Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown By Ihg

Family-friendly Gatlinburg hotel with a large indoor water park and complimentary breakfast

Amenities & Recreation

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown offers a large indoor water park called Splash Hollow, complete with slides and splash zones that operate year-round. The property also has a heated indoor pool, open all seasons, plus a separate games room with arcade machines. Guests have access to a 24-hour fitness center and a shared lounge area with TV.

Accommodations

Guest rooms at Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown include a flat-screen TV, microwave, small refrigerator, and a Keurig coffee machine. Each room has a private bathroom with hairdryer, and suites offer extra space with a seating area. The hotel provides hearing-accessible rooms and a king suite with disability access.

Location

This Holiday Inn Express is a 2-minute walk from the Gatlinburg Convention Center and 4 minutes from the Gatlinburg Space Needle. A trolley stop is located directly outside the hotel, providing free rides along the main strip. Nearby attractions include Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (1.1 km) and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Dining

A complimentary EXPRESS Start Breakfast is served daily, featuring hot items such as eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, plus cold options like cereal, yogurt, and fruit. Coffee and hot chocolate are available all day in the lobby. The breakfast area has its own floor with ample seating and attendants restocking throughout the morning.

Family & Kids

Holiday Inn Gatlinburg Downtown offers Splash Hollow water park, which provides hours of fun with slides and splash zones for children of all ages. The hotel also hosts occasional bird shows and other kids' activities near the lobby. A guest laundry and 24-hour front desk support families with late arrivals or early departures.

• Indoor Water Park: Splash Hollow with slides and splash zones
• Location: 2-minute walk to Gatlinburg Convention Center
• Breakfast: Complimentary EXPRESS Start Breakfast with hot items
• Free Parking: On-site parking for all guests
• Pet Policy: Service animals welcome
• Business: Two meeting rooms available for small groups