Historic Rocky Waters Inn, A Small Luxury Hotel

Rooms LOOKED bigger in pics, but that is my only gripe. The upgraded tub was a life saver. If you are planning to do a ton of walking, get a room with a tub. Your feet will thank you! Room itself was very cleaning ultra quiet. No kids is a huge plus. You can fish off your back deck and they are prompt answering msgs. Location is perfect for walking downtown. Not too far to walk comfortably, but far enough away from the chaos. Over all we would stay again. Can't put a price on a good night's sleep away from home.

Great place to stay!! Easy to get in and out of, each room has their own parking space. It sits along side the creek and the balcony is wonderful to sit on and listen to the water. The staff is amazing and very accommodating and helpful! The rooms have been updated and it's nice and cozy. You are provided with a housecoat to wear while here and can buy one when you leave! There is no lobby or front desk just the valet folks at the front, but that being said the service is top notch! It is adult only which I think is definitely a blessing! The price are so reasonable for such a lovely little place to stay! Highly recommend!

This was absolutely the best place to stay. All the staff were professional and very friendly. The room view on our balcony was beautiful. If you have any questions or needed anything, they were there every single time. I would definitely recommend this motel and we plan to come back!

We had such a wonderful stay here! The location is perfect, and the innkeepers truly go above and beyond—every single one we met was so kind, friendly, and helpful. The view from our balcony was absolutely beautiful and incredibly peaceful, the perfect spot to sit back and unwind. This is such a great place for a couples’ getaway if you’re looking to escape for a few days. The beds are very comfortable, the shower was excellent, and everything about our stay felt cozy and relaxing. We can’t wait to come back!

The view was amazing from the balcony. Bed was the most comfortable bed we've probably ever had. Service was fantastic but seemed like they were in a rush with cleaning rooms but we did arrive right near check in time.

Rooms were pretty grubby, we found an old bar of soap in the bathroom (along with someone else’s hair on it) and nail clippings on the balcony which was really gross. The service was off given it’s supposed to be a luxury hotel- our room was left OPEN by housekeeping but was completely shrugged off by a staff member. Sound proofing is non existent and be warned - if you visit in October the town is filled with loud cars for the show. I completely understand that this is not the hotels fault but a courtesy email mentioning delays or just how busy the town would be would have really helped. The hotel is in an amazing location and check in was easy but honestly given the price we paid- be wary of this being marketed as luxury as it is not! It has potential

The fact that this is adult only makes it perfect. There’s no kids running up and down the hallway, the rocking chairs and bath robes that overlook the river, providing an amazing view the room and the amenities are incredible in top notch from the coffee machine to the bottles of whiskey on the wall. The service we received was amazing. Matthew was an extreme help, and I travel with my service animal as a veteran and this hotel’s pet friendly nature makes us want to come back again and again and again they truly are wonderful staff.

One evening I sat in the rocking chair on the balcony and enjoyed listening to the relaxing water flowing in the river below. There are trees lining the far side of the river so it is secluded. Rocky waters is located close to a trolley stop and is within walking distance from some attractions. The staff can't be any better.

Rocky Waters The best thing about the Inn is the location. The best thing about the location is being right on the creek. Proximity to attractions is good too. The worst thing was our room which was number 218. The hotel advertised private balconies. This is true because access is limited to the rooms but in 218 there is NO privacy. The balcony sits right beside the ramp to access the second level. If you open your window or doors, people feel obliged to look into your room. If you sit on the balcony, you are sitting with people walking in front of you. We can to be in the creek so we kept ours open - all the time. The room was decorated nicely and up to date. Also very clean. I would come back but not to 218 or the next door one. Didn't try the restaurant - maybe next time.

I'm pleased with my 1-week stay. Keith and Michelle took good care of us since we arrived. The water flow by the balcony changes the game. Although they don't have an office or receptionist like the other regular hotels, they are just one phone call away. I could see how flawlessly they tried to assist us to make us comfortable. I had some mild struggles but it was all good eventually. Also, they put their information out there on their website so I'd known what to expect for my stay. The location is perfect for me. Not right at the center but still convenient to tour around the city, staying away from tourist's noise. Definitely will come back.

A quiet, cozy, and tranquil spot, perfect for couples. My guy booked a few nights here, and it was the ideal destination and hotel for us. If you love the outdoors and enjoy the sounds of nature, this place hits all the right notes. From the moment we arrived, we were well taken care of and greeted by several friendly faces. Brando, in particular, was incredibly welcoming, showing us to our room, explaining where to park, and helping with a few other things. The room itself was spacious and beautiful, nestled right alongside a creek. The soothing sounds of nature made it the perfect, relaxing getaway. The room was clean, with new, top tier appliances. The bathroom had a lovely French inspired design, complete with a large stand up shower and double sliding doors. The vanity featured a stunning Moen matte black faucet, a matching soap dish, and elegant makeup towels and water glasses: a thoughtful touch for this romantic setting. We had a king bed, which was incredibly comfortable. Outside, the patio was my favorite spot, perfect for relaxing and unwinding or sunbathing during the day. The creek's calming sound was a perfect backdrop. This was by far one of my favorite hotels I've stayed at in quite some time. It's located in the heart of a popular tourist area, so there is occasional noise from travelers and nearby activities. However, it didn't bother us at all, and we heard none of it at night. A perfect couples' getaway--we will definitely be returning!

There might be better rooms than the one we got. The A/C is old, antiquated and very loud. If you wish to hear the river from the balcony you need to turn it off. I'm writing this at 3:am. A/C keeping me awake.

Very nice and clean. Beautiful rooms and scenic balconies. Everyone was so helpful and just so nice. Southern hospitality at its best.

Definitely 6 . Loved the view on the river, clean interior and very well noise canceling. Everything is within walking distance and parking worked perfectly. Would definitely be staying here when I come back.

A fantastic place to stay with the river right there and downtown Gatlinburg a walking distance! Very friendly staff. My only complaints are the parking was a little tight (which is kinda expected considering the area it's located) and the shower drain was a bit clogged.

Not only does this hotel not have any sort of front desk or lobby to speak with staff, but they only give you a phone number to text them if you need things. We walked into the room that was very dirty. Rocks and dirt all over the floor. There were sticky stains from liquids on the floor and the nightstand/ desk. The sheets and comforter had stains that resembled dried blood. The bathroom looked like it had never been cleaned, there was hair on the toilet seat as well. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone ever. The room we were given looked absolutely NOTHING like the pictures. We immediately called the front desk to notify them we were not comfortable sleeping in such a disgusting room. Staff couldn't even provide me with a number to call for a supervisor or customer service, I had to find it myself online. We got a partial refund and stayed at a different hotel. Extremely disappointing, especially being a Diamond Member with Hilton.

If you need to sleep, forget this hotel. Beautiful spot, but no insulation. Loud traffic, people on second floor make it impossible to rest. No curtains on windows make privacy dubious. Poor quality renovation. Cute classic hotel in a great location, with polite staff, but no rest. Supposedly a Hilton, but disappointing.