New Hotels in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg, TN
At Stay In The New, we track every new hotel opening across the Smoky Mountains — from the $80 million Embassy Suites + Tempo dual-brand resort and USA Today's Best New Hotel in the US (Compass by Margaritaville) to Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg's landmark rooftop arrival and every new build reshaping Tennessee's most-visited family destination.
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Recently Opened Hotels in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
New hotel openings across the Smoky Mountains — from luxury resort arrivals to award-winning new builds reshaping Tennessee's most-visited destination.
Opened 2025 · $80M Dual-Brand Resort
Pigeon Forge, TN · Smoky Mountains' Largest New Resort
Embassy Suites + Tempo by Hilton Pigeon Forge
The most significant hotel development in Pigeon Forge history — an $80 million dual-brand resort combining Embassy Suites and Tempo by Hilton in a single 276-room property. Embassy Suites delivers its signature two-room suites with free cooked-to-order breakfast and complimentary evening reception. Tempo brings a design-forward lifestyle concept with elevated amenities. Shared resort amenities include a swim-up bar, a Top Golf Swing Suite — the first in any Smoky Mountains hotel — a rooftop bistro with panoramic Pigeon Forge views, indoor and outdoor pools, and a full fitness center and spa. Hilton Honors points on every stay.
Opened Nov 2024 · Best New Hotel in the US
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge
Named the Best New Hotel in the United States by USA Today — the Compass Hotel by Margaritaville brought its signature island-escape energy to Pigeon Forge in November 2024. Lazy river, pirate-themed pool, massive outdoor pool area, and free breakfast. Rated 4.6 stars across 460+ reviews in its first year. One of the most talked-about new hotel openings in Tennessee.
Opened Aug 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Pigeon Forge
Drury's first Pigeon Forge property opened August 2025 with 252 rooms next to the LeConte Center. The legendary 5:30 Kickback — free hot food and beverages every evening — plus free hot breakfast and free parking are included. Indoor pool with splash pad. Mountain river views throughout. Rated 4.8 stars — the highest-rated newly opened hotel in Pigeon Forge.
Opened 2025 · Gatlinburg's New Landmark
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown
IHG's 175th Indigo globally — Hotel Indigo opened in 2025 bringing Art Deco architecture layered with Appalachian heritage design to downtown Gatlinburg. 136 rooms including 20 with private mountain-view balconies. The Altitude Rooftop Bar is the largest rooftop in all of Gatlinburg. Steps from the strip, the aquarium, and the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. IHG One Rewards points on every stay.
Tip: We prioritize true new openings — but when a major property completes a comprehensive renovation with redesigned rooms and updated concepts, we include it as "newly refreshed."
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Value Picks — New Hotels in Pigeon Forge Under $200
Newly opened extended-stay and mid-scale hotels in Pigeon Forge — fresh rooms, free breakfast, and great locations near all the action.
Opened Feb 2025
Pigeon Forge, TN · Teaster Lane · Near Ripken Experience
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge
Opened Mar 2026
Pigeon Forge, TN · Extended Stay · IHG
Staybridge Suites Pigeon Forge — Smoky Mtns by IHG
Opened Oct 2024
Pigeon Forge, TN · Near The Island
Cambria Hotel Pigeon Forge
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Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg Hotels Opening Soon
New hotel developments coming to the Smoky Mountains — from a landmark boutique steeped in Appalachian moonshine lore to a new Marriott and a full lodge-hotel hybrid development.
The Scoundrel Hotel — Gatlinburg
One of the most anticipated boutique hotel concepts coming to the Smoky Mountains — The Scoundrel Hotel is rooted in Appalachian moonshine heritage and the outlaw history of the Gatlinburg mountains. Located on Airport Road in Gatlinburg, the property draws inspiration from the region's rich moonshining culture and mountain folklore, bringing a distinctive story-driven identity that sets it apart from every other hotel in the market. A genuinely original concept for a destination that has long needed one.
Check back for updates as opening approachesSpringHill Suites by Marriott — The Landing, Pigeon Forge
A four-story SpringHill Suites is currently under development at The Landing mixed-use development in Pigeon Forge, targeting a mid-2026 opening. SpringHill Suites is Marriott's all-suite extended-stay brand — separate living and sleeping areas, full kitchenettes, and free breakfast on every stay. Marriott Bonvoy points eligible. Adds another branded Marriott option to Pigeon Forge's rapidly expanding new hotel portfolio.
Check back for updates as construction progressesSmoky Summit Lodge Hotel — Pigeon Forge
A 162-room lodge-style hotel paired with 90 townhome-style cabin units is planned for a site behind Tanger Outlets in Pigeon Forge — one of the largest new hospitality developments in the city's pipeline. The hybrid hotel and cabin concept targets families and groups who want the convenience of a hotel with the space and privacy of a mountain cabin. One of the more ambitious new developments in the Smoky Mountains market. Timeline TBD.
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New Hotels in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg, TN
The Smoky Mountains welcome over 14 million visitors every year — making Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg one of the most-visited tourism destinations in the entire United States. If you're searching for new hotels in Pigeon Forge, new hotels in Gatlinburg, or what's opening soon in the Smoky Mountains, this page tracks every significant new hotel opening across both cities and the surrounding area.
The most significant new resort development in Pigeon Forge history is the Embassy Suites + Tempo by Hilton Pigeon Forge — an $80 million dual-brand resort with 276 rooms that opened in late 2025. It features the first swim-up bar and the first Top Golf Swing Suite of any hotel in the Smoky Mountains, a rooftop bistro with panoramic mountain views, indoor and outdoor pools, and full spa facilities. Embassy Suites delivers two-room suites with free cooked-to-order breakfast and complimentary evening reception, while Tempo brings a design-forward lifestyle concept alongside it.
The most-awarded new hotel in the market is the Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge — named the Best New Hotel in the United States by USA Today after opening in November 2024. The island-themed property features a lazy river, pirate pool, and the signature Margaritaville atmosphere that has made it one of the most reviewed new hotels in Tennessee. Drury Plaza Hotel Pigeon Forge opened August 2025 with 252 rooms next to the LeConte Center — the highest-rated newly opened hotel in the city at 4.8 stars, with the legendary 5:30 Kickback of free hot food and drinks included nightly.
In Gatlinburg, the standout new arrival is Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown — IHG's 175th Indigo globally, opened in 2025 with 136 rooms, Art Deco architecture layered with Appalachian heritage design, 20 private mountain-view balconies, and the Altitude Rooftop Bar — the largest rooftop in all of Gatlinburg. For value, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge(February 2025), Staybridge Suites Pigeon Forge(March 2026), and Cambria Hotel Pigeon Forge(October 2024) round out one of the most active new hotel markets in the Southeast. We update this page as new properties open and pipeline projects are confirmed.
Questions About New Hotels in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
The most recently opened property in Pigeon Forge is Staybridge Suites Pigeon Forge — Smoky Mtns by IHG, which celebrated its grand opening on March 20, 2026 with 123 extended-stay suites featuring full kitchens and a complimentary Social Hour each evening. For resort-scale new openings, the Embassy Suites + Tempo by Hilton Pigeon Forge — an $80 million dual-brand resort with 276 rooms, a swim-up bar, Top Golf Swing Suite, and rooftop bistro — is the most significant new hotel development in Pigeon Forge history, opening in late 2025.
For overall quality and amenities, the Embassy Suites + Tempo by Hilton Pigeon Forge is the standout — an $80 million resort with a swim-up bar, Top Golf Swing Suite (first in the Smoky Mountains), rooftop bistro, two-room suites, and free breakfast. For best value and highest guest ratings, the Drury Plaza Hotel Pigeon Forge holds a 4.8-star rating — the highest of any newly opened hotel in the market — with the legendary 5:30 Kickback of free hot food and drinks included nightly. For the most acclaimed new arrival by industry recognition, the Compass Hotel by Margaritaville was named Best New Hotel in the United States by USA Today.
Yes — two Hilton brands opened together as a dual-brand resort in Pigeon Forge in late 2025. Embassy Suites by Hilton Pigeon Forge Resort offers two-room suites with free cooked-to-order breakfast and complimentary evening reception, while Tempo by Hilton brings a design-forward lifestyle concept alongside it. Both brands share the same $80 million resort property with 276 rooms total, a swim-up bar, Top Golf Swing Suite, rooftop bistro, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, and spa. Hilton Honors points are earned on every stay. Additionally, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge (not Hilton, but Marriott) opened in February 2025 for extended stays.
The standout new hotel arrival in Gatlinburg is Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown, which opened in 2025 as IHG's 175th Indigo property globally. The 136-room hotel features Art Deco architecture layered with Appalachian heritage design, 20 rooms with private mountain-view balconies, and the Altitude Rooftop Bar — the largest rooftop in all of Gatlinburg — with panoramic Great Smoky Mountains views. Located steps from the Gatlinburg strip, the aquarium, and the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. IHG One Rewards points on every stay.
The Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge opened in November 2024 and was named the Best New Hotel in the United States by USA Today — a strong endorsement for a hotel less than a year old. The property features a lazy river, pirate-themed pool, large outdoor pool area, free breakfast, and the laid-back Margaritaville island atmosphere. Rated 4.6 stars across 460+ reviews in its first year. At rates from around $124/night, it offers strong value for a recently award-winning resort with family-friendly amenities in the heart of Pigeon Forge.
Several new properties are in development across the Smoky Mountains. SpringHill Suites by Marriott is under construction at The Landing development in Pigeon Forge, targeting a mid-2026 opening with all-suite accommodations and Marriott Bonvoy points. The Smoky Summit Lodge Hotel — a 162-room lodge hotel paired with 90 townhome-style cabin units behind Tanger Outlets — is one of the most ambitious new developments in the Pigeon Forge pipeline. In Gatlinburg, The Scoundrel Hotel is a story-driven boutique concept rooted in Appalachian moonshine heritage coming to Airport Road. We update this page as new projects are confirmed and timelines are announced.
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