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November 19, 2025
  • Spacious, family-friendly rooms with convenient in-room amenities
  • Indoor and outdoor pools, including a kid-favorite winding slide and splash pad
  • Prime Gatlinburg location close to top attractions, dining, and national park access
  • Complimentary perks including breakfast, parking, and trolley access

Read on to find out more about how our Gatlinburg hotel is great for families.

1. Family Friendly Accommodations and Amenities

Our rooms are designed to help families spread out, relax, and enjoy every part of their Smoky Mountain getaway. With modern conveniences and thoughtful touches, your stay is as comfortable as it is memorable.

Highlights

  • Spacious guest rooms ideal for families
  • Mini-fridge, microwave, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi
  • Complimentary hot breakfast served daily
  • On-site market for snacks and necessities
  • Free parking plus a free downtown Gatlinburg parking pass

2. Indoor and Outdoor Swimming Pools

indoor pool

Kids and adults alike love our resort-style swimming options. Whether you're cooling off under the sun or relaxing indoors, there’s fun waiting year-round.

Highlights

  • Seasonal outdoor pool with a winding slide
  • Kid-friendly splash pad
  • Indoor pool and hot tub open year-round
  • Perfect for relaxing after exploring Gatlinburg

3. Our Convenient Location

Our Gatlinburg hotel sits near the Gatlinburg Spur, offering quick access to both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Families love how easy it is to reach their must-see attractions without hassle.

Highlights

4. Smoky Mountain Vibes

When you decide to come and stay with us here at The Appy Lodge, you will be able to easily connect to the culture and atmosphere of the region at our hotel. We have worked hard to incorporate the unique style of the Smokies at The Appy Lodge, and we would love for you to come and see it for yourself.

lobby of the appy lodge in gatlinburg

Highlights

  • Hardwood Flooring
  • Custom Hickory Furniture
  • Artwork showcasing the area’s style

FAQs

Is The Appy Lodge a good hotel for families with young children?

Yes! Families with kids of all ages love our spacious rooms, splash-pad pool, complimentary breakfast, and convenient location near child-friendly attractions.

Do you offer free parking?

Absolutely. Guests enjoy free on-site parking plus a complimentary downtown Gatlinburg parking pass.

Are the pools open year-round?

Our indoor pool and hot tub are open all year. The outdoor pool, slide, and splash pad are seasonal.

What attractions are close to the hotel?

ripley's aquarium of the smokies

We’re minutes from Dollywood, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Anakeesta, mini-golf, dining, shops, and multiple national park entrances.

Do you have amenities for guest convenience?

Yes, we have guest laundry, in-room microwaves and fridges, on-site snacks, free WiFi, and plenty of parking, which make extended stays easy.

Book a Spot at Our Gatlinburg Hotel

The Appy Lodge is designed with families in mind, offering spacious rooms, exceptional amenities, convenient access to Gatlinburg’s best attractions, and thoughtful extras that make every stay special. Whether traveling with toddlers, teens, or a mix of all ages, our Gatlinburg hotel is the perfect home base for experiencing the Great Smoky Mountains. Browse our Gatlinburg hotel rooms and find the perfect one for your family.

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