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A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a blue and yellow striped rug, and a variety of potted plants.

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a water slide.

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a tropical mural.

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1 km from Traffic Light #1

Dale

AED 706

AED 796 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, a water slide, and a fire pit area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a bar area in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a wooden pergola.

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

2.3 km from Traffic Light #1

Regina

AED 840

AED 947 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of a forested hill.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Downtown Gatlinburg, 0.9 km from Traffic Light #1

Ramin

AED 583

AED 739 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A lodge with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a conference center.

4. The Gillette

1.9 km from Traffic Light #1

Kerne

AED 460

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a building with a stone facade.

A stone wall with a wooden log ceiling and a sign reading "Bearskin Lodge on the River".

A lodge with multiple buildings, a well-maintained lawn, and a sign indicating its name.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

5. Bearskin Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 2.2 km from Traffic Light #1

lawrence

AED 698

AED 787 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious wooden cabin with a dining area, a fireplace, and a living room with a couch.

A pool table in a room with wooden paneling, a ceiling fan, and a view through a glass door.

A bathroom with a wooden door, a large mirror, and a sink.

A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen featuring a stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

6. Running Bear by Jackson Mountain Rentals

1.7 km from Traffic Light #1

Stanley

AED 624

AED 2,038 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A stream flowing over rocks with surrounding greenery.

A sign for 'Marshalls Creek Rest Motel' with a small stream and flowers in the foreground.

A cozy motel interior with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a view of the parking lot.

A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a green roof.

7. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

1.6 km from Traffic Light #1

Theresa

AED 327

AED 369 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a view of the river.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table, and a lamp. A river and greenery are visible in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a round coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets.

8. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

0.6 km from Traffic Light #1

Mark

AED 995

AED 1,183 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lodge with a prominent sign reading "Old Creek Lodge" and a scenic view of the sky.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a river and a bridge.

A cozy hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A rustic lodge interior with wooden floors, stone walls, and a central fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged around the room, and there are framed pictures on the walls.

9. Old Creek Lodge

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.9 km from Traffic Light #1

Bingxin

AED 620

AED 699 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone building with a 'REGISTRAR' sign, and a forested hillside in the background.

A swimming pool area with a water slide and a building in the background.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A lodge with a stone facade, multiple roof styles, and a covered entrance.

10. The Greystone Lodge on the River

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.1 km from Traffic Light #1

Mark

AED 471

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

A covered outdoor area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue ceiling.

11. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

1.8 km from Traffic Light #1

esaul

AED 481

AED 542 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A pool area with a 'No Diving' sign, stone patio, and outdoor seating.

A view from a porch with a stone bench, American flags, a parking lot with cars, and a mountain in the background.

A spacious lobby with a large leather sofa, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and large windows with blinds.

A large house with a stone facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.5 km from Traffic Light #1

Paola

AED 533

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a stone wall.

A lodge with a ski lift, a parking area, and a prominent sign for The Abundance Lodge.

A reception area with two wooden counters, a stone wall, and a circular sign above the counters.

A rustic-themed store with wooden shelves displaying snacks, beverages, and souvenirs.

13. The Appy Lodge

< 0.1 km from Traffic Light #1

Tyler

AED 546

AED 616 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick pathway, and a parked SUV.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area with blue and yellow upholstered chairs, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

2.3 km from Traffic Light #1

Mary

AED 547

AED 617 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A fitness room with treadmills, dumbbells, and a water dispenser.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a couch.

A MainStay Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

15. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

1.1 km from Traffic Light #1

Kassidy

AED 187

AED 212 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, stone walls, and a fire pit surrounded by chairs and tables.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a television, and a stone wall.

A covered pavilion with stone pillars, a metal roof, and outdoor seating.

An indoor pool with a waterfall, surrounded by stone walls and a wooden deck.

16. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

2 km from Traffic Light #1

Stephanie

AED 481

AED 542 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone pathway surrounded by greenery.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, several balconies, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a welcome sign, a minibar, and a seating area with patterned carpet.

A pool area with chairs and a sign indicating a 3-foot depth limit.

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

2.4 km from Traffic Light #1

Jennifer

AED 590

AED 665 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two armchairs, a sofa, and a small round table.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

1.9 km from Traffic Light #1

Ramona

AED 642

AED 724 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hot tub area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by a patio with a view of a forested hillside.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a covered area with a sign reading "Cliffhouse 1st".

