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Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel

Stay at Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort in Gatlinburg. Enjoy indoor & outdoor pools, free Wi-Fi, and easy access to Ripley's Aquarium and Smoky Mountains.

404 Airport Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 2786 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Indoor and outdoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort near Gatlinburg’s main attractions

Visitors appreciate the convenient location, spacious suites, and friendly staff, while noting ongoing renovations and some practical limitations in amenities.

Guests often praise

  • Spacious, clean, and modern suites equipped with full kitchens and in-unit laundry facilities.
  • Welcoming and accommodating staff who provide attentive service.
  • Convenient location within walking distance to downtown Gatlinburg and local attractions.
  • Family-friendly amenities including indoor and outdoor pools and a water park/splash pad.
  • Good value for the size and features of the luxury suites.

Worth knowing

  • Ongoing villa upgrades and renovations may affect some guest experiences.
  • No on-site restaurant or room service; nearby dining options are available.
  • The indoor hot tub is small, and noise from children can be noticeable in common areas.
  • Parking deck is convenient but has narrow corners, requiring careful driving.
  • The hot water supply may be insufficient for filling large tubs, especially in master bedrooms.

Best for

  • Families seeking spacious accommodations with kid-friendly activities.
  • Visitors who want quick access to Gatlinburg’s main strip and nearby attractions.
  • Guests looking for LGBTQ+ welcoming places in the Smoky Mountains area.
  • Travelers valuing suite-style living with modern amenities and flexible space.
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel, offers spacious airy suites in a casual setting just off Route 441 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The property is designed to accommodate families and guests seeking a relaxed mountain retreat, featuring both indoor and outdoor swimming pools along with a water park and game room to keep visitors entertained. Free Wi-Fi and a welcoming atmosphere add to its convenience and comfort.

Located at 404 Airport Rd, this resort hotel benefits from easy access to popular local attractions. It is within an eight-minute walk of Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium and about four miles from Ober Gatlinburg amusement park. Nearby activities include the expansive Great Smoky Mountains National Park and outdoor adventures at Anakeesta, making the location attractive for those looking to explore both natural and family-friendly sites.

Guest reviews highlight the property's strengths in location and amenities, with many appreciating the proximity to downtown Gatlinburg and the opportunity to walk to main attractions. The onsite water park and heated pools receive positive mentions, although some note ongoing villa renovations and occasional noise from children as factors to consider. Limitations such as the absence of an on-site restaurant and a small indoor hot tub have also been reported.

The resort is known to be LGBTQ+ friendly and draws visitors looking for a balance of resort facilities and easy access to outdoor recreation. The overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 from over 2,700 reviews reflects solid guest satisfaction, with the property serving well for families, groups, and travelers who prioritize an active itinerary and comfortable accommodations near Gatlinburg's key attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor and outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kid-friendly
Kitchen in all rooms
Hot tub
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

NH
Nattalie Henry Apr 20, 2026
10

Their hotel is top notch. The room amenities were up to date but would recommend separate washer and dryer. There is round the clock coffee. The game is there for the children to entertain themselves. The front desk crew was very jovial and welcoming

JC
Jonathan Chisenhall Mar 30, 2026
8.0

This location resides within walking distance of the main strip in Gatlinburg. We did not move our vehicle during our visit. There are some nice views from certain villas. My kid loved the water park. They are in the process of upgrading the villas.

RH
Rick H Mar 29, 2026
8.0

Review mentions suite only features Pros: Good location, great value for luxury suites, numerous amenities on property In-unit laundry Full sized kitchen Clean and modern interiors Cons: (depending on your point of view): A lot of noisy children around and above Indoor hot tub is tiny Mixed (neither positive nor negative): Parking deck is convenient to units, however it is very narrow around the corners and should be taken very slowly. No on-site restaurant or room service Resort fee $15/day (the lowest amount I’ve paid for a ‘resort fee’) Incidental hold $115 10 am check out is earlier than normal

BA
Brittany Ammer Mar 27, 2026
8.0

We stayed the week after Thanksgiving. This employees were so wonderful, very friendly and so knowledgeable. The location is PERFECT. Now, here comes the bad.... The soaker tub in the master bedrooms was FREEZING because the hot water heater isn't big enough to support the amount of water needed to fill up the tub. This was a first for us, as we always use the tubs for our kids and this could not be used unless you wanted them to freeze. Which was ALMOST as disappointing as the set up of this resort in relations to the pool.... Whoever thought it was a good idea to have guests walk outside to get to the pool needs to be replaced. The indoor water park is actually part of the hotel next door and not the resort. Which means you have to walk through the side of the parking garage on the outside of the building to get into the water park offered. Also, the sales department window looks over the entire waterpark. Which means employees were staring at us the entire time we were at the water park. The design of this set up was deeply flawed and should be remedied. With that said, the employees were very friendly and the location of the resort was really perfect. But these major flaws in the resort is why we will not be back. After visiting resorts in various states, this is one we will never return to. Very disappointing.

RS
Ryan Szarkowicz Feb 07, 2026
10

Quick 5 min walk to downtown. They currently renovating rooms to upgrade the the stay. The water park/ splash pad was good for all ages. Nice heated outdoor pool and the out door hot tub was good. Good view of the mountains and

BB
Beth Barber Feb 03, 2026
10

We're here at least 2x/ year. It's just a few hours drive from home and we LVE it. Convenient location within walking distance of just about everything. The Log Cabin Pancake House is right across the street. Wish it had a bar/restaurant on site, but other than that, it's one of our favorite resorts.

AC
Adela Casey Jan 11, 2026
10

For us great location, off beaten path. Nuce walk to main drag. Unit recently updated, extremely nicely done. We had a 1/1, perfect for us! Exceptional. The staff are all so great and accommodating...made us feel extra special. Highly recommend.

VM
Vince M Jan 02, 2026
10

Never disappointed when I stay here. Even through their renovations, management was very cautious conscious about making sure all guests were still able to enjoy their stay. Savvy - you’re the best and I hope to see you again behind the counter when we visit again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel

Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA

This casual hotel off Route 441 is an 8-minute walk from the Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium and 4 miles from Ober Gatlinburg amusement park.

  • Ober Mountain, Bennetts BBQ, Big Daddy's Pizzeria 13 min Walk
  • Holiday Inn Express, Smokey Mountain Resort 1 min Walk
  • Quality Inn, Howard's Restaurant 11 min Walk
  • McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 14 Car
  • Asheville Regional Airport 1 hr 56 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Tennessee. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park 1 reviews

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

United States

4.9 · National Park
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies 43,678 reviews

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, United States

4.6 · Aquarium
Anakeesta 15,855 reviews

Anakeesta

576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, United States

4.2 · Theme Park
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