Great location, atmosphere, surroundings, amenities, staff and shops

Stayed in September 2025

We loved the location, the modern cabin, and the onsite restaurants. This property is home to a top rated bistro that did not disappoint. The cafe and coffee shop provided other options for meals.

Stayed in August 2025

Breakfast was very average - no healthy eating choices, which would have been a bonus.

Great location for us - quiet and relaxed. Cabins were comfortable and loved sitting out on the balcony with nothing but trees surrounding us. Restaurant was superb - we ate there a couple of times and by far the best option in the area.

Stayed in August 2025

Only and the only negative was we had a run of ants in the microwave, fridge area. Was late and they still had someone come in and spray.

Staff were great, good food in cafe,

Stayed in July 2025

The lighting within the cabin could use some adjusting considering the sleeping and living area are all in one room. Also the porch needed a bit of attention by cleaning staff.. there was a cigarette butt still sitting on the porch railing and spider webs needed to be swept.

The views and location are beautiful. The cabin was cozy and inviting. The staff was very accommodating and helped us celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary! The food at the onsite Bistro is literally award winning!

Stayed in July 2025

The bathroom floor constantly felt cold and wet even though it was not wet. Very weird.

The location was beautiful.

Stayed in July 2025

The heat from the weather but they can't do anything about that.

Everyone we can in contact with were wonderful, helpful & accomodating!

Stayed in July 2025

The only thing that was problematic, because of my allergies, was the cleaning products used had a strong floral scent. However, that's just a personal issue I deal with in most places.

Staying at the D.B. Lodge was a wonderful and refreshing experience. My husband and I are often disappointed with our stays (on-line pictures don't compare to reality) but not with Dancing Bear it exceeded our expectations. The staff seemed to be anticipating our arrival like important guest. When we got into our modern style cabin, we were so excited, clean, comfortable and well equipped. There were 2 lovely bathrobes for when you got out of the jacuzzi or shower. The cabin was set in a quiet serene area. Breakfast at the Dancing Bean coffee house was fantastic too! I can't wait to visit again.

Stayed in July 2025

Not a thing.

Bess were very comfortable and I liked the excellence.

Stayed in July 2025

Super clean and very peaceful location.

Stayed in July 2025

Bed was very hard. Mirror in bathroom needs better lighting. There were no steps to get into hot tub.

Peace and quiet. Pet friendly. Awesome breakfast included. Natural scenery. Beautiful little cabin.

Stayed in July 2025

Fantastic Staff, Great privacy, Many eating options, smores at the fire pit!! Fantastic time

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

Well maintained

Stayed in June 2025

Would be good if cafe could open earlier than 9 AM.

The cabin locations were perfect - in the woods and away from the road and other services. Breakfast was available from nearby cafe and/or coffee shop. Selections were limited, but sufficient. We were able to pick up breakfast items the night before for an early morning departure. We really liked the Dancing Bear Bistro. The menu selections were interesting and the food was excceptional. Our server for both nights was Zoe and she was excellent.

Stayed in May 2025

The location is fantastic! Tucked away to enjoy the peace and quiet, but close enough to all the action. The accommodations are almost anything you could ask for! We received a welcome basket with waters and snacks for a hiking trip. The bathroom was clean and updated. The bed was extremely cozy and comfortable. We were given breakfast cards for each morning's stay, and we had a choice of where to go. They have free bike rentals, and we took advantage of that and rode bikes along the amazing trail. Would highly recommend!!

Stayed in May 2025

Dancing Bear Lodge is a very nice lodge that is conveniently close to Cades Cove.

Stayed in April 2025

There wasn’t a lot of parking in front of our cabin.

The grounds were beautiful. The location was good. The coffee was exceptional!

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful property and lovely cabins

Stayed in April 2025

Friendly staff. Nice welcome basket. Nicely laid out and fairly new interior.

Stayed in March 2025

I was glad we arrived in the daylight as after dark it's a bit harder to see with the low light levels around the units. All of Townsend was harder for us to get around after dark. The roads are not well-lit and the markings on the roads are very poor.

Very friendly staff and quiet location in a woodsy setting. Made to order breakfast was available in two locations and were very filling with good coffee. Only drawback was the 8AM start for the breakfast. Our room was one of the shared wall duplex units but for the most part people were very quiet. Rooms were large and well equipped. We had plenty of towels and housekeeping and supplies were available on request. A nice welcome basket was left for our arrival. There is a general store along with the restaurants and I recommend giving their fried apple pie a try. Great location for getting to Cades Cove.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing

We stayed in a villa with a hot tub. It was a lovely spacious apartment in a great location. We loved the hot tub and the balcony. It was very close to Cades Coves and the GSMNP. The onsite Dancing Bear restaurant was exceptional! All of the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in October 2024

Cabin was a little small

Able to bring dog

Stayed in September 2024

Came for a day's bike ride around Cade's Cove on automobile free Wednesday, and it was wonderful. Our cabin had full kitchen facilities so we had dinner in each evening. The breakfasts at the Dancing Bean cafe (coffee's, muffins, bacon-egg-cheese sandwiches) were filling and complementary. The lodge is literally minutes away from the Great Smoky Mountains NP. Townsend TN is a far cry from Gatlinburg, the other gateway to the Smokies which I found to be too crowded. I can't wait to return to Townsend and the Dancing Bear Lodge. BTW, on our first night we crossed paths with a black bear as he ambled (not danced) across the road we were using to head back to our cabin. On our Cade's Cove bike trip we encountered 6 more black bears! Amazing! Loved this place....

Stayed in September 2024

The included breakfast was filling and convenient Townsend is a peaceful location in the Smokies removed from the hub bub of the touristy areas. The Appalachian Bistro has delicious farm to fork meals and great cocktails.

Stayed in September 2024