Tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, Gatlinburg is the perfect get-away for families, couples and groups. Gatlinburg offers fun-filled outdoor activities like swimming, horseback riding, golf, hiking, skiing and whitewater rafting, as well as fine dining, shopping and entertainment. In fact, according to the official website of the Gatlinburg Visitors and Convention Bureau, this Tennessee town is buzzing with activity year-round, so there is never an off season for fun in Gatlinburg. And most importantly, there's no need to leave lonely dogs and cats behind pining away for their people's homecoming. The friendly town of Gatlinburg offers lodging-a-plenty for our fuzzy best friends.
Garden Plaza Hotel
The Garden Plaza Hotel welcomes up to two dogs of any size, for a flat fee of $15 per dog, per stay. The hotel features complimentary breakfast, indoor and outdoor pools, spa and fitness facilities, banquet, meeting and wedding services, free parking, arcade, laundry facilities, picnic area and wireless access. Located on Gatlinburg's beautiful Historic Nature Trail, the hotel is just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, the Gatlinburg Convention Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
Cloudy Dreams Chalet
Situated high, high in the Smoky Mountains, this privately-owned Tennessee chalet welcomes pets of all sizes for a flat $50 fee per pet, per stay. Each suite features a king size bed, floor-to-ceiling windows (for the spectacular view!), bathtub and shower, walk-in closet, linen closet and expanded cable. Hotel amenities include a laundry room, game room, library, hot tub, covered decks, grill and access to three owner's clubs with tennis courts, swimming pools and playgrounds.
Sassafras Lodge
The Sassafras Lodge is a vacation rental that welcomes all well-behaved dogs and cats (upon pre-approval) for no additional fee. This beautifully natural and rustic lodge is just miles from Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky National Park, NASCAR Speed Park, the Forbidden Caverns, Adventure Raceway and the Tennessee Museum of Aviation. The three-bedroom, three-bath lodge offers a full kitchen, air conditioning, fireplace, jacuzzi, balcony, barbecue, TV, DVD, microwave and stereo.
Family Inns of America--Gatlinburg Suites
All pets under 20 pounds are welcomed for a minimal nightly fee, however, according to BringFido.com, larger pets may be considered if well-behaved, just be sure to contact hotel management before packing up the Great Danes! Centrally located, the Family Inns Gatlinburg Suites offer easy access to the Great Smoky National Park, the Gatlinburg Convention Center, Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. Hotel amenities include free continental breakfast, in-room jacuzzis, free Wi-Fi, cable, private balconies, heated pool and fireplaces.
Stony Brook Chalets
This family-owned and operated cabin rental property houses a large number of pet friendly cabins. Stony Brook policy allows for one dog (sorry, kitties) under 50 pounds for a one-time $50 pet fee. Dogs must be crated when left alone in the cabin. The cabins, each featuring its own unique name such as the "Honey Bear Hideaway", "Mountain Majesty" and "Baby Black Bear", are available with varied numbers of bedrooms (from one to six) and include a fully-equipped kitchen, fireplace, hot tub, linens, grill and satellite TV. Nearby attractions include Pigeon Forge, Smoky Mountain National Park, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Walden Creek Stables, Wild Wheels Speedway, the Elvis Museum and Gift Shop, Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride, Paws and Claws Pet Fashion, Winery Square and the Village Mall.
Grand Prix Motel
The Grand Prix Motel is located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg at the base of Ski Mountain. It welcomes all pets under 25 pounds for a fee. The self-described "English Tudor style motel" features free parking, wireless access, heated pool, kids pool, jacuzzi, children's activities, golf, horseback riding, guest laundry, hiker's shuttle, trolley, and hiker, student, Church group, AAA & AARP discounts. The motel is situated in walking distance of Gatlinburg restaurants and shopping. Kids stay for free.
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