The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Property class: 4

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A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and large windows offering views of the city.
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A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Playback." It features a spacious outdoor area with a covered seating area and a well-lit entrance.
A modern living room with a colorful ceiling, a large window with a view of the outdoors, a sofa with patterned cushions, a round wooden table, and a red ottoman.
A wicker lounge chair with cushions, a small round table, and a white chair in a courtyard with a wooden fence and a building in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Explore the area

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2760 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863
  • Place, The Comedy Barn Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Connecting Rooms

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Connecting Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Pigeon Forge

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel places you in the centre of Pigeon Forge, within just a 5-minute stroll of Island at Pigeon Forge and within 30 minutes of Titanic Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Paloma Scratch Kitchen, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Swim Club is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, pool cabanas and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Downtown Pigeon Forge hotel include Wilderness at the Smokies and Dollywood.

What's nearby

  • The Comedy Barn Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountain Wheel - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Island Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Azul - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Pigeon Forge hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 25 for adults and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Paloma Scratch Kitchen
  • The Swim Club

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 for adults and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Island Drive
Days Pigeon Forge
Days Inn Pigeon Forge
Days Inn Pigeon Forge Hotel Pigeon Forge
Island Drive Lodge Pigeon Forge
Island Drive Lodge
Island Drive Pigeon Forge
Island Drive Lodge
The Wayback Pigeon Forge A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel on 26 Aug 2026 start from NZ$149, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and poolside dining, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

Does The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 952 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Girls trip, great location and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay a good one. The bathrooms in the hotel rooms are quite nice - tile floors and detach shower head options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Such an adorable place with the sweetest vibe. Loved the decor. Very clean and the beds were comfortable. The hot tub and on site restaurant were our favorite perks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and on the strip in pigeon forge. Across the street from the islands, which is a fun locale for the evening. Very convenient and accessible to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Landon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! very clean and welcoming! Enjoyed free breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, staff friendly, pet friendly!!! Over wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

LINDSAY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed booking the connecting rooms for more space and really loved how close the hotel was to everything! The aesthetic of the rooms was comfortable yet stylish and can’t beat the free made to order breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty sheets were left in our room in a basket. Other than that it was really clean and we liked the short walk to the island. Staff was nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly! Rooms are very clean. Beds are super comfy! Will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, pool was nice just cold, didn’t like that room didn’t have a microwave, free parking but very small lot, walking distance from the island was great overall it was a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an exciting concept and unique style for a hotel. They took an old, run down hotel that probably dated back to the 60's and turned it into a fun, no big frills hotel. Great location, nice pool and hot tub and on site restaurant. We loved the room and parking was easy. The restaurant which has an amazing menu unfortunately had a gas leak so we weren't able to try it (next time because the menu looked fabulous). You really can't go wrong at the Wayback if you understand it is just an old hotel that has had a face lift and offers a great location and fun vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Great location, short walk to Island, crime museum and comedy barn. Pool was awesome. The only complaint would be parking was a little troublesome. Didn't always have parking close to our room but, was able to adjust without too much difficulty. Over-all experience was good and I would book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, great coffee in room, spacious, comfortable room.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it and would stay here every single time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super friendly and helpful, location was perfect for anyone wanting quick and easy access to places like The Island, etc. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it and will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TRAVIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms for Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

SIMONE

Liked: Staff & service
The room was very cute. They have done a nice job with making the hotel look nice with the theme. The room pretty clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Billy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lip stick on a pig. Old building & dated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026