Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

539 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738-3201

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg offers a luxurious escape in a stunning mountain setting infused with island-inspired decor. Recognized as the #1 New Resort from USA Today, this resort pairs modern amenities with a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere. Guests are enveloped in an oasis of comfort while enjoying the natural beauty of the nearby Great Smoky Mountains.

Location

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg is conveniently located within walking distance to various attractions, shops, and restaurants in downtown Gatlinburg. It is a mere two-minute walk from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and a short drive from the iconic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing easy access to outdoor adventures.

Rooms

The resort features 163 elegantly designed air-conditioned rooms equipped with 50” LCD TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, and in-room safes. Many rooms offer private balconies or LED fireplaces to enhance the comfort of your stay. Premium bedding and complimentary toiletries ensure a luxurious experience for all guests.

Eat & Drink

The resort boasts multiple onsite dining establishments, including the LandShark Bar & Grill and License to Chill Bar, offering delicious American and island-inspired cuisine. Signature dishes include burgers, seafood, and specialty margaritas that perfectly complement the tropical ambiance. Guests can also enjoy a daily hot breakfast at the resort.

Leisure & Business

Guests can indulge in leisure activities at the resort, such as the seasonal outdoor pool, indoor pool, and St. Somewhere Spa which provides massages and beauty treatments. There are recreational amenities like a hot tub and fitness center to cater to health-conscious travelers. The resort also features a playground ideal for families traveling with children.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Deluxe Sleeper Sofa ADA

Max:

4 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Fireplace

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Double Queen One Bedroom ADA Suite

Max:

6 persons

52 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Max:

4 persons

53 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Fireplace

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Getting around

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City Centre

Gatlinburg200 m

Airports

McGhee Tyson (TYS) 77.6 km

Asheville Regional (AVL) 136.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Fireplace!

“Our room featured a gas fireplace that added a wonderful touch of warmth and ambiance during our stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The complimentary breakfast included a variety of tasty options like biscuits, scrambled eggs, and excellent coffee that fueled our mornings perfectly.” view full review

Powerful Shower!

“The shower had excellent water pressure, making every shower refreshing and invigorating after a day of exploring.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking

Services

Valet parking
Housekeeping
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu
Children's pool
Water slides

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Indoor swimming pool
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Garden furniture

Location

539 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738-3201

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539 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States, 37738-3201

City landmarks

Aquarium

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

940 m

903 Parkway Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

1.1 km

611 Parkway

Souvenir shopping

940 m

115 Historic Nature Trail

Gatlinburg Space Needle

1.1 km

Convention Centre

Gatlinburg Convention Center

1.1 km

576 Parkway

Anakeesta

940 m

908 Parkway

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

1.1 km

Museum

Hollywood Star Cars Museum

1.1 km

Ski Lift

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

1.1 km

Amusement Park

Earthquake

1.1 km

Theatre

Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre

940 m

919 Parkway

Amazing Mirror Maze

1.1 km

742 Parkway

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church

610 m

800 Parkway

Ripley's Believe It or Not Gatlinburg

720 m

650 Parkway

Ole Smoky Barrelhouse

1.1 km

Museum

Gatlinburg Pinball Museum

760 m

Museum

Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens

1.1 km

424 River Rd

Mysterious Mansion

1.1 km

Museum

Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

1.6 km

306 Parkway

Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster

5.6 km

340 Parkway

Hillbilly Golf

5.6 km

Nearby

631 Parkway

Guinness World Records Adventure

320 m

379 Parkway

Tsali Monument

350 m

National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

940 m

576 Parkway At the intersection of the parkway 441 & 321

Historic Ogle Log Cabin

210 m

716 Parkway # 37838

World of Illusions

490 m

519 Parkway

Doc Collier Moonshine Distillery

80 m

386 Parkway Located one block before traffic light #3

Rowdy Bear Mountain

320 m

623 Parkway

Ripley's Marvelous Mirror Maze

290 m

The SkyBridge

450 m

Restaurants

LandShark Bar & Grill

170 m

515 Parkway

Ole Red

170 m

511 Parkway In The Old Plant Hollywood

El Sonador Mexican Restaurant and Grill

300 m

458 Parkway

Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar

520 m

437 Parkway

Giovanni's

320 m

458 Parkway Ste 10

Atrium Pancakes

530 m

432 Parkway

Ripley's Aquarium Feeding Frenzy Restaurant

350 m

88 River Rd

Cliff Top Grill & Bar at Anakeesta

310 m

576 Parkway At Anakeesta Mountain Top

Smoky Mountain Trout House

840 m

410 Parkway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

78%

liked the resort and would come back again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.9

