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The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
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Poolside views, open daily
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

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2760 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863
  • Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Titanic Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

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

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

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living room

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

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

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

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

View all photos for Room, Connecting Rooms

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Room, Connecting Rooms

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Room, Connecting Rooms

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Room, Connecting Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Pigeon Forge

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is centrally located in Pigeon Forge, a 5-minute walk from Island at Pigeon Forge and a 3-minute drive from Titanic Museum. .This hotel is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Dollywood and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Wilderness at the Smokies.

What's nearby

  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountain Wheel - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Titanic Museum - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dollywood - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paula Deen's Family Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ole Smoky Moonshine "The Barn - ‬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

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Island at Pigeon Forge
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.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 134 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Paloma Scratch Kitchen serving guests of The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Paloma Scratch Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Swim Club - This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 680 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 680 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 680 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 680 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 680 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jojo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Wayback Hotel was a disappointment. My husband and I thought we were going to walk into a nice, new, luxury hotel. Wrong! There was a half inch size gap between the door, insects could get in. The wall paint was terrible. The sheets had dirty stains on them. The bathroom floor had cracks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maxwell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Iverall such a fun and great stay. Only bummer was we booked this place for the pool and yold our kids the entire way about the pool only to arrive while a wedding reception was going on in the pool area so that was a bummer. We did love our room and stay though!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The vibe was great. Loved the decor, it had an Island feel. The only issues we had was the floors in the room need professionally cleaned. The grout was very dirty in spots. The floor had a sticky feeling. You could see a man’s boot imprint on the floor. There were water spots on the ceiling in the bathroom. The room felt very humid and wet. I would definitely go back if these issues were resolved. Great location directly across from the island entrance. I felt like we were in the middle of everything. Close to the outlets and close to Dollywood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrtopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stopped through Pigeon Forge on way back home from vacation and this place was nice! Comfortable, inviting, clean.. I saw a review previously that mentioned being skeptical about the “motel layout” and honestly thought the same but honestly I have nothing to complain about
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Disliked: Amenities
Obviously, this is an old motel that has been remodeled into a cute boutique hotel. It really is cute and in close proximity to the island and other activities. The bathroom was amazing and the bedroom was ok. It was so incredibly loud, not from activities happening outside or people walking up and down the street, but because the air conditioning units are so old and so loud. I also stayed in room 335 and it is the only room that is sort of in an indoor area of the motel. This means there was no natural light, the ice machine was directly outside my door, and it was so loud, and all of the other air conditioning units echoed in that space. I had the TV on volume 50 and couldn’t hear the words. It was quite an unpleasant experience, considering you paid to spend the night and sleep somewhere and you can’t sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The man at the front desk was nice. Not overly friendly, but nice. The room looked ok at first but when we came back after eating dinner to go to bed, we discovered the shower was dirty and the sheets had clearly not been changed. There were crumbs and BLOOD on our sheets. When I called the front desk the lady answered and there was no- I’m sorry or anything. It was- you can change rooms or come get some new sheets. We were literally in our pajamas at this point so I asked if they could bring some clean sheets to us so we could get in bed as we were tired. She said well yeah we can but it could be 10 mins or it could be 30… you never know what could happen. REALLY. No Sign of giving a crap about the fact that there was literally BLOOD on our sheets. So my Husband put his clothes back on and went downstairs to get them and while he was gone another man came to bring more. Laughingly he said here ya go. Again… not one apology for the inconvenience. Probably won’t be staying again. And would not recommend due to the HORRIBLE customer service we received.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitley

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again! I loved the decor and staff was so helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The style of the hotel was modern and really nice. The only issue I had was the floors in the room were really dirty. My socks were solid black after walking in there. I also wished the room had a microwave. Everything else was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good choice

Clean, friendly service, love the retro theme
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is so unique and adorable. The room was super cozy and the decor was so artistic. The staff was above and beyond!! I highly recommend this hotel❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Candice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and had dining and cocktails on site. The pool and hot tub was nice and clean but the poolside bar was not open which was disappointing but overall stay was okay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Octavia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chassity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice, good location. We stayed because it was cheap and dog friendly. There is a $150 dog fee, which I didn’t realize when I booked it. I understand about the pet fee, our dog did not mess up anything. They did put three $100 holds on my credit card even though they told me upon check-in they were putting a $100 hold on my card. I’m fine with the one time hold, but not three at $100 a piece. When I asked during check-out she said they would come off except the pet fee. There were pool parties both nights we were there which were kind of loud, but we were in a room very close to the pool. I would say this is a hotel for younger people. Overall a good stay. The bed was super comfortable and the room was clean and didn’t have a smell, which is always a plus to me.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No working sink, dirty, and no soap.
Faucet wasn’t connected and didn’t drain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Housekeeping was a little lack luster. Sometimes they'd give us things and sometimes they didn't
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Property is older but renovated and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ralanda, Dutton

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
This is our second stay at The Wayback. We do like the location of the hotel. Both stays at the hotel the pool bar wasn’t opened. The rooms are nice and cozy. Overall clean but the baseboards and doors needs a good cleaning. The outside of the hotel does need updating with some color to match the inside decor. The restaurant food was okay.It beats going out once in the room. We plan on staying here again if the prices stay the same. Hopefully the pool bar will be opened on our next stay.
Walk in pool
Inside a queen double room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James, Mount Vernon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My key will not get me in the pool. I got two free drink tickets that were expired. The desk clerk told me my room was on the other side of the property. After moving my vehicle I realized my room was straight above where I originally parked. I had a nice drive arpund the parking lot. Still have no pool access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025