The Wayback, Pigeon Forge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Tribute Portfolio
8.2 (867 reviews)
2760 Parkway , Pigeon Forge , US
+1 865-428-7500

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 867 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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Patti • couple • us
10
Wonderful place to stay
Pros:

The way pack’s location is excellent.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
8
Pros:

ENJOYED THE RESTURANT

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Buster • couple • us
10
We stay at Wayback 2 to 3 times a year and always love it.
Pros:

The breakfast was great and the location is unbeatable,it’s close to attractions and restaurants.

Cons:

Everything was great, I don’t know of a thing I would change.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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penny • solo_traveller • us
10
I will definitely stay here again
Pros:

The location was great!!! right across from the island. Walked to the island every day during my day. Ground floor room (motel)parked right in front of my door. Very Clean very large bathroom. has a restaurant I did eat there but it looks really cute. Had a very nice pool (privacy fence) area with cabanas.

Cons:

No complaints (did you have a small refrigerator but no microwave)

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • couple • us
9
Recommend to ev
Pros:

Wonderful staff and great food!

Cons:

No microwave in room

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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April • couple • us
10
Pros:

Such a cute hotel. A short walk to the island. Hotel, restaurant, and whole facility clean and well decorated. Staff were amazing!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
10
Can’t wait to come again!
Pros:

Beautiful hotel and very affordable for how nice it is! Loved the pool and hot tub. Loved the onsite dining and bar. The staff was so friendly and the room were extremely nice and clean.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything about our stay was great

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Walter • couple • us
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Rex • couple • us
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tammi • couple • us
10
Pros:

Loved the lighting in the bathroom, room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable

Cons:

Liked everything about it. Other than the people in the two rooms next to us wanted to slam the doors a half a dozens times at 2:30-3:00 in the morning

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
7
Cons:

Outside noise. Also staying on the backside, there isn't much lighting in the parking area

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Helpful and convenient

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • us
4
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • us
5
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Donald • family_with_children • us
9
It was excellent.
Cons:

No microwave.But I survived.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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estketg78 • couple • us
8
Good location, good food.
Pros:

Breakfast was great but not free. Good prices though. Floors could have been washed/mopped. When you walk across the floors and got in shower the bottom of your feet were dirty.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee