Planning a trip and looking for the best Airbnb Gatlinburg TN rental? Well, look no further, as I’ve put together this ultimate guide for Gatlinburg Airbnb cabins & unique vacation rentals for a world-class Tennessee mountains getaway…
Great Smoky Mountains views. Charming log cozy cabin living. Outdoor decks with hot tubs. Indoor fireplaces. Southern hospitality.
Yep. Gatlinburg is one of America’s most picturesque towns, and with a permanent population of just under 5000 – one of the most tranquil and untouched.
The town in Eastern Tennessee is a gateway to the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and as such, is a year-round destination for lovers of the great outdoors. Gatlinburg has endless opportunities to hike, ski and breathe in that fresh mountain air, and is the ideal vacation destination for those looking to unplug and reset with a breathtaking backdrop. For fans of Dolly Parton, her theme park (and Tennessee’s biggest tourist attraction) Dollywood is just 20 minutes from Downtown Gatlinburg.
Also, be sure to read my guide on Luxury Cabins in Tennessee & Glamping Tennessee for more amazing stays in the area!
TOP 20 Airbnbs in Gatlinburg For A Great Smoky Mountains Getaway
Airbnb Gatlinburg TN: The Best Cabins & Vacation Rentals
I’ve cherry-picked the best Gatlinburg Airbnbs below, chosen to suit a range of budgets, stay styles, and group sizes. If you find what you’re looking for in my Quick Top 5, book today and secure your spot! If not, keep reading and I’m sure you’ll find what you’re looking for!
Overall Best Airbnb Gatlinburg TN Rental – Lover’s Loft Private Antique Log Cabin Near Gatlinburg
Best Romantic Gatlinburg TN Rental – The Sweet Escape – Newly Built Luxury Couple’s Cabin
Best Honeymoon Gatlinburg Rental – Cabin For 2 Indoor Heated Swimming Pool & Waterfall
Best Cheap Gatlinburg Airbnb – Amazing views /Pool/hot-tub/New/Gatlinburg
Best Gatlinburg Airbnb For Families – Dreamy Mountain Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg is just under four hours drive from Nashville, so if you’re swinging by the state capital on your travels, be sure to check out my guide for Airbnb Nashville for more awesome accommodation options on your Tennessee getaway!
20 Best Airbnbs in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Airbnbs in Gatlinburg surely do not disappoint, and whether you’re searching for a romantic log cabin or a sprawling mountain retreat – you’ll find it here. My hand-picked list of the 16 best Gatlinburg Airbnb rentals is guaranteed to help you find your perfect mountain oasis.
1. LOVER’S LOFT – ANTIQUE LOG CABIN NEAR GATLINBURG
BEST OVERALL GATLINBURG RENTAL | Credit: VRBO
- Location: Timberidge
- Price: $250+ USD per night
- Accommodates: 2 Guests
https://www.vrbo.com/holiday-rental/p2067355vb
An 1800’s log cabin restored to its former glory, this beautiful log cabin is ideal for a lover’s weekend away in sleepy Gatlinburg. This cozy cabin is perfectly situated between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge (home to Dollywood), and is packed with modern features to ensure your getaway is oh so easy. At the end of a picture perfect day down south, relocate to the soothing outdoor hot tub with a wine so the ideal way to wrap up the day.
You’ll find no shortage of amazing things to do in Gatlinburg in the area, and will provide the perfect home base for your outdoor adventures!
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Credit: VRBO
2. The Sweet Escape – Romantic Airbnb for Couples
- Location: Gatlinburg
- Price: $200+ USD per night
- Accommodates: 2 Guests
https://www.vrbo.com/holiday-rental/p1550751vb
Just 10 minutes drive from downtown Gatlinburg, this brand new couple’s cabin is the place to go for the ultimate couples getaway in this superb Tennessee city. Sparkling clean and built with love, this luxury 1200 square foot cabin features two charming floors equipped with high end, modern appliances and a must-have coffee maker for your morning lovers coffee. There’s a cozy deck with a brand new hot tub, the place to wind up your day in style.
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BEST ROMANTIC GATLINBURG RENTAL | Credit: VRBO
3. Romantic Cabin for Two — Private Indoor Heated Swimming Pool & Waterfall
Credit: Airbnb
- Location: Gatlinburg
- Price: $600+ USD per night
- Accommodates: 2 Guests
https://www.vrbo.com/holiday-rental/p1223464vb
Following an extensive remodel, this incredible one bedroom cabin is a sensational place to spend a special honeymoon. There is both indoor and outdoor areas, each offering epic surprises for a couple spending time here.
