AIRPORTS & HOST HOTELS
Greystone Lodge on the River 2022
Reservations by phone only: (865) 436-5621
Mention: "NAIL TECH EVENT" for Group rates.
BEST ROOM LOCATION: REQUEST A ROOM OVERLOOKING THE STREAM & CLOSER TO THE LOBBY or POOL.
Rates good for: July 6th - 13th, 2022
Reservation deadline: June 8th, 2022
Reservation Requirement: Equal to the 1st nights stay is required at the time of booking; additional tax is 12.75%.
Cancelation Policy: All parties must contact the lodge prior to 48 hours of their scheduled check in day to cancel without charge. Once parties are within the 48 hours of check in they will be charged the first night’s lodging with tax to cancel.
Located in the center of town at Traffic light #5 & is in walking distance to many shops, attractions & restaurants (No Way, Jose's Mexican Cantina is next door). It's 1/4 mile from the GCC & is located across from the main Trolley hub at the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
Executive Queen or Queen Non Smoking (4 ppl. max):
Friday/Saturday = $153
Sunday - Thursday = $140
*1 parking space per room strictly enforced; no RV's or trailers; paid parking lots nearby.
Sunday - Thursday = $255
Friday & Saturday = $305
*12.75% tax additional
Includes: free wireless internet, deluxe continental breakfast featuring biscuits & gravy every morning (still going on in the big breakfast room by the lobby), outdoor pool, some hotel balconies overlooking the stream, too!
635 River Road
Gatlinburg TN 37738
Phone reservations: mention ""NTE"" for Group rates. 865-436-0048
CLICK HERE for online reservations
Rates good for Thursday, July 7, 2022 - Thursday, July 14, 2022:
Reservation deadline: by midnight on June 7th 2022
Located 1 street parallel to the Parkway with balconies facing the Little Pigeon River on River Rd (by request) & a back parking lot with walking access to the Parkway near Ober Gatlinburg. It features an indoor pool, a lounge/bar in the lobby, plus an outdoor hot tub & fire pit for gathering. The closest restaurants are the The Peddler Steakhouse on River Rd, Crockett's Breakfast Camp, the Cherokee Grill & the Park Grill.
Standard 2 Queen = $209 + 12.75% tax
Standard King Room = $209 + 12.75% tax
967 Parkway, Gatlinburg TN 37738
Phone reservations: mention ""NTE"" for Group rates. 865-436-4878
Reservation good for: Thursday, July 7, 2022 - Thursday, July 14, 2022
Reservation deadline: by midnight on June 7th 2022
CLICK HERE for online reservations.
Located on the Parkway near Ober Gatlinburg. It features an outdoor pool, a breakfast area in the lobby & is within easy walking distance to all the action on the Parkway. The closest restaurants are TGI Friday's, The Melting Pot, Crockett's Breakfast Camp, the Cherokee Grill & the Park Grill.
***The Smokies Nail Show entrance at the Gatlinburg Convention Center is on Historic Nature Trail, NOT on the Parkway (that entrance is for the big Craftsmen's Fair going on at the same time as our show).
Standard 2 Queen Balcony Creek View = $199 + 12.75% tax
Standard King Room Creek View = $189 + 12.75% tax
520 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg TN 37738
Reservations: mention ""NTE"" for Group rates: 865-605-1307
for online reservations
Rates good for Thursday, July 7, 2022 - Thursday, July 14, 2022:
Reservation deadline: by midnight on June 7th 2022
Located 2 blocks uphill from the Gatlinburg Convention Center on HNT & features an outdoor pool, plus hot tub & fire pit for gathering. The closest restaurants are the Log Cabin Pancake House (open breakfast/lunch only) across the street & the Park Vista hotel's "Vista Grill" dining room (short uphill drive on the mountain top).
Standard 2 Queen beds w/microwave & fridge = $199 + 12.75% tax
Standard King Room w/sofabed, microwave & fridge = $189 + 12.75% tax
Glenstone Lodge 2022
504 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN. 37738
The Glenstone Lodge is located 2 blocks uphill from the GCC & is within walking distance to downtown at Traffic Light #8 (by Bubba Gump's) where all the action is; Trolley stops in front.
Reservations: mention "NAIL TECH EVENT" for Group rates. (800) 362-9522
Online reservations: CLICK HERE
Rates good for: July 6th - Tuesday, July 14th, 2022
Reservation deadline: June 7th, 2022
Reservation Requirement: Equal to the 1st nights stay is required at the time of booking; additional tax is 12.75%.
Cancellations: may be made 72 hours prior to arrival date. Cancellations made within 72 hours of arrival date forfeits the first night’s room/tax.
The Glenstone Lodge features complimentary WiFi, multi level indoor atrium pool w/waterfall & hot tub, large outdoor pool, plus a huge picnic pavilion by the stream. On-site restaurant serving breakfast from 7:00-11:00am or visit the nearby Log Cabin Pancake House.
Please note: The rates showing on the website may be averaged over several days & include 12.75% tax. The rate will change dependent on your dates, so be sure to:
1) update your dates
2) update number of nights
3) update “search availability”.