Location

9.7

Service

8.6

Dining

5.7

Beth

United States, January 2025

8.2/10

The hotel had a fantastic location right at the start of all the attractions and shops in Gatlinburg. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, offering a nice little grassy patio area by the river, which was a great touch. The service was excellent, as the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. However, the dining options could use improvement, as the breakfast was quite basic. Overall, it was a great value for money, but the breakfast could definitely be better.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and well-appointed, making it easy to relax and enjoy meals in. I loved having a patio area right on the river.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, constantly checking in on us and making sure we had everything we needed.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated at the bottom of the Gatlinburg strip, making it easy to explore all the attractions and restaurants on foot.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was a bit lacking in variety and options, offering just a basic continental spread. This was a bit of a downer.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was nice and clean, but I didn't explore too many other facilities.

United States, December 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, with friendly staff and a great location in Gatlinburg. The King Suite was huge and extremely clean, providing all the amenities I needed. However, the dining options for breakfast were a bit lackluster, and I noticed some wear in the room decor. Overall, it was a value-for-money experience, especially given the spacious accommodations.

Rooms

8.0

The King Suite was huge and spotless, with all the amenities I could need, although it did show some wear.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and accommodating, really going the extra mile to help me with a points issue I had.

Location

9.0

The location is hard to beat, with easy access to the main attractions and a nice, quiet atmosphere despite being close to the main street.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was decent, offering the usual fare, but nothing really special stood out to me.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were very good and added to the overall comfort of my stay.

Lisa

United States, December 2024

8.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel! The location is perfect for exploring Gatlinburg and enjoying the Smokies, and I was impressed with how clean and comfortable the rooms were. The staff was super friendly and helpful, providing great recommendations. The breakfast options could use some improvement, and the lack of a sofa in the room was a bit of a letdown, but overall, it was a good value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, huge, and well-maintained, with a nice balcony facing a small stream. The only improvement I would suggest is adding a sofa for extra comfort.

Service

10.0

The service was fantastic! Everyone was friendly and helpful, and they even moved us to a beautiful suite at no extra cost when we needed a landline phone.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, being very close to everything in town and just a short walk to the main parkway.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent but somewhat limited, mainly featuring typical options like scrambled eggs and toast.

Facilities

8.0

The overall facilities were nice, although I didn't get to experience all of them. Everything was well-kept.

William

United States, November 2024

7.6/10

I had a nice stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located right in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. The staff was friendly and provided wonderful service, though they seemed a bit eager for tips. The rooms were spacious and clean, but they could definitely use some updating. Overall, it was a good value for the location and comfort with only a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were large and felt quite comfortable, although they did have a design that reminded me of being on a boat. I really loved the shower, but I wish the water pressure was better. They could use some updates to feel more modern.

Service

8.0

Service was wonderful; the staff was very helpful and friendly throughout our stay. They made us feel welcome, although at times, it felt like they were a bit too eager for gratuities.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a perfect spot, just steps away from food and attractions, and offers a short drive to the park. It was great for walking around downtown and exploring the area.

Dining

7.0

Dining was pretty standard but more than just pastries. It was good enough, especially considering I was traveling with family.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities seemed nice, though nothing felt luxurious. They served their purpose well, and everything was kept clean.

Richard

United States, November 2024

8.0/10

I had a nice stay at the hotel, thanks to its great location right by Honeymoon Island and all attractions within walking distance. The customer service was exceptional and I appreciated the decent breakfast options in the morning. However, I did find the rooms to be a bit on the small side and there was an unpleasant smell during my stay.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were a bit too small for my liking, and there was a strange smell that lingered.

