Gatlinburg, TN is the ultimate summer vacation destination! Located at the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our charming city offers some of the most breathtaking natural beauty in the country. In the summer months, Gatlinburg comes alive with special events, traditions, and attractions. To help you make the most of your next […]

Vacations are awesome, right? You get to take time off of work or school and visit places you’ve never been or places you want to go back to. For those of you who travel with a pet, you have to think, “where can I go that will let me bring my pet along? What can […]

At Sidney James Mountain Lodge, downtown Gatlinburg is just a short walk away. In downtown Gatlinburg, you can find many exciting things to do, such as taking in the views at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, walking along the strip or you can relive your childhood fantasies in the new magical tree house themed […]

There is lots of fun to be had in Gatlinburg after dark! Our Smoky Mountain city offers plenty of entertainment for couples, friends, or families looking for a memorable evening out on the town. To help you make the most of your vacation, Sidney James Mountain Lodge has put together a guide to five of […]

Gatlinburg, TN is home to some of the most-visited attractions in the Southeast. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park draws over 11 million people each year, and Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies was voted the best aquarium in America by the readers of USA Today. In addition to these famous attractions, there are also a […]

Gatlinburg, TN is famous for its wonderful fudge shops. No vacation in the Smokies is complete without sampling the area’s signature treat! When you stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge you will be minutes away from all of the superb candy stores on the Parkway. To help you make the most of your getaway, we […]

Getting around Gatlinburg is a breeze when you stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge! Our hotel has a convenient trolley stop right in front of our main lobby, so you can leave your car behind and let someone else drive for a while. Most rides on the Gatlinburg trolley are just 50 cents each way, […]

With over 11 million annual visitors, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular national park in America! Offering breathtaking scenery, over 800 miles of hiking trails, and incredible wildlife, it’s no wonder the Smokies have become a can’t-miss destination in the Southeast. When you stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge in Gatlinburg, […]

While everyone keeps their fingers crossed for sunny skies during their vacation, sometimes the weather just doesn’t turn out the way you hoped. Fortunately, Gatlinburg is one of the very best places to spend a rainy day! Our Smoky Mountain city may be most famous for its outdoor activities, but it also offers a number […]

The old adage that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” must have originated in Gatlinburg, because our Smoky Mountain city takes breakfast seriously! Gatlinburg is filled with a seemingly endless variety of pancake houses and breakfast restaurants, each with their own signature dishes. With so many options, choosing where to dine can […]