Hotels in Townsend

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Where to stay in Townsend?

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Best Western Cades Cove Inn
Best Western Cades Cove Inn
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
The price is $80
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Cades Cove Inn
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Budget hotels in Townsend and vicinity

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi
Super 8 By Wyndham Pigeon Forge Downtown

Super 8 By Wyndham Pigeon Forge Downtown

Super 8 By Wyndham Pigeon Forge Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Pigeon Forge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (854)
The price is $34
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Super 8 By Wyndham Pigeon Forge Downtown
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Terrace/patio
Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn
2.0 star property
Townsend
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
The price is $109
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Townsend Gateway Inn
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You may also like hotels with pools in Townsend

Terrace/patio
Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn
2.0 star property
Townsend
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
The price is $109
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Townsend Gateway Inn
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You can also stay at hotels with a hot tub in Townsend

Luxury Cabin, 1 King Bed (Leconte) (Pet Friendly) | Terrace/patio
Dancing Bear Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge

Dancing Bear Lodge
3.5 star property
Townsend
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318)
The price is $204
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Dancing Bear Lodge
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When is the best time to visit Townsend?

Our prices for hotels in Townsend are cheapest in February
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High 10°C / low 1°C. Partly sunny.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 28 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 16 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 29 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 18 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 29 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 14 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 3 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in Townsend

Stunning sunset view over Cades Cove in Townsend, Tennessee showcasing vibrant autumn foliage and rolling mountains

Cades Cove

4.7/5 (1,807 reviews)
Cades Cove is 6.9 mi (11 km) from central Townsend, why not stop by during your stay. Townsend has other popular activities such as Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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Old buildings and trees at a Cades Cove historic area in the Great Smokey Mountains.

Cades Cove Visitor Center

4.6/5 (76 reviews)
Get friendly with the flora and fauna and spend the day at Cades Cove Visitor Center located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from central Townsend. If you like Cades Cove Visitor Center, you'll love Hedgewood Gardens, just a short drive away.
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Learn more about Townsend

Dubbed the 'Peaceful Side of the Smokies,' this gateway town offers a refreshing alternative to crowded park entrances. Tube down the Little River on hot summer days, watching for playful otters. The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center brings Appalachian culture to life through exhibits that locals actually visit too. Tuckaleechee Caverns reveals an underground wonderland with massive formations in chambers tall as football fields. After exploring the national park, return to family-owned restaurants serving fresh-caught trout. The Little River Railroad Museum chronicles the logging history that shaped this valley before conservation efforts. For motorcyclists, nearby Deals Gap presents the legendary 'Tail of the Dragon' with 318 curves in 11 miles.

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Cades Cove showing mountains and landscape views

Check out reviews of Townsend hotels guests love

Talley Ho Inn

Talley Ho Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very nice, the room was great and clean, the whole stay was a real pleasure. I will definitely stay there again soon"
James 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Talley Ho Inn

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Townsend?
Highland Manor Inn, Dancing Bear Lodge and Townsend Gateway Inn are all properties that our guests really like.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Townsend?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Townsend, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Townsend if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
Browse 7 vacation homes on our site. You can also book one of the 87 cabins for your stay.
What will the weather in Townsend be like during my visit?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Townsend when the average temp is 71°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 40°F. December and July are the months with the most rain.
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