The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Tribute Portfolio
8.2 (746 reviews)
2760 Parkway , Pigeon Forge , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Breakfast wait times
Issues with amenities
Quality of bed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
Generally clean rooms with noted issues about specific areas like the shower.
Service
8.5
Friendly staff, but with some service inconsistencies like breakfast reservations.
Location
8.54
Highly praised location, close to events and attractions.
Room Quality
7.99
Rooms were nice; however, issues with amenities like bed quality reported.
Amenities
8.02
Basic amenities available, but some guests felt there was a lack of options.
Value for Money
8.18
Generally considered good value, although some found the breakfast situation misleading.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Breakfast received mixed reviews, with some noting it was good while others found issues.
Overall Experience
8.3
Majority enjoyed their stay but had some complaints regarding specific aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:20

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in Pigeon Forge, just 9 minutes away from Dollywood Theme Park and a short drive from Great Smoky Mountains, The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers the perfect base for your Tennessee getaway.

Modern Amenities
Each room at The Wayback features free WiFi, a microwave, refrigerator, and a work desk, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also enjoy a daily continental breakfast and take advantage of amenities like a coffee maker and cable TV.

Special Offers
Take advantage of discounted Dollywood theme park tickets available at our 24-hour front desk. With free parking and proximity to attractions like Gatlinburg Golf Course and The Island in Pigeon Forge, your stay at The Wayback promises convenience and excitement.

Book your stay at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel now and make the most of your Tennessee vacation!

Important information:

Nonrefundable Pet Fee Per Stay is $150Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TYS

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 746 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.02
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Amelia • couple • us
10
We had an awesome time!
Cons:

I thought a brighter light by the coffee and refrigerator area would have been nice. That area of our room was pretty dark. But everything else was fabulous!

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Bolorin • couple • us
1
Bad.
Pros:

Toilet kept clogging told staff and nothing was done breakfast was overloaded with heavy salt could not even eat it tv kept going out of the WiFi router

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Yaimara • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
6
Loved the decor and most of the staff were friendly but the room was hot and dirty.
Pros:

The vibes and location.

Cons:

Dirty. We found a blueberry and other trash in our room.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Abrianna • couple • us
9
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • family_with_children • us
7
Clean, good price, convenient location.
Pros:

Across the street & walking distance from The Island in Pigeon Forge. Breakfast was included in our stay. Really enjoyed our visit!

Cons:

Would be nice if the bathroom had a separate door for the toilet & shower due to multiple people in the room, sometimes it's not suitable. Otherwise, if staying alone, then it's fine. Not a big deal, just a suggestion.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Ashton • couple • us
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • extended_group • us
10
The rooms were fun. Wish it had a microwave. But other than that it was great!
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

The front staff. But all other staff was fantastic!

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Donald • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Great location. The 70's theme makes it stand out from the other hotels

Cons:

The attached restaurant was pricey and had a very limited menu. Mattress was way too soft for me.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Rolen • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location was nice and it was very cute and retro!

Cons:

Housekeeping shouldn't knock on doors till 11am which is checkout time. They came to my door at 10:25.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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rachael • family_with_children • gb
10
Hidden gem!
Pros:

Loved the Hotel vibe
The staff were brilliant and extremely helpful
Loved the location
Loved the courtesy parking
Loved the breakfast

Cons:

Nothing not to like!

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

We got to our room, and the heat/AC wasnt working. I called down to the desk, and less than 5 minutes later, a repairman came in and fixed the issue (the plug under the unit had come loose). The free breakfast is amazing, and a wonderful perk! We always stay at this hotel when we come down, and this was out 3rd time here. We have a 4th stay already booked! Also, the pool is heated in the winter apparently! Didn't know that!

Cons:

It was a great stay, I have nothing to add here.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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jjjfltpa • Family • Tampa, Florida
10
Hospitality
Pros:

The staff were excellent for a one night stay. We had plans to stay at other lodging in Gatlinburg however we decided to leave that hotel early because it was not a very good experience. So we left early and came here. They were very accommodating. Dinner was great at the restaurant downstairs and the rooms were very clean. They did a good job of remodeling this hotel. I can see how the noise others wrote about could be an issue however it was not an issue for us. Most of the hotels in the area have open hallways with doors facing roads anyway. We will be back.

2026-01-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Becky • couple • us
7
Pros:

We did not have the breakfast.

Cons:

The bed could have been a little better, just felt like our feet were higher than our head. It’s all good!

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • family_with_children • us
9
Cool for a one night or two night stay but I wouldn’t stay any longer.
Pros:

It’s cute and all fun designs, the pool and airstream/food truck is the best part!

Cons:

I only got 2 “free” breakfast while I had a party of 4. The other 2 being children. Advertising was wrong on the breakfast party.

And parking sucks!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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lori • family_with_children • us
7
The pool, activities, lobby and restaurant were fantastic. The room could have been cleaner
Pros:

The vibe was great and the staff was excellent

Cons:

The shower was moldy in the corners and there was no hand soap at the sink.
The main area stair need a cleaning there was first and spider webs in the corners

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Linda • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

This hotel was clean and close to everything! We enjoyed the pool and the food at the restaurant! The staff were all very nice and I would definitely stay here again!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
3
Pros:

Convince to the strip

Cons:

No notified there would be a up charge once we checked in. No working ice machine for rooms.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • family_with_children • us
4
Underwhelming
Pros:

Convenience, the Elvis show.

Cons:

Wasn’t clean. It wasn’t roach filthy either but not Marriott Standards. Sunlight around the door. We never really got cold with the a/c all the way down. It was kinda warm still. Parking was a nightmare. You had to back out of the back lot if there were no spaces. Each time there was someone behind me so they had to back too. I had a child to carry plus stuff every time we went to the room. And I had to make multiple trips to the car because I had to park along ways away. The one night I had to park in the boot store parking lot. The breakfast is a joke. Only 2 people per room eat for free and it isn’t a continental breakfast it’s a restaurant.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee