About Royal Inn
Set in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Royal Inn is conveniently located close to many of Pigeon Forge’s main attractions.
Royal Inn features king and queen rooms, with all units containing coffeemakers, microwaves and refrigerators. Some enhanced king rooms feature fireplaces and hot tubs. Rollaway beds are available and all rooms have Wi-Fi.
This hotel has 24-hour reception, an outdoor pool and free parking. A wake-up service is also available upon request.
Guests can start their day with a light complimentary continental breakfast, but there are a variety of casual eating options nearby. Mel’s Classic Diner serves up comfort food in retro surrounds while Smoky Mountain Brewery is perfect for burgers and beer.
Pigeon Forge trolley stop is located directly in front of this hotel, allowing guests quick and convenient access to Dollywood. The Comedy Barn Theater is just a few minutes’ walk away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Convenient for Pigeon Forge attractions
For many guests, this hotel is ideally situated for exploring the main attractions of Pigeon Forge. The Elvis & Hollywood Legends Museum is a just a few minutes' walk away, but for those hoping to explore further afield, there is a trolley stop located directly outside of this hotel. From here, it's just a short ride to Dollywood.
positive:
Convenient for a quick stopover
Many visitors commented that this hotel - which is located off of the Parkway - is very convenient for a stopover, especially if you are simply transiting through the Smoky Mountain Region.
positive:
Bargain accommodation in the Smokies
It was also noted that prices here are considerably cheaper than nearby Gatlinburg, making this a bargain choice in the area. With your wallet in mind, several guests also noted that Jacuzzi rooms here are a very good deal.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Worn down and outdated, missing amenities
Unfortunately, there are consistent reviews regarding the outdated look and feel of this hotel. Guests reported widespread issues of crumbling walls, loose toilet and shower fixtures and missing knobs. At the time of writing, it also appears that the elevator is out of order. Visitors also reported missing amenities such as hair dryers and refrigerators.
negative:
Unsatisfying breakfast
This property advertises a complimentary continental breakfast. However, a number of guests were disappointed to find that offerings were either non-existent or comprised simply of donuts and coffee.
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Housekeeping issues
Finally, there seem to be consistent concerns regarding housekeeping here. Some commented on dirty linen and guests with longer stays noted that their towels were not refreshed regularly. Additionally, there were some reports of bed bugs and mold here. Others also reported that, upon checking into their rooms, the garbage left by previous occupants had not yet been collected from the waste basket.