Outside, enjoy the backyard, hot tub, charcoal grill, fire pit and swimming pool house with an indoor saltwater pool and waterfall. Inside the main house, you can expect beautiful spacious interiors, comfortable sleeping quarters and a large kitchen. Right nearby is Dollywood, downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and some of the best dining and shopping in the region.
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BEST GATLINBURG HONEYMOON RENTAL | Credit: VRBO
4. Admire Stunning Mountain Views at a Calm, Cozy Cabin
- Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $70+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/26503694
Choosing one of the best Airbnb in Gatlinburg was so hard, but I finally settled on this studio cabin with unparalleled views of Mount Le Conte and The Great Smoky Mountains. This cozy little cabin is spotless, stylish, and widely loved by Airbnb guests who rave about their experience at this little mountain retreat with its own outdoor hot tub. The Airbnb Plus is excellent value for money and is just a five-minute drive from the nearest grocery store and a short drive from Downtown Gatlinburg.
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5. Canopy Ridge Safari Glamping Tent
- Location: Pigeon Forge
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $120+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/22266457
This unique Gatlinburg Airbnb is a retreat in the truest sense of the word. The one-bed glamping tent is nestled within a safe location in the mountains – just 12 miles from Gatlinburg – and is ideal for those who want to make the most of their trip to this outdoorsy hotspot. Unplugging here from the daily grind is easy – the tents have no power and zero noise pollution.
When you need to charge up or grab a cup of joe, there’s a shared community bathhouse, outdoor propane grill with fire pit, coffee/tea bar and power stations. The hosts provide wood to get your nighttime fire started – you just bring the s’mores! The glamping tent has a perfect 5 star score from over 150 guests and counting.
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6. Huge Luxury Gatlinburg Cabin with Hot Tub
- Location: Arts and Crafts Community
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: No
- Price: $1500+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/30557273
Unfortunately, you can’t stay at nearby Dollywood, but this luxury Gatlinburg getaway is the next best thing! This massive sweet retreat luxury cabin is ideal for family reunions or big group getaways, and has an incredible 20 bedrooms and space to sleep up to 100 people! “Grand Orchard Lodge” also boasts sprawling interiors, a huge chefs kitchen, eight dining tables, a theatre room and pool room, an enormous outdoor deck and two private outdoor hot tubs!
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7. Amazing views with Pool & Hot Tub
- Location: Near Ober Ski Lodge
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $100+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/23613573
You don’t need Dolly level money to enjoy a stay in beautiful Gatlinburg. This brand new one-bedroom condo is modern, stylish and has everything you need and more for a kick-ass vacation in Tennessee.
Located just minutes from Gatlinburg’s popular Ober Ski Lodge, the condo complex has a pool, hot tub and outdoor grills that Airbnb guests have full access to. The mountain views from the condo are breathtaking, and you’ll get your money’s worth just from enjoying them as the sun sets over the Smokies.
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8. Dreamy Mountain Cottage in the Heart of Downtown Gatlinburg
- Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $196+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29758723
Gatlinburg is a brilliant outdoor destination for a family trip, and this mountain cottage is the best Gatlinburg Airbnb for families. The ultra modern and stylish Airbnb Plus has two bedrooms (including one with bunks for the kids), a luxury private hot tub, a porch with swing chairs and atmospheric indoor fireplaces.
The Downtown Gatlinburg family home is walking distance to so much that the city has to offer, including the Ober Resort ski lift, Gatlinburg Aquarium and many top restaurants. Dollywood is just nine miles away. This is easily one of the best Airbnbs in Tennessee!!
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9. Renovated Hillside Cabin Close to Downtown Gatlinburg
- Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $100+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25392818
Another Airbnb Plus verified Gatlinburg offering, this stylish studio cabin was designed and decorated by HGTV experts. It features immaculate wooden interiors, a king bed and a large outdoor deck with a private hot tub.
This highly-rated cabin is just three miles from the restaurants, cafes, bars and shops of Downtown Gatlinburg. With all the Gatlinburg Cabins Airbnb has to offer, this one might just be my favorite!
