Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains
4.6(203)
Hotel
About
Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains offers a distinctive blend of safari-chic glamping and nature immersion just 10 miles from Gatlinburg. Its permanent canvas tents feature hotel-quality beds, wood-burning stoves, and private decks, creating a warm, upscale retreat amid 182 acres of wooded terrain near the national park entrance.
For business groups seeking an offbeat venue, the resort’s communal campfire and camp-style dining foster relaxed networking and team bonding. While it doesn’t have traditional meeting rooms, the curated outdoor experience and attentive hospitality make it a memorable choice for small teams wanting to unplug and connect in a stunning natural setting.
Best for
- Executive retreats with nature immersion
- Team bonding around campfire experiences
- Multi-night stays near Great Smoky Mountains NP
Standout features
Accommodations
Safari-chic permanent tents with upscale comforts
A variety of canvas tents including Deluxe, Stargazer, Suite, and Safari styles feature king-size beds with luxe linens, private bathrooms or nearby bathhouses, wood-burning stoves, and private decks. The tents balance rugged outdoor charm with
Outdoor Experience
Communal campfire with nightly s’mores and live music
Guests gather around a campfire each evening to enjoy complimentary s’mores and live music events, creating a social and immersive outdoor atmosphere unique to this glamping resort.
Setting
Nestled on 182 acres near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Set just 10 miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, the resort offers a lush, wooded terrain with misty mountain vistas, providing a distinctive nature-immersive backdrop for events and retreats.
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Rated 4.6 on Google · 203 reviews