
Axel’s take
A strong pick for Island fun, with spacious rooms and extra fees to factor in.
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Axel’s rating: 8.8/10 · an upscale, tropical-themed 4-star inside The Island entertainment complex
Margaritaville Island Hotel is an upscale, tropical-themed 4-star that makes most sense if The Island is central to your trip. We'd pick it for spacious rooms, balconies and entertainment just downstairs. Tripadvisor and recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise cleanliness and friendly staff, while the rooftop pool and fountain views give it an edge over a straightforward Parkway hotel.
The trade-offs are convenience costs and the busy setting. The hotel now confirms a nightly destination fee and charges for both self-parking and valet; older reviews describing free parking are outdated. Self-parking also involves a walk rather than simply pulling up outside your room. It's a strong choice for families and couples who want restaurants and attractions on foot; we'd skip it for a secluded mountain escape.
- Rooms
- Spacious rooms with balconies, seasonal fireplaces, rain showers, microwaves and refrigerators.
- Cleanliness
- A consistent strength across Tripadvisor, Booking.com ratings and recent Expedia reviews.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful staff and smooth valet service receive repeated recent praise.
- Amenities
- Rooftop outdoor pool, hot tub, poolside bar, fitness center and full-service spa; cabanas cost extra.
- Fees and surprises
- Mandatory nightly destination fee; self-parking and valet both cost extra, despite older free-parking references.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge
Inside The Island, with shops, restaurants and attractions downstairs; better for entertainment than seclusion.
Amenities and check-in
Rooftop outdoor pool, hot tub, poolside bar, fitness center and full-service spa; cabanas cost extra.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Activities for kids
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fitness center (free)
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Margaritaville Island Hotel — Pigeon Forge, United States
Margaritaville Island Hotel is an upscale, tropical-themed 4-star inside The Island entertainment complex in Pigeon Forge, United States.
Address: 131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge. Property ID: 1280872.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/pigeon-forge/margaritaville-island-hotel-1280872
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights | $953 | $1,400 on Expedia | $447 less (32%) | Nov 1 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $567 | $816 on Booking.com | $249 less (31%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
| Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights | $361 | $501 on Booking.com | $140 less (28%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $638 USD
2026-11-30 to 2026-12-03 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-05 | $231 for 1 night · 2 nights $583 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $352 for 1 night · 2 nights $736 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $384 for 1 night · 2 nights $633 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $249 for 1 night · 2 nights $486 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $237 for 1 night · 2 nights $480 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $243 for 1 night · 2 nights $485 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $242 for 1 night · 2 nights $458 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $216 for 1 night · 2 nights $547 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $331 for 1 night · 2 nights $687 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $356 for 1 night · 2 nights $616 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $260 for 1 night · 2 nights $482 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $222 for 1 night · 2 nights $428 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $206 for 1 night · 2 nights $428 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $222 for 1 night · 2 nights $448 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $226 for 1 night · 2 nights $557 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $331 for 1 night · 2 nights $694 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $363 for 1 night · 2 nights $624 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $261 for 1 night · 2 nights $488 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $227 for 1 night · 2 nights $453 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $226 for 1 night · 2 nights $539 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $313 for 1 night · 2 nights $745 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $432 for 1 night · 2 nights $909 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $477 for 1 night · 2 nights $953 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $476 for 1 night · 2 nights $732 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $256 for 1 night · 2 nights $466 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $210 for 1 night · 2 nights $428 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $218 for 1 night · 2 nights $428 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $210 for 1 night · 2 nights $430 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $220 for 1 night · 2 nights $505 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $285 for 1 night · 2 nights $567 · up to 14 nights priced |
#2 of 6 hotels in The Island & Island Drive by Axel's take. The Island & Island Drive is #1 of 5 places to stay in Pigeon Forge. The best hotels in The Island & Island Drive, ranked · Where to stay in Pigeon Forge
Axel's take: 8.8/10
A strong pick for Island fun, with spacious rooms and extra fees to factor in. an upscale, tropical-themed 4-star inside The Island entertainment complex, scored for what it is.
Margaritaville Island Hotel is an upscale, tropical-themed 4-star that makes most sense if The Island is central to your trip. We'd pick it for spacious rooms, balconies and entertainment just downstairs. Tripadvisor and recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise cleanliness and friendly staff, while the rooftop pool and fountain views give it an edge over a straightforward Parkway hotel.
