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The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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

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Pool views, open daily
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
2760 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863
  • The Comedy Barn Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Island at Pigeon Forge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Fireplace King (Mobility Accesible, Tub)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Fireplace King (Mobility Accesible, Tub)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed (Hearing Accessible)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard King (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard King (Hearing Accessible)

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King (Hearing Accessible)

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

View all photos for Standard 2 Queen

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard 2 Queen

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

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Fireplace King

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Fireplace King

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe 2 Queen with Sofabed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King

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

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Exterior

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The price is CA $183
per night
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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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

  • Island at Pigeon Forge - 5 min walk
  • LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge - 14 min walk
  • Christmas Place - 15 min walk
  • Titanic Museum - 3 min drive
  • Dollywood - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paula Deen's Family Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Margaritavile - ‬9 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 spa 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fence around the pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 10-25 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

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 fitness center
  • 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
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly 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

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 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
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. 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

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. 235 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 366 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Wayback
This property is absolutely amazing! We have stayed here multiple times in the last year. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The entire property is kept clean and the rooms are immaculate. The pool area is fantastic and it has a bar built into an old Airstream camper. At night, this area becomes adults only for drinks and socializing. The Wayback has become our favorite place to stay while visiting Pigeon Forge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Louisville

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Guilherme

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JONNA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , close to attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Walking distance to Margaritaville and other shops. Great location 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wayback is located less than a 3 min walk from main attractions such as margaritaville island and frizzles chicken cafe was worried it would be too loud at night due to the proximity but was quite and secluded. The rooms were beautiful and clean, housekeeping visited very day of our stay (3 nights) so trash did not pile up in our room. Staff and locals were friendly. Only con we noticed was our shower glass doors would not stay shut but managed to adjust to keep it closed during showers. Overall was an excellent stay and would recommend to anyone planning the pigeon forge area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved leaving my car parked right in front of the room and being able to walk straight to the island in less than 10 minutes
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the bedroom, the amenities, the service, and simply the location of the property. I have recommended it to many so far. Especially how well the staff and service was for us. Price was excellent but could always be better! Great stay and will be staying their next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Veda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable beds and great shower, did not like the rolling bathroom door or hearing the trash pickup at 5:00 am. Very limited parking
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So unique!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dining room was not great, but everything else was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Likes,Close to Island. Plenty of food around area. Dislikes,No ice machine or vending machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rose kay, Fort Myers

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location for Jeep Invasion
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024