Best rooms at Margaritaville Island Hotel — ranked
Best overall: Deluxe Room for couples or solo travelers who want a King Bed, in-room stone fireplace, and private balcony options. Best for families or groups: Standard Room with 2 Queen Beds and balcony access — it’s the more practical, sleep-more layout.
In this guide
Why pick the Deluxe Room?
Deluxe Room (1 King Bed) is the top pick if you want a room tailored to couples or a solo traveler who prefers a King bed and extra comfort features. The hotel’s room descriptions note rainfall showers and in-room stone fireplaces as special features in guest rooms.
Deluxe Room layouts often include a private balcony or patio and views toward The Island or the Little Pigeon River depending on room location. If you want a room with a quieter outlook or a more intimate setting, ask the front desk for river- or courtyard-facing rooms at check-in.
- Bed: 1 King Bed
- Key features mentioned for rooms: rainfall shower, in-room stone fireplace
- Good choice for couples, a quieter stay, or a single traveler wanting more bed space
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Bed type | King |
| Fireplace | In-room stone fireplace in many rooms |
| Balcony/patio | Often available; request river/courtyard view if important |
Best for families: Standard Room
Standard Room (2 Queen Beds) is the go-to option for families or groups who need two beds and straightforward functionality. The room type provides two Queen Beds and balcony access in many layouts, making it a practical choice for parents traveling with kids.
Standard Room tends to put you near the main hotel public spaces and gives easy access to the rooftop pool deck, the Margaritaville Restaurant, and The Island’s shops and attractions just outside the hotel doors.
- Bed layout: 2 Queen Beds
- Good for families, groups of friends, or anyone who wants separate beds
- Balcony options available in many Standard Rooms
| Why choose | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Two beds | Families or groups |
| Simpler layout | Practical daytime use and easy access to hotel public areas |
| Balcony access | Common in many rooms for fresh air/views |
Rooms with fireplaces and bathrooms
The property notes in-room stone fireplaces and rainfall showers as distinctive room features. If a fireplace is a priority, confirm this at booking or again at check-in since not every room type or unit will have the same configuration.
Bathrooms in the property’s rooms include rainfall showers and in some rooms soaking or jetted tubs are shown in hotel imagery; ask the reservations team if a specific bathroom layout matters for your stay.
- Common in-room features listed: rainfall showers, stone fireplaces
- Some rooms show soaking or jetted tubs in photos — request if needed
- Confirm exact amenities for your reserved room directly with the hotel
| Room element | What guests report |
|---|---|
| Showers | Rainfall-style in many rooms |
| Fireplace | Stone fireplaces noted in room descriptions |
| Tubs | Some rooms include jetted/soaking tubs; availability varies |
Rooftop pool deck and room access
All registered guests get rooftop pool and fitness access through the Island Destination Fee; the heated rooftop pool features a hot tub, fire pits, private cabanas for hire, and the Chill Bar for drinks and light fare.
If pool time is important to your stay, consider rooms on higher floors or those with balcony views toward The Island so you can easily return to your room between rooftop visits. Cabanas are available for hire at the rooftop pool, and non-hotel visitors may have limited rooftop seating during busy periods.
- Rooftop pool features: heated pool, hot tub, fire pits, cabanas (for hire), Chill Bar
- Pool hours are posted by the hotel (seasonal changes may apply); the deck has had seasonal closures for renovation in the past
- Access to the rooftop pool and fitness center is included in the Island Destination Fee
| Pool feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Hot tub | On the rooftop deck |
| Cabanas | Available to rent |
| Chill Bar | Poolside bar serving tropical drinks and light fare |
Location, views and walking access
Margaritaville Island Hotel sits at 131 The Island Drive on The Island complex in Pigeon Forge, positioned between branches of the Little Pigeon River. Rooms facing the river or plaza offer direct views of The Island, the fountain show, and the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel.
The hotel is steps from The Island entertainment complex, so if you plan to visit shops, the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, or nearby museums and theaters, request a room on the plaza or river side for quick access and easier evening returns.
- Address: 131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, 37863, US
- Steps from The Island entertainment complex, Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, and nearby restaurants
- About 5 miles from Dollywood and roughly 5–7 miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance (Gatlinburg route)
| Nearby attraction | Approximate proximity |
|---|---|
| The Island (shops/ferris wheel/fountain) | Steps away |
| Dollywood | About 5 miles |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Gatlinburg entrance) | About 5–7 miles |
Booking tips and practical notes
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The person making the reservation and checking in must be at least 21 years old and present a valid photo ID at arrival.
An Island Destination Fee applies per night and covers in-room high-speed WiFi, rooftop pool and fitness access, bell services, live entertainment, complimentary bottled water, and two welcome margaritas at the Chill Bar. Parking and pet policies can vary across booking sites, so confirm specific charges and pet rules directly with the hotel before you travel.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (valid photo ID required).
- Destination fee covers WiFi, pool & fitness access, bell service, live entertainment and two welcome margaritas; amount can vary by date/source.
- Pet policy: the hotel’s FAQ states pets are allowed with a non-refundable per-pet fee — verify current rules and limits before booking.
| Policy | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Parking | Availability and current fees (self-park and valet options reported) |
| Pets | Hotel FAQ lists a pet fee; third-party sites may differ—call to confirm |
| Cancellation | Confirm reservation cancellation window and penalties with the hotel |
