Sidney James Mountain Lodge

2.5 star property
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers
Hallway
Room | Jetted tub
Room | Living area
Balcony view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
610 Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
  • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    8 min walk
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle
    10 min walk
  • Log Cabin Pancake House
    5 min walk
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    71 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtside - Pet Friendly)

  • 27.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • 27 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room

  • 52.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Bed Deluxe - No Pets

  • 28.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Creekside Two Queens - No Pets

  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Jacuzzi Suite - No Pets

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

  • 27.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room

  • 22.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Gatlinburg

You'll be centrally located in Gatlinburg with a stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge, within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Space Needle and SkyPark. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Island at Pigeon Forge.

What's nearby

  • Gatlinburg Convention Center - 8 min walk
  • Gatlinburg Space Needle - 10 min walk
  • SkyPark - 12 min walk
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - 18 min walk
  • Anakeesta - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Distillery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crawdaddy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Son Corner Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crockett's Breakfast Camp - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Sidney James Mountain Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a sauna
Sidney James Mountain Lodge offers 186 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Gatlinburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a spa tub, a sauna, and a children's pool.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa tub.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 186 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at Poolside Cafe serving the guests of Sidney James Mountain Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Gatlinburg? This hotel has 1600 square feet (149 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Poolside Cafe - Onsite café.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–10 AM: USD 6-12 per person
  • 1 restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • A hot tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference space (1600 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hydrotherapy

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Premium channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 15:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa tub

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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1010 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1010 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first stay there, the staff was very friendly, helpful. We enjoyed our stay, we will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

CLARK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was close to shopping and dining. The room was smaller than expected. The sink was outside the bathroom which seemed odd.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the whole stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about this property except that I found some roaches in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sherrye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked seeing the bears close by
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice place to stay!
The staff was very friendly during checkin and throughout our stay. They always greeted us when walking thought the lobby. The rooms were clean and the price was very reasonable. The room was a little outdated but we would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room along with all the pools and hottub! 10/10 would book a room again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so great
With an excellent rating I would have expected something a little nicer. The room was ok but it smelled bad and was not what I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sally

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lady who helped me was lovely, but nothing was updated at the hotel nor on the Expedia app for this hotel. She told me to stay out of sight with my dog-made me nervous. I tried to call Expedia to say they don’t allow dogs my pet’s size and the fees were not clearly written on there and they do not include breakfast at this hotel. The phone didn’t work in my room and the bathroom faucet leaked. The carpet was brown dirty to the touch and a bear got on my car (and I traveled with 2 little children). Not cool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful the indoor pool was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me and the wife go there every year and always have a good time and great memories
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room that we received was very spacious. I loved the layout with the bedroom being an upstairs loft. I looked clean and quaint with an old fashioned look to it. However, we booked a three night stay. We didn’t return until after 10 pm nightly. The upstairs toilet had issues with the tank not refilling. Then, we saw a roach on night one while watching television. On night two, we saw seven roaches throughout the room. Needless to say, we cut our trip short and checked out the following morning. The management refunded my money without any issues. If it hadn’t been for the roaches, that room would have been a nice place to stay since it was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Not recommended
Room smelled heavily of mildew. No additional pillows were available. Staff was not very caring. Food was decent in cafe. Main bldg seemed to be in better shape, but the bldg across the street (ours) needs a lot of attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our trip was absolutely wonderful, felt welcome comfortable. It was like a dream , complete bliss, my husband and I had a great time and will return.. thanks to Sidney James we have a fairytale to tell our grandbabies
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
spacious room. trolly stop nearby. friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, pet friendly, great pools
It was an affordable, clean place to stay that allowed our pug to stay with us. My kids and I loved the pools and hot tub. The room was basic, exactly as described, but all we needed. The breakfast at the poolside cafe was delicious. We will definitely be staying here anytime we bring our doggy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

HOVIK, GLENDALE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was ok and close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024