Interior or exterior rooms:
King (weekdays) = $149
King (weekends) = $199
2 Queen standard (weekdays)= $149
2 Queen standard (weekends) = $199
Upgraded rooms with balcony overlooking Historic Nature Trail:
2 Queen standard (weekdays)= $189
2 Queen standard (weekends) = $219
*all rooms are up to 4 ppl max + 12.75% tax
Zoder's Inn & Suites 2022
402 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN. 37738
Zoder's is located downtown near Traffic light #3, within walking distance to many shops, restaurants & attractions. It's 1/2 mile from the GCC with a back exit shortcut onto Rte. 321 that keeps you off the busy Parkway traffic (get to the GCC in under 5 minutes). A Trolley stop is also nearby.
Includes: free Wifi, coffee & breakfast bars in the lobby for light breakfast, indoor pool & 24 hour outdoor pool, too!
Reservations by phone with Manager only: Terry Starker (865) 436-5681 Mention: "NAIL TECH EVENT" for Group rates.
Rates good for: July 6th - 13th, 2022
Reservation deadline: June 30th, 2022
Reservation Requirement: Equal to the 1st nights stay at the time of booking; additional tax is 12.75%
Cancelation Policy: If the booking is canceled within 0 to 13 days of the arrival date, Zoder’s cancellation policy is the 1st nights stay revenue will be forfeited & will not be refunded.
2 DOUBLE BEDS (accommodates 4 ppl) = $140 + 12.75% TAX
Executive Suites (accommodates 4 ppl) $160 (+ 12.75% tax)
Features a living room with seasonal gas fireplace, sleeper sofa & private bedroom with a king bed, plus balcony overlooking the stream. All executive suites have a small refrigerator & coffee maker.
The Gillette Motel 2022
235 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN. 37738
Phone reservations only: (800) 437 - 0815
MENTION: "Nail Tech Event" for Group rates.
This family owned motel is across from the Gatlinburg Convention Center & has the friendliest staff that always takes care of our nail techs. Located a short walk up from the Space Needle & only 1 block downhill to Traffic light #8 (Bubba Gump's) & all the Parkway action!
Deposit requirement: First night's lodging payment at the time of reservations.
Cancellation requirement: A 3-day notice of cancellation or change of arrival for refund (less $5 service charge per room).
Reservation deadline: June 5th, 2022.
Rates good for: July 6th - 13th, 2022
A total of 40 rooms are available for our group.
2 Double Beds (4ppl max) = $140 + 12.75% tax
315 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Reservations: Group CODE for Group rates when phoning = "NAI" (865) 436-2008
Online reservations for 2022 - CLICK HERE
Rates good for: July 6th - 13th, 2022
Reservation deadline: by midnight on Wednesday June 8th, 2022
Located 1 block uphill from the GCC between the Bear Land Market & the Log Cabin Pancake House, plus within easy walking distance to downtown at Traffic Light #8. Features a courtyard with fire pit & hot tub, plus an indoor pool, Bistro, Starbucks & LOUNGE.
Standard 2 Queen = $179 + 12.75% tax
Standard King Room = $189 + 12.75% tax
611 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN. 37738
This newer hotel is located on the opposite side of the street as the GCC as you head uphill on Historic Nature Trail past the Log Cabin Pancake House. It's closest to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park & the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, but a further walk downhill to the GCC at Traffic Light #8 (Bubba Gump's on the corner).
Reservations: Group CODE for Group rates when phoning = "NAI" (865) 436-4935
Online reservations for 2021 - CLICK HERE
Rates good for: July 6th - 13th, 2022
Reservation deadline: by midnight on June 8th, 2022
King w/sofa sleeper = $179+ 12.75% tax
2 Queen standard = $179 + 12.75% tax
Airport & Travel Info
GPS for the Gatlinburg Convention Center:
SHUTTLES for the TYS Knoxville Airport to Gatlinburg
Airport car rental agencies are NOT open 24/7 - schedule your flight (factoring in any delays) with enough time to arrive before the rentals close; see airport website for closing hours.
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UBER is not readily available nor reliable (labor shortage).
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UPDATED FOR 2022: Taxi's require advanced reservations, most with non-refundable deposits (book them ASAP). One-way from the airport to G-burg starts at $100 & up. Most take credit cards, Venmo, Cash App & Cash. Click pink link for website.
Angel's Taxi: (865) 771-1936 * All female drivers; Angie answers calls/texts
Shults Taxi: (865) 315-6317 *cancelations up to 72 hours minus processing fee
Driverz Taxi Service: (865) 323-9708 *Jodi answers calls & drives
Hitch-a-Ride: (865) 296-9518 * Owner Brandon Pruitt
Benz-Taxi: (865) 202-0690 *12 Mercedes vehicles; Square invoice
Cruise Cab: (865) 306-4551
United Airport Taxi: (865) 356-9845
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), Tennessee - CLICK HERE
43.2 miles = 1 hour via US-321 N (with traffic thru Pigeon Forge).
*car rental agencies are NOT open 24 hours - schedule your flight to arrive before closing; see airport web site for more info.
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), North Carolina - CLICK HERE
1 hour 46 min. (86.7 miles) via I-40 (entering Gatlinburg on Rte. 321 at Cosby; least amount of traffic; scenic back roads)
Greenville Spartanburg Airport (GSP), South Carolina - CLICK HERE
2 hour 47 min. (150.9 miles) via I-26 W and I-40 W (entering Gatlinburg on Rte. 321 at Cosby; least amount of traffic; scenic back roads)
Charlotte Douglas Int. Airport (CLT), North Carolina - CLICK HERE
3 hours 34 min. (190.3 miles) via I-40 W (entering Gatlinburg on Rte. 321 at Cosby; least amount of traffic; scenic back roads)
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