
Margaritaville Island Hotel
Best for travelers who want on-site dining, a spa, rooftop pool access, and immediate access to The Island entertainment complex.
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Margaritaville Island Hotel is a polished, 4-star Margaritaville-branded hotel on The Island in Pigeon Forge with a rooftop pool, on-site restaurants, and a full-service spa—good for travelers who want entertainment and resort amenities within walking distance. The Resort at Dollys is a budget-minded, 2-star resort-named lodging option in Sevierville with multi-bedroom suites and kitchen facilities—best for groups or families looking for low-key, self-catered accommodations near Dollywood.
Updated · about 9.8 mi apart

Best for travelers who want on-site dining, a spa, rooftop pool access, and immediate access to The Island entertainment complex.

Best for larger groups or families who want suite-style rooms with full kitchens and simple, budget accommodation near Dollywood and Pigeon Forge area attractions.
When Margaritaville Island Hotel wins: choose Margaritaville if you want a full-service resort experience—on-site signature restaurants and bars, a staffed full-service spa (St. Somewhere Spa), a rooftop heated pool with cabanas and a pool bar, plus immediate walkable access to The Island attractions.
When The Resort at Dollys wins: pick The Resort at Dollys if your priority is low-cost, suite-style lodging with full kitchens and free self parking for groups or extended stays and you don’t need on-site dining, spa services, or resort-style amenities.
Bottom line: Margaritaville Island Hotel is a resort-focused, amenity-rich option best for guests who value dining, pools, and spa services steps from Pigeon Forge’s main entertainment area; The Resort at Dollys is a basic, search-friendly, kitchen-equipped lodging choice for budget-conscious travelers and larger parties who plan to spend most of their time off-property.
| Category | Margaritaville Island Hotel | The Resort at Dollys |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | 4-star, Margaritaville-branded resort with tropical theme and entertainment focus | 2-star, budget resort-named lodging option focused on practical suite accommodations |
| Location | On The Island in Pigeon Forge, steps from shops, rides and the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel | In Sevierville; drive distance to Island at Pigeon Forge about 9.8 mi |
| Size (rooms/units) | 129 rooms | 6 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Check-in age | 21+ required for the person making the reservation; property is family-friendly for guests | |
| Pools & outdoor | One heated rooftop outdoor pool with hot tub, fire pits, cabanas and Chill Bar | Number of indoor pools listed as 15 (supplier listing); outdoor entertainment area and firepit also noted |
| Restaurants & bars | Margaritaville Restaurant, Fins Bar & Chill, Chill Bar (rooftop) plus Starbucks in lobby and multiple walkable Island restaurants | No on-site signature restaurants listed; self-catering kitchens and gas grills provided |
| Spa & wellness | St. Somewhere Spa, full-service day spa with treatment rooms and salon services | Not published |
| Known for | Resort amenities, themed dining, and direct access to The Island entertainment complex | Budget, multi-bedroom suites with full kitchens and searchable Dollywood-adjacent name |
| Parking | Self-parking and valet available (fees vary; confirm with hotel) | Free self parking on site |
| Typical guest | Couples, families and visitors wanting resort dining and entertainment within walking distance | Groups, families or budget travelers needing kitchen-equipped suites and parking |
Margaritaville Island Hotel sits on The Island in Pigeon Forge, within walking distance of rides, shops and riverfront dining.
Best choice if you want to stay inside Pigeon Forge’s main entertainment hub and walk to attractions.
The Resort at Dollys is located in Sevierville, marketed as convenient to Dollywood and other Sevier County attractions by name.
Better if you prefer a quieter Sevierville base and are prepared to drive to Pigeon Forge attractions.
Margaritaville offers standard and deluxe room types with resort-style in-room touches.
Pick Margaritaville for boutique-style hotel rooms and resort comforts rather than full self-catering.
The Resort at Dollys offers multi-bedroom suites with kitchens intended for group stays and self-catering.
Choose Dollys when you need multiple bedrooms and a full kitchen for family meals or group stays.
Margaritaville provides multiple on-site dining and bar options tied to the brand and The Island.
Margaritaville is the clear pick if you want branded restaurants and poolside drink options without leaving the property.
The Resort at Dollys emphasizes in-unit kitchens and outdoor grills over formal on-site dining.
Dollys suits travelers who plan to cook or to eat off-property rather than rely on hotel restaurants.
Margaritaville features a single heated rooftop pool with a hot tub and poolside services.
Expect a resort-style rooftop pool experience with views of The Island and fountain shows.
The Resort at Dollys lists outdoor entertainment areas and grills; supplier data also lists a large count of indoor pools.
Dollys provides practical outdoor spaces and kitchen/grill options; confirm pool access and exact pool configuration when booking.
Margaritaville pairs an on-site full-service spa with evening entertainment options at The Island.
Margaritaville is the better pick for spa services, fitness access and evening entertainment options without driving.
The Resort at Dollys lists little in the way of on-site wellness or nightlife amenities in its supplier listing.
Dollys is focused on lodging basics; plan to visit nearby towns for spa treatments or evening entertainment.

Margaritaville Island Hotel — multiple branded restaurants and bars, plus a rooftop pool bar and Starbucks in the lobby.

The Resort at Dollys — multi-bedroom suites with full kitchens and outdoor grills suited to family or group stays.

Margaritaville Island Hotel — St. Somewhere Spa and a 24-hour fitness center included via the destination fee.

The Resort at Dollys — lower-star, practical suites and free self parking make it the more budget-friendly lodging option.
Margaritaville Island Hotel is on The Island in Pigeon Forge and is within walking distance to many attractions; The Resort at Dollys is in Sevierville and is about 9.8 miles from the Island area.
The Resort at Dollys offers multi-bedroom suites with full kitchens (including a 6-bedroom suite) and is set up for group self-catering; Margaritaville’s rooms do not list full kitchens.
No—Margaritaville Island Hotel lists the St. Somewhere Spa, a rooftop pool, and other resort amenities; The Resort at Dollys’ supplier listing does not publish a spa and focuses on suites and outdoor areas.
Both properties require the person making the reservation to be at least 21 to check in, but both are described as family-friendly for guests of all ages.
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