The trade-offs are convenience costs and the busy setting. The hotel now confirms a nightly destination fee and charges for both self-parking and valet; older reviews describing free parking are outdated. Self-parking also involves a walk rather than simply pulling up outside your room. It's a strong choice for families and couples who want restaurants and attractions on foot; we'd skip it for a secluded mountain escape.
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Best for: families spending time at The Island; couples wanting dining and entertainment on foot; travelers who enjoy a rooftop pool
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Watch out for: nightly destination fee plus parking charges; walk from the self-parking area; busy entertainment-complex setting
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Location: Inside The Island, with shops, restaurants and attractions downstairs; better for entertainment than seclusion.
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Rooms: Spacious rooms with balconies, seasonal fireplaces, rain showers, microwaves and refrigerators.
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Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Tripadvisor, Booking.com ratings and recent Expedia reviews.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff and smooth valet service receive repeated recent praise.
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Amenities: Rooftop outdoor pool, hot tub, poolside bar, fitness center and full-service spa; cabanas cost extra.
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Fees and surprises: Mandatory nightly destination fee; self-parking and valet both cost extra, despite older free-parking references.
Axel's opinion of Margaritaville Island Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Margaritaville Island Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- 131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Activities for kids, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Spa, Self parking (extra charge), Valet parking (extra charge), EV charger, Local shuttle, Full-service laundry, Self-service laundry, Accessible parking, Accessible elevator, Accessible pool, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Kitchen, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Pigeon Forge
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard room
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room — room photo 1
Standard room with river view
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room with river view — room photo 1
Standard room with water view
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room with water view — room photo 1
Standard room with view
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room with view — room photo 1
Standard room with balcony
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room with balcony — room photo 1
Standard room with balcony and with land view
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard room with balcony and with land view — room photo 1
Standard Single room
Standard Triple room
Standard Quadruple room
Standard Quadruple room with balcony
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony — room photo 1
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Double room with land view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Double room with land view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room with land view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room with land view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Double room with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Standard Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Double room with balcony and with city view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Double room with balcony and with city view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Double room with balcony and with courtyard view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Double room with balcony and with courtyard view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Double room with balcony and with land view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Double room with balcony and with land view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Double room with balcony and with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Double room with balcony and with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Double room with balcony and with view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Standard Double room with balcony and with view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 3
Standard Quadruple room with courtyard view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Standard Quadruple room with courtyard view — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room with land view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Standard Quadruple room with land view — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room with river view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Standard Quadruple room with river view — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room with balcony
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony — room photo 1
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony — room photo 2
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony — room photo 3
Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with city view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with city view — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with land view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with land view — room photo 1
Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with river view
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Quadruple room with balcony and with river view — room photo 1
Deluxe room
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Deluxe room — room photo 1
- Deluxe room — room photo 2
- Deluxe room — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Deluxe Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room with balcony and with land view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
- Deluxe Double room with balcony and with land view (full double bed) — room photo 1
Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Deluxe Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Deluxe Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Deluxe Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Deluxe Quadruple room — room photo 3
Executive room
Executive Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
Suite
Suite with balcony
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Suite with balcony — room photo 1
- Suite with balcony — room photo 2
- Suite with balcony — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Suite — room photo 1
1 Bedroom Suite with balcony
- Bedrooms: 1
- Room features: Fridge; Balcony
- 1 Bedroom Suite with balcony — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Suite with balcony — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Suite with balcony — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Suite with balcony and with land view
- Bedrooms: 1
- Room features: Balcony
- 1 Bedroom Suite with balcony and with land view — room photo 1
2 Bedrooms Suite with land view
- Bedrooms: 2
- 2 Bedrooms Suite with land view — room photo 1
Single Suite
Triple Suite
Quadruple Suite
Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double Suite with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double Suite with balcony (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge; Microwave
- Double Suite with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Suite with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Suite with balcony (full double bed) — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
Twin Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin Suite (twin beds) — room photo 1
Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Quadruple Suite — room photo 1
- Quadruple Suite — room photo 2
- Quadruple Suite — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Bedrooms: 2
- 2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite — room photo 1
- 2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite — room photo 2
- 2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite — room photo 3
Suite (sofa)
Standard Suite
Deluxe Suite
Presidential Suite
1 Bedroom Presidential Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Presidential Suite — room photo 1
Villa
Cottage
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