Service

9.0

Service was top-notch; the staff maintained a professional yet fun attitude, and they were quick to bring us fresh towels when we needed them.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, being just a short walk to everything on the Parkway in Gatlinburg. It’s perfect for exploring.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent—more than just toast, with options like scrambled eggs and waffles, but still could use a bit more variety.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were enjoyable with a clean outdoor heated pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a long day.

Leon

United States, October 2024

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, as the location made it super easy to explore nearby attractions and dining options. The rooms were spacious and had a lovely dual head shower. However, I was disappointed that housekeeping didn't clean my room despite my Do Not Disturb sign. The staff, especially during breakfast at Miss Chipper's, were friendly and helpful. Overall, it's a solid choice with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and featured an amazing dual head shower, plus a separate soaking tub. However, housekeeping missed cleaning my room.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive and friendly, with staff helping unload our car and carry our things to the room. The breakfast at Miss Chipper's was great.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, making it easy to walk to shops and restaurants, and quick to drive to Pigeon Forge.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were decent, but I wish there were more variety beyond toast. It was just a bit disappointing not having heartier options.

Facilities

7.0

The overall facilities were well taken care of, though I didn't utilize many areas outside my room.

Eddie

United States, September 2024

8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is nicely situated near all the attractions in Gatlinburg. The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable, providing a restful atmosphere. The staff were among the friendliest I've encountered, always ready to help. However, the breakfast options were somewhat basic, and the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, I felt it offered great value for the money, especially considering the prime location.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were fantastic—spacious, clean, and comfortable, featuring really comfy beds. It’s so peaceful at night with only the sound of the nearby mountain stream.

Service

9.0

The staff were fantastically friendly and very helpful, which really made my stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel was conveniently located within walking distance of all the sights and attractions in Gatlinburg, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was what I expected, with the usual offerings like waffles, scrambled eggs, and biscuits, but it felt a bit limited.

Facilities

8.0

The overall facilities were great, including well-maintained pool areas, although I would have liked a few more amenities.

Jonathan

United States, August 2024

6.8/10

I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The King Suite was enormous and had a nice blend of modern updates and classic style, making it feel spacious and welcoming. The location is fantastic for exploring downtown and visiting nearby attractions. However, the service could use some improvement as it started off a bit unfriendly, and the breakfast options were quite limited, so that was disappointing.

Rooms

9.0

The King Suite was huge and comfortable, featuring two closets with mirrored doors and a large bathroom. It felt like a great value for the size and comfort provided.

Service

6.0

The service was a bit hit or miss. Initially, the staff seemed unfriendly, but they warmed up later. Overall, it could have been better.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, making it easy to walk downtown and access various restaurants and shops. I loved being so close to everything.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast offerings were somewhat lacking, mostly just toast and scrambled eggs. It felt more like an afterthought than a real meal.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but the dining area was quite small for the number of rooms, which made it a bit inconvenient.

Walter

United States, August 2024

7.4/10

I had a great stay overall, with a spacious apartment that was perfect for my son and me. The location was ideal for walking to attractions, and the service was friendly and accommodating. However, I did find the rooms a bit small, and the dining experience left something to be desired with limited options. The price was reasonable for the value I received.

Rooms

7.0

The apartment was spacious with two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a living room that had a fireplace and a balcony, although the walls were quite thin.

Service

9.0

The staff was very polite and went out of their way to help us during our stay in Savannah's Historic District, taking pride in keeping the rooms clean and comfortable.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for walking to all the attractions and shopping, and it felt like the hotel had been recently remodeled.

Dining

5.0

The dining area felt a bit cramped and could use more options, although the breakfast did have some nice choices like blueberry waffles.

Facilities

6.0

Overall, the facilities were decent, but nothing too extravagant or luxurious.

Marcus

United States, July 2024

7.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel with a fantastic view of the river from my private balcony. The rooms were small but clean, and the bathroom was spacious. While the service was very friendly, I did notice a few training issues with the staff. The location was perfect, as everything was within walking distance. Overall, a great value for money, but there’s room for improvement in a couple of areas.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were small but clean, and I loved having a private balcony that overlooked the river.

Service

7.0

The staff was wonderful and friendly, though it seemed they could use a bit more training to handle issues properly.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a great location, making it easy to walk to all the shops and restaurants in Gatlinburg.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was a bit skimpy and could use more fresh choices like fruits and pastries.