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10. Lover’s Loft- Close to Downtown & Great Smoky Mountains
- Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $150+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13510542
Beautifully presented and welcoming, this one-bedroom cabin is a romantic retreat that has a near-perfect rating on Airbnb from 250 past guests and counting. The cute mountain cabin has a loft bed suite with its own indoor jetted tub, an outdoor deck with hot tub and a patio with seating. The cabin is super close to Downtown Gatlinburg, which is within walking distance. Ober Ski Resort is also in close proximity, as are many excellent dining and entertainment venues.
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11. Sweet Retreat Luxury Cabin in Mountain Shadows Resort
- Location: Mountain Shadows Resort
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $120+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32438628
Located within the Mountain Shadows Resort, this Airbnb Plus studio cabin is cozy, well-equipped and spotless. There’s jacuzzis both in the bedroom and on the outdoor deck, indoor fireplaces and a charming porch with rocking chairs. Airbnb guests are treated to the resorts many features, including two pools, a clubhouse, a kids playground and a pavilion.
Downtown Gatlinburg is right nearby, as are many of Tennessee’s best outdoor activities, including white water rafting and horse riding.
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12. Lofts Near Aquarium, Ole Red, Anakeesta, and Trolley
- Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $80+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29966559
Tucked away in the heart of Downtown Gatlinburg, this gorgeous one-bedroom loft is brand-spankin’ new and sure to impress. It has stylish country cottage interiors, custom furniture and a gas fireplace, and the condo complex has a community pool you’re welcome to use.
Walk to almost everything in Downtown Gatlinburg, or jump on the trolley ride outside and explore the area that way.
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13. Secluded Cabin Gatlinburg Airbnb with Beautiful View
- Location: Big Ridge
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: No
- Price: $200+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/4908678
Located near to a Park & Ride that offers efficient trolley travel around Gatlinburg and its surrounds, this luxury one bedroom log cabin is built on a large, private lot just six miles from Downtown Gatlinburg.
There are amazing mountain views, a heart-shaped jacuzzi with views, a deck, a grilling area with seating, fireplaces and stylish decor, and the cabin is the ideal getaway for a romantic retreat. Not surprisingly, this Airbnb has achieved a perfect 5 star guest rating from over 100 happy guests and counting!
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14. Best Condo Airbnb in Gatlinburg Tennessee — Hot Tub Access and Mountain Views
- Location: Gatlinburg / Ober Ski Lodge
- Airbnb Plus: Yes
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $60+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/22104122
Another epic Gatlinburg Airbnb Plus, this brand new studio condo has been professionally designed and decorated and is a sleek and stylish retreat in the Tennessee city. Just a few minutes drive from Ober Ski Lodge, this mountain condo is the perfect place to unwind after a long day on the slopes. Guests also receive full access to the community club house, which has a pool, hot tub, grill and kids playground.
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15. The Mason Jar Lodge
- Location: Close to Downtown Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $250+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20484857
Explore the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood and all of Gatlinburg from this chic two-bedroom mountain lodge. Just four miles from Downtown Gatlinburg, the gorgeous lodge boasts spacious interiors, a hot tub, decks with amazing views, wood-burning fireplaces and all the mod cons to ensure your stay is a comfortable one. Wild berries even grow here during the summer months, and you’re welcome to enjoy them.
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16. Smoky Mountain Cabin! Hot tub/ Wifi/Clean
- Location: Hemlock Hills Log Cabin Community
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $150+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/23388857
Nestled within an exclusive Gatlinburg community, this romantic one-bedroom mountain cabin is tranquil, private and oh so stylish. There’s an in-bedroom jacuzzi for relaxing nights in with a glass of wine or two, and a large deck with a hot tub and serene views.
The Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community and Downtown Gatlinburg are just a few minutes drive away, and it’s also easy to reach Pigeon Forge, Great Smoky Mountains National Park trails and Rocky Top Sports Center.
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17. Large Luxury Cabin For Groups with Movie Theater, Game Room & Man Cave
- Location: Elm Road
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $200+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/33530163
With cool custom furniture (think rustic Jim Bean barrels transformed into furniture), this luxury three-bedroom Gatlinburg cabin sets a high benchmark for the towns Airbnb offerings. Its features are endless and impressive. There’s a home cinema, foosball, pool table, games room, fireplace, deck with hot tub and a man cave, and the beautifully designed cabin has some of the best views in the area. From here, it’s a breezy drive into Downtown Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge.
