Property earns national recognition from USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge has been selected as the best new hotel in the United States by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. 

The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best in travel and hospitality.  A panel of industry experts chose 20 hotels from across the nation as finalists for the annual competition, and Compass Hotel Pigeon Forge was voted number one by the public. Compass stood out among new hotels nationwide for its unique blend of resort-style amenities, thoughtful design, and consistently high guest satisfaction.

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville brings a relaxed, tropical-inspired experience to the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. Ideally situated in Pigeon Forge, the property blends the area’s natural mountain beauty with convenient proximity to the region’s premier attractions. Since opening, Compass has quickly become a favorite for families, couples, and travelers seeking a laid-back escape with easy access to the Smoky Mountains. This recognition highlights the new property’s position as the premier lodging destination in Pigeon Forge.

“It is a tremendous honor to be named best new hotel in the country,” said Lee Ownbey, General Manager of Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge. “I’m thrilled to see this special property and our incredible team recognized on such a large stage.” 

“We set out to deliver a world-class lodging experience to Pigeon Forge, and being named the nation’s best new hotel is an awesome validation of that vision and the hard work of so many,” said President and project developer Bob McManus.  “Margaritaville’s legendary brand of relaxation feels right at home in the Great Smoky Mountains, shaping a hospitality destination that guests have already come to love.” 

Designed to accommodate and entertain guests year-round, Compass features an expansive outdoor pool area complete with slides, splash pads, a plunge pool, and a lazy river, as well as an indoor water park, oversized hot tub, and inviting fire pits for the cooler months.  Other complimentary amenities at the hotel include its signature scratch-made breakfast, Welcome Cabana with refreshments throughout the day, modern fitness center, and game lounge.  Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor terrace bars, live music, and poolside service at the hotel’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill.

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge features a variety of spacious rooms and suites with premium bedding, modern coastal décor, spacious bathrooms with walk-in rain showers, dry and wet bars, and private balconies overlooking the resort-style pools and surrounding mountain landscape.  

About Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Pigeon Forge brings all the feelings of a sun-soaked paradise to the lush green valleys of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. With 162 spacious rooms and suites, the mountain oasis features an abundance of amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, an activity lawn, game lounge, and more. Learn more about the hotel and book online at www.compasshotel.com/compass-pigeon-forge.