RIVER TERRACE RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER, Gatlinburg

The resort is located 1 km from downtown Gatlinburg's main street, placing shops, restaurants, and attractions within easy walking distance. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is minutes away by car, and Dollywood is 15 km from the property. The free Gatlinburg Trolley stops nearby, providing access to Wild Bear Falls water park at the neighboring Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort. Whitewater rafting and scenic walking paths are 2 km away. Parking is free and on-site, though spaces can be tight and steep hills connect the upper buildings to the main area.

Rooms range 0.3 m² Standard rooms to a 56 m² River View King Loft. Standard options include King or Queen Guestrooms with one or two beds, a private balcony or patio, and a full bathroom with shower/tub combo. Signature and River View categories add upgraded furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes with microwave and mini-fridge. The River View Signature King Loft offers an upstairs king bed, a downstairs queen sleeper sofa, two full bathrooms, and a fireplace. Some rooms have a balcony or patio overlooking the Little Pigeon River. Air conditioning and heating are available. Some rooms have been noted as showing wear, with older fixtures and carpeting.

The property's own restaurant, Drafts Burger Bar, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Breakfast is not complimentary; instead, a grab-and-go bag with items like granola bars, oatmeal, and coffee is available. For more dining variety, the Gatlinburg trolley provides a short ride to restaurants at the nearby Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort. Numerous restaurants are also within a 5-minute walk along the main strip, including Mexican, Chinese, and American options.

The resort features a heated outdoor swimming pool that is open all year, with a shallow end and a secure fence. A pool lift is available for mobility-impaired guests. The pool area includes lounging space and fire pits overlooking the river. There is no spa or fitness center on-site; the nearest water park is Wild Bear Falls, a short trolley ride away. Hiking trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are minutes from the property.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Free on-site public parking is available but not reservable. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a tour desk. Laundry facilities are on-site for a fee. Meeting and banquet spaces can accommodate groups of various sizes. Accessibility features include ramps to pool decks, accessible parking spaces, elevators with audible floor announcements, accessible public bathrooms, and a low front desk counter. Pets are allowed (one dog or cat per unit, under 27.2 kg, with breed restrictions) for a non-refundable fee of $150-$170 plus a refundable $100-$150 deposit.