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18. 3-Bedroom Cabin in Mountain Springs
- Location: Pigeon Forge
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $300+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/37112088
The picturesque Tennessee town of Pigeon Forge is the home of Dollywood and just 15 minutes from Gatlinburg.
Just minutes to Dolly’s theme park and to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this brand new three-bedroom home has an indoor pool, a pool table, a games room, home movie theatre and a covered porch with rocking chairs and a hot tub. The home also offers unbeatable mountain views and is sure to make its mark on the towns Airbnb scene.
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19. Best Bachelor/Bachelorette Party Airbnb with Swimming Pool
- Location: Sevierville
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: Yes
- Price: $400+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/38845714
16 Guests! 6 Bedrooms! 13 Beds!
Bordered by the Great Smoky Mountains, picture-perfect forest trails and stunning waterfalls, the city of Sevierville is a pretty 30 minute drive from Gatlinburg and is famous for being the hometown of Dolly Parton.
While you’re looking out for Dolly, you’ll want to stay at this six-bedroom mountain cabin. The rustic wood and timber home features its own indoor pool, hot tub and pool table, and is located within a private resort community with its own swimming pool. From here, explore Sevierville, head over to Dollywood in nearby Pigeon Forge or drive into Gatlinburg with ease.
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20. Best Gatlinburg Luxury Tree House Airbnb
Airbnb Gatlinburg Luxury Tree House | Credit: Airbnb
- Location: Gatlinburg
- Airbnb Plus: No
- Superhost: No
- Price: $169+ USD per night
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/42875174
Fulfill your childhood dreams and book a couple night’s stay at this fun treehouse rental! Perfect for the adventure lovers looking for an unique experience, and it’s located adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Complete with a private bathroom with a lovely rain shower, comfy bed, and loads more. It’s located at a resort too, so you’ll have access to a heated pool, playground, library, board games, ping pong and corn hole to keep busy!
Check out this guide for more Treehouses in Gatlinburg Tennessee for unique glamping stays!
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Gatlinburg Airbnb Experiences To Book
Ran by experts from the Gatlinburg area, these Airbnb Experiences in Gatlinburg are bestselling opportunities to learn about the culture and lifestyle of life in the Tennessee city.
Top Rated Moonshine/Whiskey Walking Tour
“After we give an informative overview and history of “Appalachia” and moonshining we will begin our tour. I will be showing you real-life working stills. You will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and see exactly how their process works. After that, we will jump right into our first round of tastings!”
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/407552
Price: From $40 USD per person (3.5 hours)
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Smokies Photo Class & Lunch with a Pro
“I will meet with individuals or a group smaller than 6 participants and take them on a hands on photo safari in the Smoky Mountains while teaching them how to operate their camera. It will begin with an overall class of how camera operations interact. Basically how to come away from auto setting and get the best images by using camera controls.”
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/433696
Price: From $120 USD (5.5 hours)
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Unplugged Waterfall Hike in the Smokies
“We’re going to ditch the crowds and traffic and head out for a waterfall hike off the beaten path in the Smoky Mountains! This is a moderate 4-8 mile hike – depending on how far you want to go, and your ability level. This trail also features several excellent waterfalls and cascades and is arguably one of the best waterfall hikes in the national park since it features 3 large waterfalls and dozens of other smaller cascades to enjoy.”
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1047778
Price: From $40 USD (5 hours)
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Did I leave out any epic Airbnb Gatlinburg Cabins?
With so many cozy cabins and homes to choose from, it was tough to narrow down this shortlist of the best in Tennessee town. But if you’ve stayed in a great Gatlinburg AirBNB – or are the host of one – that you think deserves to be on my list – reach out!
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Planning a trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee or the South?
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Final thoughts on Gatlinburg Airbnb Rentals
I just love the coziness of mountain log cabins, and I think Gatlinburg is another U.S city to add to my ever-growing travel bucket list! There’s something so whimsical and comforting about evenings spent in front of a wood-burning fireplace, and most of these AirBNBs have hot tubs with incredible views as a backdrop – so even better!
If you make it down to Gatlinburg, let me know what your trip was like!
I loved reading your blog about the best Airbnbs in Gatlinburg. Your detailed descriptions of each property and the surrounding area were very informative. It’s great to see that there are so many unique and charming places to stay in Gatlinburg, and your blog has definitely given me some great ideas for my next vacation. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise!