Sidney James Mountain Lodge puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Gatlinburg Convention Center and SkyPark. Guests indulge in hydrotherapy, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
186 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 16 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
On-site parking includes off-street options
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
What to do
Fishing
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Water tubing nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Skydiving nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (1600 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
2 outdoor pools
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Poolside Cafe – On-site café.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 12 2025 to March 21 2025 (dates subject to change):
One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 15 March:
One of the swimming pools
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub
Policies
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.
Also known as
James Sidney
Sidney James
Sidney James Mountain Lodge
Sidney James Mountain Lodge Gatlinburg
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Sidney James Mountain Gatlinburg
Sidney James Mountain Hotel Gatlinburg
Sidney James Mountain
Sidney James Lodge
Sidney James Mountain Lodge Hotel
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Sidney James Mountain Lodge Hotel Gatlinburg
Frequently asked questions
Does Sidney James Mountain Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sidney James Mountain Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 16 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sidney James Mountain Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sidney James Mountain Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Sidney James Mountain Lodge also has 2 outdoor pools and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Sidney James Mountain Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Poolside Cafe. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from 12 January 2025 to 21 March 2025 (dates subject to change).
What's the area around Sidney James Mountain Lodge like?
Sidney James Mountain Lodge is located by the river, a short 19-minute walk from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 8 minutes' walk from Gatlinburg Convention Center. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Sidney James Mountain Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
8 Jan 2025
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
Serenity
Serenity, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
Nice hotel
One of the vintage hotels in town, well updated, clean, close to everything.
Floyd
Floyd, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2025
We stay at Sidney James anytime we stay in Gatlinburg. It's great for couples and families.
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2025
The pool was really nice, the rooms were really dated and not so nice! The pet friendly rooms are across the street from the pool so that was kind of a bummer! My niece enjoyed the pool so all and all it was a win!
Patsy
Patsy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Amazing relaxing getaway
My husband and I were looking for a nice pre holiday getaway with a calming water feature and this place hit the spot! The creek was so calming and the bed was very comfortable. Only complaint was the shower water pressure could be better. We loved it so much we have already booked another stay for my birthday.
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
1 Jan 2025
Older and some issues
Hotel is definitely older, but very clean and very friendly staff. We had a none working Tv in the room and it took 2 calls to the front desk before anyone fixed it. We went to the cafe at around 8:30 pm to get food, and it was EXTREMELY overpriced and tasted awful. We paid $50 for a Philly and a quesadilla with 2 cokes! The Philly was on really greasy Texas toast with onions and peppers that tasted like they had gone bad. The meat in the quesadilla was overcooked and hard. We ended up throwing the food away and going to bed hungry. It’s a quaint old hotel and I loved the creek behind us. Too bad our view was a parking lot. We won’t be staying there again.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Dec 2024
Great place to stay
Great experience!
Joel
Joel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Dec 2024
Budget friendly
Everything was really nice with the exception of the fridge. It never got cold.
Pros where it was within walking to almost everything Gatlinburg has to offer at least for us.
Angela
Angela, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Dec 2024
warren
warren, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Dec 2024
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Dec 2024
Terri
Terri, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Toshihisa
Toshihisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
KELLIE
KELLIE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
It was a beautiful place not too far of a walk amazing pool
mason
mason, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 Dec 2024
Had a great stay and the walking distance from downtown gatlinburg was great. The staff was amazing and the room was great.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Dec 2024
Brandi
Brandi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
15 Dec 2024
The only reason I am only giving 3 stars overall is because the beds were not comfortable and the wlls were paper thin so we could here the neighbor's tv all night! Otherwise the staff was super friendly and accommodating. The place was clean just outdated. The pool area was nice and the cafe was excellent!
Memory
Memory, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
15 Dec 2024
Christmas light weekend
Need new matress. They are horrible. Door didn't shut very well. You can tell that there was a dog or two in that room prior to us. Walls and door tore up from dogs.
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2024
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 Dec 2024
Latrelle
Latrelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Great place to stay during Holidays
When i first arrived i was greeted very nicely and checked in like normal, everything went just fine until i got to my room and realized i had been given the wrong room. I called and the desk clerk put me into the right room almost immediately.