Tennessee resort prices have no official statewide average. In late October 2026, Expedia listed Tennessee resorts from about $100 to $429 per night, and KAYAK showed two-week weeknight averages of about $238 in Gatlinburg and $355 in Pigeon Forge. Weekends, summer and fall color season cost more, and state and local taxes plus any resort fee are added at checkout.
Quick Answer
Expedia listed Tennessee resorts from about $100 to $429 a night in late October 2026. KAYAK weeknight averages were about $238 in Gatlinburg and $355 in Pigeon Forge, with weekends and peak months higher. Add 7% state sales tax, local taxes and any resort fee.
Tennessee Resort Prices at a Glance
Expedia’s Tennessee resort page listed 239 resorts, with a lowest listed price of $100 and a highest of $429. Those are lowest and highest prices for sample dates, not an average. Resort pricing in Tennessee is driven mostly by the Smoky Mountain towns, where family resorts, cabins and condo-style properties compete for the same peak weekends.
Tennessee Resort Prices by Area
KAYAK’s resort pages showed these figures in late October 2026. KAYAK averages weeknight (Sunday to Thursday) and weekend (Friday and Saturday) prices over the last two weeks and shows month, day and booking-window figures from the last 12 months of searches. The pages change often and sometimes contradict themselves, so treat them as a guide.
| Area | Weeknight / weekend (2 weeks) | Cheapest and priciest month | Cheapest and priciest day | Booking window |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatlinburg | $238 / $307 | January $134 / October $225 | Tuesday $202 / Saturday $338 | 42 days ahead |
| Pigeon Forge | $355 / $462 | January $190 / July $357 | Sunday $289 / Friday $466 | 7 days ahead |
KAYAK also listed an overall resort average of $349 for Gatlinburg and $308 for Pigeon Forge (against $194 for Pigeon Forge hotels), but it does not say what period those cover. We did not find reliable KAYAK resort pages for Nashville, Chattanooga or Memphis, so check live prices for those cities.
What Changes Resort Prices in Tennessee?
- Season: Gatlinburg’s priciest month on KAYAK was October (fall color) and Pigeon Forge’s was July, while both were cheapest in January.
- Day of the week: Saturday (Gatlinburg) or Friday (Pigeon Forge) was the priciest day, and Tuesday or Sunday the cheapest.
- Property type: Water-park resorts, cabin resorts and condo-style resorts price differently from a standard hotel.
- Fees: Some resorts charge a resort or destination fee on top of the room rate. Amounts vary by property, so check the total.
Taxes and Fees on Tennessee Resort Stays
Airbnb’s Tennessee occupancy-tax page lists a 7% state sales tax, local sales tax of 1.5% to 2.75%, and local occupancy taxes typically between 0% and 8%, depending on the city and county. Those rates apply to short-term lodging in general, so a resort in the same place can see similar charges, but confirm the total at checkout. See our hotel occupancy tax by state guide and our explainer on resort fees.
Since May 2025 the Federal Trade Commission’s fee rule requires covered short-term lodging businesses to show the total price, including mandatory fees, when they advertise a price.
How to Save on a Tennessee Resort
- Travel in January or other off-peak months when possible; KAYAK’s cheapest month was January for both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
- Stay Sunday to Thursday; weekends were much pricier on both KAYAK pages.
- Compare the final total, including taxes and any resort fee, across two booking sites and the resort’s own site.
- Check what the room includes, such as water-park access, parking and shuttles, before comparing prices.
- Book a refundable room early for October color weekends and summer holidays, then recheck the price before the cancellation deadline.
Sample Budgets for a Short Stay
This table multiplies Expedia’s listed range and KAYAK’s two-week averages by the number of nights, before taxes and fees. It is arithmetic on snapshot figures, not a price quote.
| Scenario | Cost |
|---|---|
| Expedia lowest listed price, 3 nights ($100 a night) | $300 |
| Expedia highest listed price, 3 nights ($429 a night) | $1,287 |
| Gatlinburg, 3 weeknights ($238 each) | $714 |
| Gatlinburg, 2 weekend nights ($307 each) | $614 |
| Pigeon Forge, 3 weeknights ($355 each) | $1,065 |
| Pigeon Forge, 2 weekend nights ($462 each) | $924 |
Compare other Tennessee lodging: Tennessee hotel prices, Tennessee motel prices, Tennessee Airbnb prices, Gatlinburg hotel prices and Pigeon Forge hotel prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a resort cost per night in Tennessee?
There is no official statewide average. In late October 2026, Expedia listed Tennessee resorts from about $100 to $429 a night, and KAYAK showed two-week weeknight averages of about $238 in Gatlinburg and $355 in Pigeon Forge. Taxes and any resort fee are extra.
When is the cheapest month to book a Tennessee resort?
KAYAK listed January as the cheapest month for both Gatlinburg (about $134) and Pigeon Forge (about $190). October was the priciest month in Gatlinburg (about $225) and July in Pigeon Forge (about $357).
What hidden fees add to Tennessee resort prices?
Taxes are the main addition: a 7% state sales tax, local sales tax of 1.5% to 2.75% and local occupancy taxes that are typically 0% to 8%, per Airbnb's Tennessee tax page. Some resorts also charge resort or destination fees and parking, so compare the final total.
What is the cheapest day to stay at a Tennessee resort?
KAYAK listed Tuesday as the cheapest day in Gatlinburg (about $202) and Sunday in Pigeon Forge (about $289). Saturday and Friday were the priciest, so midweek stays save the most.
Sources
- Expedia: Tennessee resorts (listed price range, checked late October 2026)
- KAYAK: Gatlinburg resorts
- KAYAK: Pigeon Forge resorts
- Airbnb Help: occupancy taxes in Tennessee
- Federal Trade Commission: rule on unfair or deceptive fees
