The Great Smoky Mountains are a terrific destination for a family vacation or romantic getaway. Gatlinburg, Tennessee is the gateway to the Smokies. Pet friendly hotels welcome the family dog or cat to travel along.
Gatlinburg is the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Gatlinburg is a peaceful place for a leisurely vacation. Activities in the Smokies include Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort, Scenic Aerial Tramway, Guinness World Records Museum, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Aquarium of the Smokies, Great Smoky Mountains Arts an Craft's Community, Scottish Games Festival.
Enjoy mountain recreation and activities, including rafting, fishing, hiking, golf and horseback riding.
Gatlinburg is about seven miles from Pigeon Forge Tennessee which is home to the popular Dollywood Theme Park.
Gatlinburg is a great base to enjoy the beauty of the Smokies. The trails in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park do not allow pets. Take the dog for a ride in the car through the scenic mountain range. Ask the hotel front desk staff about dog friendly paths to take Fido for a walk.
Following are accommodations in Gatlinburg that welcome dogs and cats.
- Cobbly Nob Rentals. Private resort near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park offers accommodations in peaceful setting. Cabins and chalets are equipped with washers and dryers. Amenities include indoor whirlpool tubs for two, outdoor hot tubs, large viewing decks with charcoal or gas grills, game rooms, fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens.Some cabins are pet friendly. 3722 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- Garden Plaza Hotel. This hotel is located on Historic Nature Trail, near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. and the quaint downtown area with shopping. Garden Plaza Hotel consists of five buildings in three distinct settings. Features include two indoor swimming pools, one outdoor swimming pool and two whirlpools. The Indoor Recreation Area offers video games, ping-pong and air hockey. Sade & Dora's Lounge and Pizza Express offer food and refreshments. Shop at Sunny Bear's General Store. Complete hot breakfast included in room rate. Pets allowed. Pet fee is a one time non-refundable fee of $15 per stay. 520 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, Tennessee. 1-800-435-9201.
- Park Vista Hotel and Convention Center. 705 Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Pets up to 25 pounds allowed. Pet fee is $20 per pet.
- Ramada Inn Four Seasons Hotel & Convention Center. Ramada Inn is surrounded by five peaceful acres of shaded grounded in the center of Gatlinburg. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool. Pets allowed in motel section only. Pet fee is $25 per stay.
- Mountain Shadows Resort. Cabin rentals in a log home community. Property features outdoor hot tubs, indoor Jacuzzis and pool tables. Pets allowed in some cabins. Pet fee is $35 per pet, per stay. 1-877-653-9429.
Information in this article has been gathered over the hotel web sites and over the telephone. Hotel policies are subject to change without notice. Contact the hotels for additional information and to make reservations.
