatlinburg. The creek behind the property is soothing and this time of year the bear activity is abundant. Such a perfect place to get away, and the Parkway shopping is only a ten minute walk. Best of both worlds.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Walter

Travelled with partner

17 Sept 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The door would not lock all the way so I felt unsafe. The ironing board legs were broken. The TV had lines going across the screen so you could not view it properly. The comforter was ripped and torn and they charged unexpected fees

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Travelled with family

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I really enjoyed it. If I were to go back to the area I would stay there again

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

The stay was good the motel where we stayed is where we usually stay in Gatlinburg Tennessee. We will go back and start there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber Jo

Travelled with group

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with family

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was a very nice place to stay. Was within walking distance. In the evenings while relaxing on the balcony was able to see nature and had the chance to see a few black bears.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Devin

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall great experience

Hotel was close to everything, beds were comfortable, and the stream right outside of our room was beautiful. Only downside was the floors weren’t the cleanest, but everything else was fine. The reviews about the bears are true however you are in the home of the bears. If you go to Gatlinburg be prepared to see bears, don’t let the other reviews of the bears scare you away. The hotel was pretty nice for the price.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

17 Aug 2024

As always, Bear Creek Inn delivered! My favorite thing about Gatlinburg is the bears and they were beautiful and up close this time! The beds are super comfy, the staff knows me, and there is nothing negative I can say about this little hidden gem.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Travelled with family

13 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

terrible

terrible front desk person, property was not at all like the description on website

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Randal

Travelled with partner

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

Peaple above us were smoking on the balconey and ashes wre dropping onto our balconey.No clean towels were left the next day and the coffee was not replaced for the next morning.After about 5 o'clock there was no one in the office to ask for toweels or coffee.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Travelled with family

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The Creek behind the hotel was wonderful. We really enjoyed setting on the balcony drinking coffee and listening to the creek run. There were several restaurants close by and everything was in walking distance. We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice view

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Duane

Travelled with partner

2 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had a Bear get in back of my truck and destroy brand new cooler!! Staff acted like no big deal. Also done heavy damage to a Suv on driver side . One lady took pictures of bear walking on second floor balcony and even filed police report!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirela

1 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

30 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel manager Greg B refused to give me his senior boss’s email, stating his manager lives out of state so he couldn’t give me an email - which makes no sense. I had very serious concerns regarding the behavior and lack of professionalism with the Hotel Manager. I was concerned he would enter our room in the middle of the night after being threatening. In addition, Black Bears are very comfortable at this property and walk up all the stairs to each floor, and are roam the property daily. The Hotel staff doesn’t acknowledge the bears being present, nor do they provide any bear safety information. The Bear Creek Inn is the only hotel property in Gatlinburg you will find horrible bear safety practices. This bear will most likely have to be put down due to the negligence of this staff. Horrid.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

29 Jul 2024

Liked: Staff & service

It was just ok

It was ok,.They took an old rundown motel and threw a few $$$ into it. Its fine if your just going to spend a day. I wouldn't stay any longer.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Ryan

27 Jul 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

The creek running along the back of the hotel was beautiful. The office was closed upon arrival, and it was loud throughout the night as drunk people returned to their rooms.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024