Hotel Overview
ok place to stay
Hotel in great location but it is a old hotel. Needs new carpet and bed spreads in our room....
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nanny 4
- Jan 8, 2012
Fall Break
The location was good but the hotel itself was just OK. It was clean and for the price, I think we...
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Witnesses
- Oct 24, 2011
Budget Pigeon Forge hotel with shared balconies, free breakfast
The Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge is located in the town on the Parkway, within walking distance to attractions, shops and restaurants. A trolley stops at the front door for destinations such as Dollywood. The four-story hotel has shared balconies and sitting areas overlooking either the Great Smoky Mountains or the Parkway. Guests appreciate freebies such as continental breakfast and wireless Internet. The large outdoor pool and whirlpool add a relaxing element.Highlights
- Central Pigeon Forge location with a trolley stop at the front door
- Shared balconies overlooking Parkway or Great Smoky Mountains
- Free continental breakfast and wireless Internet
- Outdoor pool and whirlpool
Location
The Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge is located on the Parkway near several amusement parks. Area attractions, restaurants and shops are either a short walk, drive or trolley ride away, including Dollywood.Rooms
The 107 rooms at the four-story Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge face either the Parkway or the Great Smoky Mountains, which can be enjoyed from shared balconies. Smoking and nonsmoking rooms are available. A coffee maker, TV with expanded cable, microwave and refrigerator are standard. Rooms have beige walls and work desks with a table lamp. The hotel has an elevator.Features
The free continental breakfast starts the morning off right at the Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge. There is also a restaurant on the property open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. A sizeable outdoor pool has an accompanying whirlpool. Other nice freebies include a weekday paper, parking, local calls and wireless Internet at Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge.Transportation
- McGhee Tyson Airport (23.9 mi/38.4 km)
Attractions
- Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall (0.1 mi/0.2 km)
- Dollywood's Splash Country (1.7 mi/2.7 km)
- Dixie Stampede (1.8 mi/2.9 km)
- WonderWorks (1.9 mi/3.1 km)
- Dollywood (3 mi/4.8 km)
- Gatlinburg (7.8 mi/12.6 km)
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (10.5 mi/16.9 km)
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park (10.7 mi/17.2 km)
- Ober-Gatlinburg (10.9 mi/17.5 km)
- Knoxville Zoo (30.2 mi/48.6 km)
Business
- Free local calls
- Copy and fax service
- Internet access
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Hotel Map
- Area description
- Business district
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Adjoining Rooms
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Bus Parking
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Copy Service
- Desk with Lamp
- FAX
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free parking
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- Internet Access
- Ironing Board
- Microwave
- Outdoor Parking
- Outdoor Pool
- Pool
- Refrigerator
- RV or Truck Parking
- Sofa Bed
- Truck Parking
- TV Remote Control
- Vending Machines
- Wake-up Service
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (53)
Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge
- All travelers (53) 2.4 / 5
- Business (1) 1 / 5
- Couples (19) 2.5 / 5
- Families (28) 2.4 / 5
- Friends (5) 2.6 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2.9
- Hotel staff:
- 3.1
- Room comfort:
- 2.7
- Location:
- 3.8
- Value:
- 2.8
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Would not recommend
nanny 4
ok place to stay
Hotel in great location but it is a old hotel. Needs new carpet and bed spreads in our room. Breakfast ok but serving room was cold and need more staff to keep things full...cofee especially.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Witnesses
Fall Break
The location was good but the hotel itself was just OK. It was clean and for the price, I think we got what we paid for. We would probably stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
ruff days in room
not a good stay
This place could use some TLC the door jams had a crack around it which let the light from outside shine in and no tellings what else come in. The first roome had no lock on the door and the TV didn"t work. This is not a place that I would recommend for someone to stay in. The staff on the other hand was very good.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
tazmac
nice to getaway
the hotel was nice. Had good location and was at the right price. Weather was good and the fall color was great. Would stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
check all he coupon books and shop around for good eats
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
CarolSue
Weekend get-a-way
The dead bolt on the door was broken, no remote in the room for TV. Tub drain was taken apart as if there was a problem and the faucet was dripping and holes in the tile. Was a smoke free room but sink had cigarette burns all over. First standard motel room ever that had a huge refrigerator sitting in it. No ice machines that worked except on the 4th floor. Juice at breakfast was room temperature. Staff seemed unconcerned....Worst $80 room I have ever stayed at.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Britt
Ok, a little subpar...
service was good, the original room had a bad air conditioner, and only half the tvs in the hotel had hbo as they were supposed to. jacuzzi did not work and pool not heated...Second room was great. Rooms were clean. All in all worth the money paid, but definetly no extras, and the race track next door makes sleeping difficult.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
Big Daddy's Pizzeria
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
taxi driver mom
our room
Room wete tiny. My 19 year old forget the room number and he thought it was the room next to us so hey put card in door and it opened it but it wasny our room it was Luke 11:00pm he about gave this lady a heart attack. The front desk last called me about midnight saying the lady was going to call the police. It wasn't our fault the card opened her door, they were't to concerned. I was worried someone could get into our room the whole time we ere in vacation.Not a good experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
horrible stay
We picked this hotel because of the pool. When we got there the pool has several places where the tiles was off the side of the pool. The hot tub was more like a luke warm bathtub and the last day it smelled like rotten eggs. We stayed 3 nights and when we checked in the hotel there was only one towel for 4 people. Then everyday we put the room service on the door to have our towels changed and they didn't come once. We had also requested a late check out and the housekeeping decided to walk in on us all changing when we were not supposed to be out yet. So they decided to come in prior to us leaving, but couldn't come clean/change towels when we were staying. The staff at the front desk were wonderful. Also the breakfast was not hot. They only had muffins, donoughts, and fruit. No cereal or anything else. Which was also disappointing because the previews say there is a hot breakfast and I don't like doughnuts which was the majority of what they had.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Fishbaugh
Howard Johnson Inn Pigeon Forge
Our stay was delightful.... everything was clean and it was very quiet and comfortable....the pool was very cold but the hot tub felt amazing after running around all day.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Fuddruckers.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
I Will Never Stay Here Again
I will never stay at this hotel again. The room was very dirty, had bugs in it-and they were not dead, no toilet paper, no towels, the floors were nasty. We had no hot water, and the toilet would not flush. I wouldn't stay here again, even if it was free. The staff was friendly, but the hotel needs some major work done on it. While we were swimming the pool guy came and poured chemicals in it, everyone started coughing and was trying to get out. He could have at least warned us. And the pool was very dirty too. I have nothing good to say about this place!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
