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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.

A wooden-furnished room with a sofa, armchair, and table.

A small house with a red door, a front porch with two chairs, and a stone staircase leading to the door.

A sign for Townsend Gateway Inn with a view of a grassy area and trees.

1. Townsend Gateway Inn

2 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Jeff

AED 437

AED 515 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a window, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A stone house with a garage, a convertible car parked in front, and a well-maintained lawn.

A room with a large window, a round table, two chairs, and a view of a green landscape with trees and hills.

A modern two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and a bicycle parked outside.

2. The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

2.3 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

John

AED 445

AED 524 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a blue sofa, a white armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a mirror.

3. Townsend River Breeze Inn

1.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Tammy

AED 393

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, a sofa, and a dining area.

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in dishwasher.

4. Tremont Lodge & Resort

0.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Eric

AED 378

AED 537 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A reception area with a counter, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a view of the hallway.

A spacious room with large windows, a patterned rug, and a modern ceiling design.

5. Best Western Cades Cove Inn

0.4 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

David

AED 367

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with two swimming pools, outdoor seating areas, and landscaped gardens.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, stone pillars, and a covered entrance.

A wooden pergola with tables and chairs, surrounded by stone tiles and greenery.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows with curtains.

6. Hilton Vacation Club Mill Springs Lodge Pigeon Forge

19.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Leigh A

AED 895

AED 1,005 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A campsite with multiple teepee-style tents, a gravel path, and a grassy area with picnic tables.

A tented room with a round table, chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.

A tent interior with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a cabinet.

7. Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains

17.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Erik

AED 657

AED 815 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, a television, and a sofa.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a dining area, a kitchen with a large island, and a fireplace.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub and a view of the forest.

A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a leather sofa, and a television.

8. Location Log Cabin Hot Tub Fireplace Pool Fishing

18.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

"I loved the stay, the host were great they communicated fast and effectively, they gave great recommendations, had clear instructions and helpful tips, the cabin itself was amazing not to deep in the mountains and it was literally 5-10 mins away from the main strip, it was private, the jacuzzi tub in the bedroom made it so cozy and I would definitely stay again, I visit the area frequently and this was one of the best cabins I’ve stayed in"

Bianca

AED 505

AED 987 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by trees.

A log cabin interior with a red leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, a staircase, a living room, and a fireplace.

9. Around the Mountain - One Bedroom Cabin

16.1 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Jason

AED 524

AED 1,652 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A living room with a brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a dining table with chairs and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a fireplace, and a dining area with a leather chair.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with curtains, a television mounted on the wall, and a leather sofa with a cushion.

10. 2 Mi to Ober Mountain: Gatlinburg Condo w/ Balcony

17.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 356

AED 1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception area with two counters, a mirror, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds.

A stainless steel barbecue grill with a digital thermometer and control knobs, mounted on a metal stand with a chain-link fence in the background.

A kitchen with a black refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a stainless steel sink.

11. Laurel Crest

19.5 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 1,390

AED 1,390 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

A modern living room with a dining area, a kitchen with a stone island, and a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A hot tub area with a pool, blue chairs, and umbrellas.

12. Hilton Vacation Club Laurel Crest Pigeon Forge

19.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Brandy

AED 420

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rustic outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee maker, a spice rack, and a window with a view.

A kitchen with wooden shelves, white tiles, a black induction cooktop, and a window.

A black RV with two windows and a door, parked on gravel with trees and mountains in the background.

13. Mountain Top Tiny House by Beyond Expectations

18.1 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 313

AED 673 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A rectangular swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a mountain backdrop.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees.

A tennis court with a net, surrounded by trees and a building with a balcony.

14. Ski View Condo by Beyond Expectations With Fireplace

17.9 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 470

AED 1,221 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a ceiling fan.

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of trees and hills.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden dining room with a round table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs.

15. View Cozy Private Fireplace Hot Tub

16.4 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a dishwasher.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a dining area with a chandelier, and a clock on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a window, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Misty Mountain Condo by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

18.1 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 587

AED 1,492 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden building in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with chairs.

A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen in the background with wooden cabinets and a dining area.

A spacious living area with a dining table, white chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a large clock on the wall.

17. Kuntree Retreat Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

8.8 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 595

AED 1,640 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden cabin with a hot tub on a porch, surrounded by trees.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and ottoman.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining area, a fireplace, and a television.

A wooden cabin kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

18. Location Log Cabin Hot Tub Fireplace Pool Fishing

18.6 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 468

AED 941 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A cozy cabin interior with a green sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden log cabin with a balcony, a window, and a sign indicating a family tradition.

A wooden cabin with a porch, benches, and a view of the forest.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, green upholstered furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.

19. Smoky Haven Retreat by Beyond Expectations

16.3 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 1,172

AED 2,465 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted above the fireplace.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted above the fireplace.

A hot tub with a wooden interior and large windows.

A wooden cabin interior with a staircase, a living room with a sofa and coffee table, and a kitchen area.

