Two Westgate resorts, one $99 package, and a choice that shapes the whole trip: a villa with a water park on the hill, or a room you can walk downtown from.
Up nextSide by side, then who should pick which.Side by side
| Westgate Smoky Mountain | River Terrace | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | About 2 miles from downtown | Downtown, on the Little Pigeon River |
| Rooms | Villas with kitchens, fireplaces, balconies | Hotel-style rooms, sleep 4 |
| Water | Wild Bear Falls indoor water park | Heated outdoor pools and spa tubs |
| Getting around | Car or trolley | Walk to the Parkway |
| Best deal | $149 with $150 Visa | $99 Smoky Mountains package |
Pick Smoky Mountain if
You want space to cook, a fireplace and a water park. Westgate Smoky Mountain is home to Wild Bear Falls. Read the full review and the Wild Bear Falls guide.
- $150 Visa gift card
- Villa with kitchen, fireplace, balcony
- Access to Wild Bear Falls
Pick River Terrace if
You'd rather park once and walk. River Terrace sits in the heart of downtown, minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and the free trolley covers the rest. Check-in is 4pm, check-out 10am.
- Choice of two Gatlinburg resorts
- Kitchenette
- Private hiking trails
Seasonal packages
Westgate's fall and holiday packages use both resorts. More: free things to do in Gatlinburg.
GatlinburgHolidayDollywood Harvest Festival: Great Pumpkin LumiNights
3 Nights + 2 Tickets at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
GatlinburgHolidayTour of Lights
3 Nights + 2 Tickets at River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
Book by phone at 800-217-5145. When you call, give partner ID 81891279069.
