Staying in Cosby
Cosby is the quiet east end of the Smokies: a gateway to the park’s Cosby area and the Foothills Parkway East, with cabins tucked into the hollows and far less traffic than Gatlinburg. Newport, the Cocke County seat, has hotels off I-40.
Where people base themselves
Cosby cabinsQuiet hollows near the park’s Cosby area.
GatlinburgBusier and walkable, west along US 321 — Gatlinburg stays.
More on the area in our Cosby guide.
Map: places to stay near Cosby
The map shows places to stay around Cosby so you’re not starting from a blank search. We work with booking partners — how that works.
Also searchCosby cabins ↗ Quiet-side cabins on the park’s east end.
Before you book
- Mountain driveways can be steep, narrow and gravel — read the access notes, especially in winter.
- “Close to the park” varies a lot — check the drive time to the entrance you’ll use.
- Pets, hot tubs and minimum stays differ by cabin — check the rules before you go.
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