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Our top choices for Townsend LGBT-friendly hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a lamp, and a checkered curtain.

1. Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn
2.0 star property
Townsend
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was very nice, clean well kept, close to the Smoky Mountain National Park entrance in Townsend, TN"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Townsend Gateway Inn
A wooden deck with two rocking chairs facing a mountainous landscape.

2. Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat

Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat
2.0 star property
Townsend
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (163 reviews)
"Very nice property and the staff was very helpful. The only thing I would say is it is VERY steep getting to the room, however, we would stay again, the view was AMAZING."
United States
Karla
The price is NZ$391
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat
A stone fire pit with benches, a covered pavilion, and a building in the background.

3. Econo Lodge Pigeon Forge Riverside

Econo Lodge Pigeon Forge Riverside
2.5 star property
Pigeon Forge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,649 reviews)
"This hotel was excellent!!!"
United States
michele
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Econo Lodge Pigeon Forge Riverside
A modern breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a selection of cereals, and a variety of breakfast items.

4. Best Western Knoxville Airport/Alcoa

Best Western Knoxville Airport/Alcoa
2.5 star property
Alcoa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was outstanding"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Knoxville Airport/Alcoa
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge
3.0 star property
Pigeon Forge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (658 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Sherrie
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

6. The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
Governor’s Crossing
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful helpful staff. Beautiful property and close to shopping and attractions"
United States
Hettie
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit surrounded by chairs, a pergola, and a building with large windows.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
2.5 star property
Kodak
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,659 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Ronald
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
An outdoor seating area with sofas, tables, and chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

8. Tru by Hilton Pigeon Forge, TN

Tru by Hilton Pigeon Forge, TN
2.5 star property
Pigeon Forge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, great breakfast, very clean, and the staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay here in the future!"
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Tru by Hilton Pigeon Forge, TN
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a bar counter with coffee machines.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge
3.0 star property
Pigeon Forge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
United States
Manikandan
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge
A hotel dining area with a long table, chairs, and a patterned rug.

10. Hampton Inn Knoxville - Airport

Hampton Inn Knoxville - Airport
2.5 star property
Alcoa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (830 reviews)
"nice clean place to stay. If I am in the area again will definitely stay again."
United States
Jerry
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hampton Inn Knoxville - Airport
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Top Townsend Hotel Reviews

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Governor’s Crossing

10/10 Excellent

Excellent service. Older hotel but clean and well maintained. Guests are well looked after
Australia
Sandra
Reviewed November 29, 2025
The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Townsend?

If you're searching for a place that will welcome you to Townsend, our website has the gay-friendly hotel you're looking for. Visitors are sure to enjoy all Townsend has to offer including its mountain landscape.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Townsend?

Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Townsend Gateway Inn is another good option for your holiday.

How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options will I find in Townsend?

You'll find 2 LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options in Townsend.

What are the top places to visit in Townsend?

During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Townsend has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and Cades Cove. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Cades Cove Visitor Center, Deals Gap and The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum.

What is a gay-friendly hotel in Townsend?

LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Townsend, hotels affiliated with IGLTA prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.

What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Townsend?

Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Townsend and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.

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