Hampton Inn

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail is a hotel at 520 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, 37738, in the downtown area of Gatlinburg. The property, part of the Hampton Inn brand under Hilton Worldwide, opened in 2018 with 114 rooms across five floors. The $15 million project was developed by Raines Hospitality and designed by Johnson Architecture, featuring a brick exterior with rustic mountain-inspired elements. The hotel’s location places it 0.1 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance and 0.6 miles from the Gatlinburg Convention Center, with access to the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail directly from Historic Nature Trail.

The building spans 65,000 square feet and includes a 600-square-foot meeting room for up to 30 people. Guest rooms average 350 square feet, equipped with mini-refrigerators and microwaves, while the hotel offers a complimentary breakfast buffet in a 1,200-square-foot dining area. Hampton Inn Gatlinburg Historic Nature Trail employs approximately 30 staff members and operates a 24-hour front desk. Parking is free in an onsite lot with 120 spaces, and the property features an indoor pool and outdoor hot tub added during construction. The hotel’s position along a creek provides views of the surrounding Smoky Mountains.

Reservations are available through Hilton.com or by calling 865-436-4933, requiring a credit card and government-issued ID at check-in. The hotel enforces a no-smoking policy with a $250 penalty and allows pets up to 75 pounds for a fee. A $2 million renovation in 2022 updated the fitness center and added soundproofing to 50 rooms. The property’s adjacency to the Gatlinburg Trolley stop, 0.1 miles away, facilitates access to downtown attractions, while its proximity to the national park supports outdoor exploration.

Hotel Features

• Total rooms: 114 rooms across five floors.
• Room types: Standard rooms with one king bed or two queen beds; some with sofa beds.
• Room sizes: Average of 350 square feet.
• Kitchen facilities: Mini-refrigerators, microwaves, and coffeemakers in all rooms.
• Bathroom facilities: Shower-tub combinations or walk-in showers, free toiletries, hairdryers.
• Technology: 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable, complimentary Wi-Fi.
• Workspaces: Desks with power outlets and chairs.
• Accessibility: ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers and visual notifications.
• Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
• Check-out time: 11:00 AM.
• Meeting space: 600-square-foot room, capacity for 30 people.
• Parking: Free onsite lot with 120 spaces.

Amenities

• Front desk: 24-hour service with staff support.
• Internet: Free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
• Pool: Indoor heated pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
• Recreation: Outdoor hot tub and fire pit area along creek, open year-round.
• Fitness center: 24-hour access with cardio equipment, weights, and towels.
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast buffet, 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM daily.
• Additional facilities: 24-hour Suite Shop with snacks, guest laundry with coin-operated machines.
• Business services: 24-hour business center with computers and printer.
• Safety: Keycard access, in-room safes, smoke detectors.

Nearby Points of Interest

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 0.1 miles, a two-minute walk; 520,000-acre park with trails and wildlife.
• Gatlinburg Convention Center: 0.6 miles, a 10-minute walk; 148,000-square-foot event venue.
• Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail: 0.1 miles, accessible from hotel; 5.5-mile scenic loop.
• Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies: 0.9 miles, a 15-minute walk; 1.4 million-gallon aquarium.
• Ober Gatlinburg: 0.7 miles, a 13-minute walk; ski resort and amusement park.
• Gatlinburg Space Needle: 0.8 miles, a 15-minute walk; 407-foot observation tower.
• Anakeesta: 1 mile, a five-minute drive; mountaintop adventure park.
• Dollywood: 9.2 miles, a 20-minute drive; 150-acre theme park.
• Sugarlands Visitor Center: 2 miles, a seven-minute drive; park information and exhibits.
• SkyPark: 0.6 miles, a 10-minute walk; rooftop park with views.

Other Important Information

• Ownership: Operated by Hilton Worldwide; developed by Raines Hospitality.
• Opening date: 2018.
• Renovation: $2 million update completed in 2022.
• Construction cost: $15 million.
• Cancellation policy: 24-hour notice required; varies by rate.
• Child policy: Children 17 and under stay free with parents using existing bedding.
• Airport proximity: McGhee Tyson Airport, 43 miles, a 60-minute drive; Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airport, 5 miles, a 15-minute drive.
• Public transit: Gatlinburg Trolley stop, 0.1 miles, a two-minute walk; free seasonal service.
• Pet policy: Pets up to 75 pounds allowed, $75 non-refundable fee per stay.
• Smoking policy: Non-smoking property; $250 fee for violations.
• Sustainability: 2022 renovation added energy-efficient lighting.