Best Western Plus Apple Valley Lodge exterior with Smoky Mountains in background

Hot breakfast buffet with waffles, eggs, and biscuits

Outdoor pool area with stone fireplaces and seating

Best Western Plus Pigeon Forge

Your Home Base for Dollywood & the Smokies

Right on the Parkway. Minutes from Dollywood. Free hot breakfast every morning.

Our Rooms

Suites & Specialty Rooms

We have 84 rooms total. Most guests book our standard kings and queens, but these specialty rooms are worth a look if you want something extra.

Fireplace Whirlpool Suite with king bed, stone fireplace, and whirlpool tub

Couples

Our Most Popular Suite

Fireplace Whirlpool Suite

King bed, in-room whirlpool tub, gas fireplace, and a balcony. This is our most-booked suite for anniversaries and honeymoons. The fireplace is real (not decorative) and the whirlpool fits two.

King Bed Fireplace Whirlpool Balcony

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King Queen Loft Suite with king bed downstairs and queen bed in loft

Families

Kids Love These

King Queen Loft

Two-level room with a king bed downstairs and a queen in the loft. Kids think the loft is the coolest thing ever. Parents like having their own space. Sleeps 4 comfortably.

King Bed Queen Bed Two Levels Sleeps 4

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Whirlpool Room with king bed and in-room jacuzzi

Relaxation

Whirlpool, No Fireplace

Whirlpool Room

Same whirlpool tub as our fireplace suite, but without the fireplace - and priced accordingly. King bed, balcony, and a jetted tub to soak in after a long day at the parks.

King Bed In-Room Jacuzzi Private Balcony Views

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Two Queen Room with two queen beds and balcony

Value

Our Most Booked Room

Two Queen Standard

Two queen beds, balcony, mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. This is what most families book. Nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with everything you need.

2 Queen Beds Private Balcony Sleeps 4 Flat Screen TV

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What's Included

What You Get Here

Free Hot Breakfast

Eggs, waffles, biscuits and gravy, rotating meat (bacon, sausage, or ham), fresh fruit, yogurt, juice, and coffee. 6-10am daily.

Pool & Fire Pit

Outdoor pool open seasonally. Stone fire pit area with seating - bring marshmallows.

On the Parkway

1949 Parkway, Pigeon Forge. Minutes to Dollywood, The Island, and a short drive to the national park.

Free Parking

Free self-parking for all guests. We can accommodate trucks, SUVs, and trailers.

Free WiFi

Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel. Strong enough for streaming.

Fitness Center

Small gym with cardio equipment and free weights. Open 24 hours for guests.

Nearby

What's Close By

We're on the main strip in Pigeon Forge. Here's what's within a short drive.

3 Miles

Dollywood

Dolly Parton's theme park. Roller coasters, live music, Southern food, and seasonal festivals. Opens at 10am most days.

12 Miles

Great Smoky Mountains

Free national park. Hiking, waterfalls, scenic drives, and wildlife. Cades Cove is about 45 minutes from here.

2 Miles

The Island

200-foot Ferris wheel, shopping, Margaritaville, and a free fountain show. No admission fee to walk around.

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Reviews

What Guests Say

"Fireplace suite was great for our anniversary. Real fireplace, big whirlpool tub. Staff left us a card and chocolates. We'll be back."

Sarah & Michael T.

TripAdvisor

"Kids went crazy for the loft room. They fought over who got to sleep up there. Good breakfast, easy drive to Dollywood. Would stay again."

The Johnson Family

Google

"Clean room, nice pool area with the fire pit. Nothing fancy but exactly what we needed. Breakfast saved us money every morning."

David R.

Booking.com

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Best Western Plus Apple Valley Lodge from Dollywood?

Dollywood is 3 miles away, about a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Dollywood's Splash Country water park is the same distance.

Does the hotel include free breakfast?

Yes. A full hot breakfast is included for all guests, served 6:00–10:00 AM daily. It includes eggs, waffles, biscuits and gravy, rotating meat (bacon, sausage, or ham), fresh fruit, yogurt, juice, and coffee.

Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes. There is a seasonal outdoor pool and a stone fire pit area with seating next to the pool. The pool is open during warmer months.

Is parking free?

Yes. Free self-parking is available for all guests. The parking lot can accommodate trucks, SUVs, and trailers.

Does the hotel have rooms with fireplaces?

Yes. The Fireplace Whirlpool Suite has a real gas fireplace (not decorative) along with a king bed, in-room whirlpool tub, and private balcony. It's our most popular suite for couples and anniversaries.

Does the hotel have family rooms?

Yes. The King Queen Loft has a king bed downstairs and a queen bed in the loft — kids love it. Sleeps 4. We also have a King with Bunk Beds room (king bed plus twin bunk beds) that sleeps 4.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

How far is the hotel from the Great Smoky Mountains?

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance is about 12 miles from the hotel. Cades Cove is approximately 45 minutes away. Gatlinburg is also 12 miles from the hotel.

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Check rates and availability online, or call us directly. We're happy to answer questions about rooms, local attractions, or anything else.

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