20. Firefly Holler Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

19.7 km from Dark Island Swinging Bridge

AED 708

AED 1,760 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Townsend Gateway Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains	9.2 Wonderful 217 reviews	View
Townsend River Breeze Inn	8.8 Excellent 781 reviews	View
Tremont Lodge & Resort	8.6 Excellent 677 reviews	View
Best Western Cades Cove Inn	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Dark Island Swinging Bridge Hotel Reviews

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great. Great location to cades cove. Lots of restaurants"

Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.

10/10 Excellent

"The cabin was very cozy and welcoming. We truly enjoyed our stay, and look forward to next time."

Cozy cabin Peaceful Side, Townsend, TN, Laurel Valley, no steep roads

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great cabin. It was very well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The deck is amazing and we loved having the fire pit. We liked being away from the crowds, but it was easy to access the park, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Townsend is much quieter and there are some good restaurants. I highly recommended this rental. We will definitely come back."

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was efficient and helpful. They no longer have coffee in the room but is available in their common area until 10:00 p.m. The hotel has ample parking and located within a few miles of the National Park."

❤ VERY ROMANTIC CABIN ❤ Near Cades Cove, WIFI, Hot Tub, Jacuzzi, Sauna

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, great location. Warm and cozy. Perfect for our little getaway. Host was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"

Townsend Gateway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a suite with 2 bedrooms and a living room. It was easy to check in and conveniently located close to Cades Cove. Riverside Restaurant was close by as well and had an excellent breakfast. We will definitely come back! Thank you!"

2 Mi to Nat'l Park: Riverside Smoky Mtn Cabin!

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Host was very helpful in finding local restaurants and things to do. Will stay here again. Very quiet."

Deck, Jetted Tub, Wi-fi, Near National Park

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my husband had a wonderful stay here! The place was very clean and had everything we needed! Also it was very close to town! Highly recommended this cabin!"

On the Little River in the heart of Townsend, with a beautiful view!

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good."

Other attractions near Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Tuckaleechee Caverns

9.4/10 (118 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Townsend when you stop by Tuckaleechee Caverns. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Townsend. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

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Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail and popular activities like hiking in Townsend. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Townsend Visitor Center

9.2/10 (207 reviews)

Townsend Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Townsend, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

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Hedgewood Gardens

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Hedgewood Gardens and enjoy the hiking trails in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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River Rage Go-Kart Track

8.2/10 (17 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to River Rage Go-Kart Track and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

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Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

9.4/10 (83 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Townsend. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this culturally rich area.

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Lee Roberson Art Gallery

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lee Roberson Art Gallery during your trip to Townsend. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Dark Island Swinging Bridge is located in a family-friendly area of Townsend known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 79 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Adjacent to Dark Island Swinging Bridge, Tremont Lodge & Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Best Western Cades Cove Inn and Highland Manor Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dark Island Swinging Bridge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dark Island Swinging Bridge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Dark Island Swinging Bridge.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

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What can I see and do near Dark Island Swinging Bridge?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. Create some family memories at Hedgewood Gardens and River Rage Go-Kart Track. Tuckaleechee Caverns, Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail, and Meigs Falls are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Dark Island Swinging Bridge hotels

1. Townsend Gateway Inn

2. The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

3. Townsend River Breeze Inn

4. Tremont Lodge & Resort

5. Best Western Cades Cove Inn

6. Hilton Vacation Club Mill Springs Lodge Pigeon Forge

7. Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains

8. Location Log Cabin Hot Tub Fireplace Pool Fishing

9. Around the Mountain - One Bedroom Cabin

10. 2 Mi to Ober Mountain: Gatlinburg Condo w/ Balcony

11. Laurel Crest

12. Hilton Vacation Club Laurel Crest Pigeon Forge

13. Mountain Top Tiny House by Beyond Expectations

14. Ski View Condo by Beyond Expectations With Fireplace

15. View Cozy Private Fireplace Hot Tub

16. Misty Mountain Condo by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

17. Kuntree Retreat Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

18. Location Log Cabin Hot Tub Fireplace Pool Fishing

19. Smoky Haven Retreat by Beyond Expectations

20. Firefly Holler Cabin by Beyond Expectations With Hot Tub

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Top Dark Island Swinging Bridge Hotel Reviews

The Parkman - Great Smoky Mountains

Extremely clean cabin in a quiet setting with an outdoor fire pit.

Cozy cabin Peaceful Side, Townsend, TN, Laurel Valley, no steep roads

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

❤ VERY ROMANTIC CABIN ❤ Near Cades Cove, WIFI, Hot Tub, Jacuzzi, Sauna

Townsend Gateway Inn

2 Mi to Nat'l Park: Riverside Smoky Mtn Cabin!

Deck, Jetted Tub, Wi-fi, Near National Park

On the Little River in the heart of Townsend, with a beautiful view!

Other attractions near Dark Island Swinging Bridge

Tuckaleechee Caverns

The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum

Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail

Townsend Visitor Center

Hedgewood Gardens

River Rage Go-Kart Track

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Lee Roberson Art Gallery

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