The secluded Hidden Mountain Resorts is a family-owned cabin rental operation, split into two areas, with 300 cabins and counting. It's in a great location for those looking to be off the beaten path, while still providing relatively easy access to the area's attractions -- including Dollywood -- via the nearby Parkway. No on-site bars or restaurants mean making use of the kitchens, or driving, because there's no dining in walking distance from most of the cabins (save for a few on the eastern edge of the resort). Most are well-kept and furnished, with some superbly decorated, but guests should be aware that some have serious cleanliness and/or insect issues that may need to be addressed upon arrival. The similar Gatlinburg Falls Resort (about 25 minutes down the Parkway) has more cookie-cutter cabins, but also more included amenities.
The secluded Hidden Mountain Resorts is a family-owned cabin rental operation, split into two areas, with 300 cabins and counting. It's in a great location for those looking to be off the beaten path, while still providing relatively easy access to the area's attractions -- including Dollywood -- via the nearby Parkway. No on-site bars or restaurants mean making use of the kitchens, or driving, because there's no dining in walking distance from most of the cabins (save for a few on the eastern edge of the resort). Most are well-kept and furnished, with some superbly decorated, but guests should be aware that some have serious cleanliness and/or insect issues that may need to be addressed upon arrival. The similar Gatlinburg Falls Resort (about 25 minutes down the Parkway) has more cookie-cutter cabins, but also more included amenities.
The 158-room Resort at Governor’s Crossing is an upper-middle-range condo-style property with a lively atmosphere that includes indoor and seasonal outdoor water parks. Modern but bland condos have full kitchens, jetted tubs, and flat-screen TVs, and some have washer/dryers, balconies with nature views, and fireplaces. However, some have tube-style TVs and only limited housekeeping is provided -- daily service costs extra. A fitness center, free outdoor parking, and free Wi-Fi are offered, but there is no on-site restaurant. The resort is geared towards families with kids, but it is outside of Pigeon Forge proper. For a kid-friendly budget spot right in Pigeon Forge, try the Clarion Inn, which has a waterslide and can be cheaper, though there are outside noise issues.
The 158-room Resort at Governor’s Crossing is an upper-middle-range condo-style property with a lively atmosphere that includes indoor and seasonal outdoor water parks. Modern but bland condos have full kitchens, jetted tubs, and flat-screen TVs, and some have washer/dryers, balconies with nature views, and fireplaces. However, some have tube-style TVs and only limited housekeeping is provided -- daily service costs extra. A fitness center, free outdoor parking, and free Wi-Fi are offered, but there is no on-site restaurant. The resort is geared towards families with kids, but it is outside of Pigeon Forge proper. For a kid-friendly budget spot right in Pigeon Forge, try the Clarion Inn, which has a waterslide and can be cheaper, though there are outside noise issues.
This water park resort has mountain-lodge themed rooms designed for families, with bunks and Murphy beds; even the most basic room categories have microwaves. Access to three separate, on-site water parks (two outdoor and one indoor) is included in the rate, although the activities in the large adventure center -- including mini-golf, arcade games, a bowling alley, and laser tag –- are not. There are seven different eateries on-site, although food prices can add up. The secluded resort is about 30 minutes from both Gatlinburg and Knoxville, but next to a convention center and the Sevierville Golf Club. This time-share property shares grounds with a Wyndham, so guests should expect varying room quality and a sales pitch.
This water park resort has mountain-lodge themed rooms designed for families, with bunks and Murphy beds; even the most basic room categories have microwaves. Access to three separate, on-site water parks (two outdoor and one indoor) is included in the rate, although the activities in the large adventure center -- including mini-golf, arcade games, a bowling alley, and laser tag –- are not. There are seven different eateries on-site, although food prices can add up. The secluded resort is about 30 minutes from both Gatlinburg and Knoxville, but next to a convention center and the Sevierville Golf Club. This time-share property shares grounds with a Wyndham, so guests should expect varying room quality and a sales pitch.