A breakfast table set with various dishes, drinks, and utensils.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by two wall sconces.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Downtown Gatlinburg, 1.8 km from Traffic Light #1

Candy

AED 746

AED 841 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious room with large windows, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden shelf above it, and a lantern on the wall.

A row of wooden rocking chairs with patterned cushions, positioned in a sunlit room with large windows overlooking a street.

A lobby with wooden beams, stone counter, and seating area.

20. Brookside Lodge

1 km from Traffic Light #1

Ines

AED 250

AED 323 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Traffic Light #1

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg	9.8 Exceptional 2,062 reviews	View
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,062 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 739 reviews	View
The Gillette	9.4 Exceptional 352 reviews	View
Bearskin Lodge on the River	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Traffic Light #1 Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was AWESOME, and was so convenient to everything!!...The rooftop bar was really cool also."

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience"

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very large room, plenty of room for storage and to move around. Breakfast was OK. Best feature was its location. Just cross through a parking lot, and you were in the heart of the main street with all the action"

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"The location and the view were both awesome. Parking was somewhat congested, but otherwise fine. I am sure this is not a common occurrence but there was a woman in the room next to us beating on her door at 3am trying to wake up her roommate. This was a not so welcome end to a pleasant trip."

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a great stay at this hotel! The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We especially loved how dog-friendly the hotel was, which made our stay even better. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again! !"

The Greystone Lodge on the River

10/10 Excellent

"Will be staying here again. GREAT location. VERY CLEAN! Nice property."

Quality Inn & Suites Gatlinburg North

8/10 Good

"Location was good. The place just needs some upgrades."

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

8/10 Good

"It would"

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

8/10 Good

"Getting downtown was very walkable. The bed was super comfortable. There was a Kureig coffee maker but no K pods . You can hear pretty much everything out in the parking lot. So if you have a hard time sleeping, bring a white noise machine. I would stay there again."

Other attractions near Traffic Light #1

Hillbilly Golf

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hillbilly Golf during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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A rustic log cabin with a steeply pitched roof, surrounded by lush green forest.

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Gatlinburg with a stop at Historic Ogle Log Cabin. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf during your travels to Gatlinburg. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic area.

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Ripley's Super Fun Zone

10.0/10 (1 review)

Take the family on an outing to Ripley's Super Fun Zone during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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Herbert Holt Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Herbert Holt Park, a lovely green space in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

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Traffic Light #2

Find out about the history of Gatlinburg when you spend time at Traffic Light #2. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Moonshine Mountain Coaster

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Moonshine Mountain Coaster as part of your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Ripley's Mountain Coaster

Bring the kiddos to Ripley's Mountain Coaster and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Traffic Light #1?

Traffic Light #1 is located in Gatlinburg. This scenic area is known for its must-see aquarium and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 264 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Traffic Light #1?

Adjacent to Traffic Light #1, Gatlinburg River Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options close by include Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg and Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Traffic Light #1?

Expedia has 264 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Traffic Light #1.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Traffic Light #1, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Traffic Light #1.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Traffic Light #1?

To access more information about updating your stay near Traffic Light #1 or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Traffic Light #1?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum, or Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. Sights like Historic Ogle Log Cabin and Noah Ogle Place highlight some of the local culture. You can catch a show at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Iris Theater, and Ripley's Moving Theater.

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Our top choices for Traffic Light #1 hotels

1. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

2. Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

3. Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

4. The Gillette

5. Bearskin Lodge on the River

6. Running Bear by Jackson Mountain Rentals

7. Marshall's Creek Rest Motel

8. Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

9. Old Creek Lodge

10. The Greystone Lodge on the River

11. Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

12. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn

13. The Appy Lodge

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

15. Mainstay Suites Gatlinburg TN

16. The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

17. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail

18. Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

19. Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

20. Brookside Lodge

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Top Traffic Light #1 Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Comfort Suites Gatlinburg Downtown-Convention Center

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Greystone Lodge on the River

Quality Inn & Suites Gatlinburg North

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Other attractions near Traffic Light #1

Hillbilly Golf

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf

Ripley's Super Fun Zone

Herbert Holt Park

Traffic Light #2

Moonshine Mountain Coaster

Ripley's Mountain Coaster

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