Welcome to Howard Johnson Downtown Gatlinburg, a comfortable hotel located off US-441 just steps from the exciting downtown area. Check out the Gatlinburg Strip, where you will find attractions like the Gatlinburg SkyLift and Ole Smoky Moonshine distillery. We are less than a mile from the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a popular spot for hiking, fishing, and more outdoor adventure. You can also take a short drive to Dollywood, the famous theme park owned by country music legend Dolly Parton.