The only Marriott property in the center of Pigeon Forge, SpringHill Suites tries to cater to all brand loyalists with a waterslide for the kids, work desks for business travelers, and free breakfast for all. The hotel is just a block off the main Parkway, close enough for easy access to the area attractions, but far enough that rooms don't get traffic noise. The rooms are all suites with small living and working areas, but their bizarre layouts can be confounding -- for so much square footage, they can feel cramped, and TVs are inconveniently placed. Both the Clarion Inn and Music Road Hotel have rooms nearly as large and actually offer more amenities for noticeably cheaper rates.
The only Marriott property in the center of Pigeon Forge, SpringHill Suites tries to cater to all brand loyalists with a waterslide for the kids, work desks for business travelers, and free breakfast for all. The hotel is just a block off the main Parkway, close enough for easy access to the area attractions, but far enough that rooms don't get traffic noise. The rooms are all suites with small living and working areas, but their bizarre layouts can be confounding -- for so much square footage, they can feel cramped, and TVs are inconveniently placed. Both the Clarion Inn and Music Road Hotel have rooms nearly as large and actually offer more amenities for noticeably cheaper rates.
This family-owned budget hotel has some of the lowest rates in the area, with a location to match any other along the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The common areas in particular feel quite dated, with an aesthetic somewhere between a high-school cafeteria and a furnished basement, but almost all of the rooms are large, updated, and clean (there are occasional exceptions in this aging building). Though small, the indoor and outdoor pools -- along with a game room -- make for kid-friendly activities in any weather. Up the road, The Inn On The River is also independently operated, considerably nicer, and has more amenities, but it's tough to beat the rock-bottom rates here.
This family-owned budget hotel has some of the lowest rates in the area, with a location to match any other along the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The common areas in particular feel quite dated, with an aesthetic somewhere between a high-school cafeteria and a furnished basement, but almost all of the rooms are large, updated, and clean (there are occasional exceptions in this aging building). Though small, the indoor and outdoor pools -- along with a game room -- make for kid-friendly activities in any weather. Up the road, The Inn On The River is also independently operated, considerably nicer, and has more amenities, but it's tough to beat the rock-bottom rates here.
The charm and spunk of legendary singer Dolly Parton is channeled into this three-and-a-half-pearl resort attached to the amusement park Dollywood. Family-friendly to the core, the resort holds an endless array of amenities and facilities that make it unnecessary to leave the premises for anything, although free shuttles do run to downtown Pigeon Forge. On-site features include multiple restaurants, pools, game rooms, a gym, and a spa. Although its 300 guest rooms are spacious and include plenty of design frills there's little beyond the standard amenities. But guests with kids will certainly appreciate the bunk beds in several rooms. For something a bit more straightforward and private, travelers could consider The Inn on the River.
The charm and spunk of legendary singer Dolly Parton is channeled into this three-and-a-half-pearl resort attached to the amusement park Dollywood. Family-friendly to the core, the resort holds an endless array of amenities and facilities that make it unnecessary to leave the premises for anything, although free shuttles do run to downtown Pigeon Forge. On-site features include multiple restaurants, pools, game rooms, a gym, and a spa. Although its 300 guest rooms are spacious and include plenty of design frills there's little beyond the standard amenities. But guests with kids will certainly appreciate the bunk beds in several rooms. For something a bit more straightforward and private, travelers could consider The Inn on the River.
The two-pearl Conner Hill Motor Lodge is located on the southern side of Pigeon Forge about a 10-minute drive from Dollywood. The motel-style complex has a decent number of features like a free breakfast with Krispy Kreme doughnuts and an outdoor pool. The rooms are dated in style, but come with convenient amenities like mini-fridges and microwaves. While most guests are happy that the rooms are clean and well-maintained, noise from other guests sitting and chatting in chairs outside their rooms in the evenings can be a bother. Conveniently, the trolley stops just outside the hotel. Travelers may want to consider the Baymont Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge as the rooms are in better shape and it’s within walking distance to the Island in Pigeon Forge.
The two-pearl Conner Hill Motor Lodge is located on the southern side of Pigeon Forge about a 10-minute drive from Dollywood. The motel-style complex has a decent number of features like a free breakfast with Krispy Kreme doughnuts and an outdoor pool. The rooms are dated in style, but come with convenient amenities like mini-fridges and microwaves. While most guests are happy that the rooms are clean and well-maintained, noise from other guests sitting and chatting in chairs outside their rooms in the evenings can be a bother. Conveniently, the trolley stops just outside the hotel. Travelers may want to consider the Baymont Inn & Suites Pigeon Forge as the rooms are in better shape and it’s within walking distance to the Island in Pigeon Forge.
