The two-and-a-half-pearl MainStay Suites is a clean, family-friendly hotel with 129 apartment-like suites with kitchenettes and lots of space. The indoor and outdoor swimming pools and lazy river are a big selling point here. Other good amenities like free hot breakfast, a small gym, laundry room, and large convention center are nice too. The hotel is a bit removed from the main strip of Pigeon Forge, which might be a pro for those who want a little more peace and quiet. For something right in the middle of the action, consider the Comfort Inn & Suites Dollywood Lane, a similar hotel with the added perk of a hot tub.

The 198-room Shular Inn Hotel is a value property that has cozy, homey charm right in the middle of Pigeon Forge's main attractions. Rooms are fairly stylish for this price range and offer mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and microwaves; some have stoves, full-size refrigerators, stone fireplaces, and jetted tubs. The seasonal outdoor pool area has a beautiful stone hot tub and a kiddie pool while the indoor pool facilities also include include a sauna and hot tub. The free breakfast receives good reviews and there is free Wi-Fi throughout. However, guests must walk between buildings to access certain amenities.