Business travelers attending events at the Gatlinburg Convention Center can enjoy premium accommodations just steps away, along with a variety of group-friendly restaurants perfect for team meals. With plenty of activities nearby to promote team bonding and provide some well-deserved fun during corporate trips, Gatlinburg offers a balanced blend of work and leisure. Here’s where you can stay, dine, and unwind while working in Gatlinburg.

Top Hotels Near The Gatlinburg Convention Center

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Lodging options

Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Gatlinburg

A refined hotel with an impressive number of business amenities, the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown is a mere half mile from the Convention Center. It offers free parking, onsite meeting rooms, speedy WiFi, a pool and fitness center, and pet-friendly policies.

Courtyard Gatlinburg Downtown

This hotel is an easy 7-minute walk from the Courtyard Gatlinburg Downtown to the Convention Center, and this also provides spacious guest rooms, a ballroom, board room, and several meeting spaces for breakout sessions, a business center, an indoor pool, and an outdoor courtyard with a hot tub.

Black Bear Inn & Suites

Should you want to check out the Great Smoky Mountains National Park while on break from work events, the Black Bear Inn & Suites is conveniently located right near the entrance. It’s also a speedy 2-minute drive from the Convention Center, and your stay comes with high-speed WiFi, an onsite ballroom for large team meetings, and in-room amenities like microwaves, refrigerators, and coffeemakers.

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg

Located just a quick walk around the corner from the Convention Center, you’ll find the Hampton Inn Gatlinburg, an efficient and straightforward lodging option where every room has a private balcony or a city view, all stays include hot breakfasts, and pets are permitted.

The Park Vista

This stylish and comfortable hotel 1 mile from the Convention Center features over 25,000 square feet of meeting space, so whether your team needs a small conference room, an executive boardroom, or a full ballroom, the Park Vista has you covered.

Where To Dine With A Group In Gatlinburg

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Dining with friends

Grabbing a bite with a crew of coworkers is a simple endeavor in Gatlinburg, as several quality restaurants can be found right near the Convention Center. Find flavorful American fare and warm hospitality at Smith and Son Corner Kitchen, saucy smoked meats at Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que, tender cuts of beef and a locally beloved salad bar at The Peddler Steakhouse, and dry-aged steaks and locally-grown produce at The Greenbrier Restaurant.

Fun Group Activities in Gatlinburg

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The Escape Game

Gatlinburg is a dream destination for business travelers looking for something unique and active to do between meetings and work events. Round up some colleagues and hit the links at Gatlin’s Mini Golf, hone your cooperation skills by solving The Escape Game Gatlinburg, enjoy the thrills of the Hellbender Mountain Coaster and the TreeTop Skywalk at Anakeesta Adventure Park, and take the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains by climbing aboard a raft and floating down the Pigeon River at the base of Ober Mountain, courtesy of Ober Mountain Raft & Ziplining.

Be sure to check out our events calendar for the latest happenings around Gatlinburg during your bleisure stay! Whether you’re looking for networking opportunities or just some fun after-hours events, staying informed will help you make the most of your time in town.