On the banks of the Cliff Branch River and off Highway 321, this casual hotel is a 13-minute walk from Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Featuring balconies with river views, the unfussy rooms provide complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen HDTVs, DVD players and iPod docks. They also come with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites add fireplaces, with some offering whirlpool tubs. Kids 17 and under stay for no extra charge.

Parking is free, as is hot breakfast served in a country-style, casual dining area. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness room and a game room, plus a business center.