River Terrace Resort & Convention Center – A Favorite for Families in Gatlinburg
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center offers a range of rooms, including Standard King, Standard Queen, and River View options. The River View Signature King Loft includes a king bed, queen sleeper sofa, two full bathrooms, and a private balcony overlooking the Little Pigeon River. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and furnished balconies or patios. The largest room accommodates up to four guests with a king bed, queen sleeper sofa, and a rustic fireplace.
Dining On-Site
Drafts Burger Bar serves burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers, along with draft beers and cocktails. High-definition flat-screen TVs broadcast sports events. The restaurant is a casual spot for lunch and dinner, located within the resort.
Leisure & Activities
The resort has two seasonal outdoor pools with wooded views. Nearby, Wild Bear Falls indoor waterpark offers waterslides, a lazy river, and a toddler play area. Winter activities include a festive tree farm, hayrides, and a holiday maze. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is minutes away for hiking and outdoor adventures.
Location & Access
The resort is in downtown Gatlinburg, overlooking the Little Pigeon River. It is a short walk to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Anakeesta, and Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine. McGhee Tyson Airport is 80 km away. The Gatlinburg Trolley provides easy transport to local attractions and dining.
Services & Accessibility
The resort has accessible routes to pools, convention spaces, and dining areas. Meeting and banquet spaces accommodate groups of various sizes. Room service is not mentioned, but the front desk assists with local recommendations. Accessible features include pool lifts, designated parking, and bathrooms with handrails.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV