The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Island at Pigeon Forge

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Connecting Rooms, 1 King, 2 Queens

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Connecting Rooms, 4 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Presidential Suite, Suite, King, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Guest Room With 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe 2 Queen W/ Sofabed, Guest Room, 2 Queen

  • Sleeps 5

Deluxe King Room With Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

Standard 2 Queen, Guest Room, 2 Queen

  • Sleeps 4

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One-Bedroom Executive King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Junior King Suite With Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Tub, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Connecting Rooms 4 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 8

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About the area

Pigeon Forge

Heart of Pigeon Forge.With a stay at this Downtown Pigeon Forge hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Island at Pigeon Forge and 2 miles (3 km) of Titanic Museum. Dollywood is within 6 miles (10 km) and Wilderness at the Smokies is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • The Comedy Barn Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alcatraz East Crime Museum - 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
  • Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ole Smoky Moonshine "The Barn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paula Deen's Family Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Flavortown - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4-star hotel near Island at Pigeon Forge
The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. 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 a 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
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • 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 feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • 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 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 smoke detector in each 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 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

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Days Pigeon Forge
Days Inn Pigeon Forge
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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

Reviews

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 774 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 774 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 774 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 774 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 774 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynne, Coral Springs

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

LORI, Harrisburg

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Car rally was going on.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice people. Free breakfast. Clean and places to go within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tommy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The retro theme was good but you can see the drywall that was just placed over the old drywall. The flooring seemed dirty and in bad condition for the age of the remodel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerusha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back in time !

Like stepping back in time. This unique little hotel presents as a 1950s style lodging experience down to every detail . It’s fun and comfortable and right in the middle of everything g pigeon forge has to offer. The staff is friendly and the vibe is upbeat . They even have a pool bar and a restaurant. Do something different and stay here instead of a boring chain. The prices are comparable to then but the experience is unmatched !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy, Chapmansboro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely adorable and nicely renovated motel with staff and service that went out of their way to make us feel like we were at an all inclusive resort. Absolutely loved it. Oh, the pool party was a pleasant fun surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool area was really nice.only drawback was shower head wasnt good.hardly any pressure. But everything else was really nice.good.clean property friendly staff.will return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in town for Jeep Invasion. First time staying at this hotel. The staff is as amazing. Restaurant was phenomenal.our only drawback was housekeeping. Our room was skipped 2 days in a row. Not such a huge deal with the exception of towels. Would have been nice to not have to go to the office every evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

NO MICROWAVE, Tiny mini fridge with no tiny freezer-not deep enough to set anything in. So when you get a presidential suite you still can’t really do any meals or snacks in your room. Can’t heat up any leftover take out and fridge not big enough to put any leftovers in. We bought a pie and had to stand it on its end No garbage can big enough for more than a drink bottle or two. Our room had an adjoining room availability- but we could hear every move they made! Kept us up until early am. Other wise PERFECT!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great place I will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hershel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give me a southern breakfast

The room was ok, Needed a microwave . Parking was a little challenging. I didn’t care for the food selection for our free breakfast. We only ate breakfast on site 1 morning, The other days we went out for breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was friendly. Food was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nelson

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Guadalupe

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!!

This place is sooo cute. Love the throw back feel. The staff was soo nice and helpful. The waitress Ana at the restaurant was absolutely wonderful. Went above and beyond We will define ba l!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025