Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Pigeon Forge • Hotel
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort wins families over with its impressive indoor waterpark, remarkably friendly staff, and packed activity schedule that runs from early morning until nearly 10pm. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, comfortable beds, and reasonable pricing compared to competitor resorts. The main gripes center on rooms lacking microwaves and phones, occasional check-in confusion, and reports of cold pool temperatures—though the waterslides themselves get rave reviews from
Reviews
2,578
Amenities & Features
| Feature | Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel | Country Cascades Waterpark Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Five-minute walk to downtown Gatlinburg, making it easy to explore without driving | ||
| Water park and splash pad suitable for all ages, plus heated outdoor pool and hot tub | ||
| Mountain views and intimate resort atmosphere | ||
| Spacious, comfortable rooms (in renovated units) | ||
| Indoor waterpark with multiple slides that keep kids entertained without long wait times, even during busy periods | ||
| Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, particularly the activities team (guests specifically mention Ty, Maggie, Johnathan, and Monica by name) | ||
| Full daily activity schedule from 8:30am to 9:45pm including treasure hunts, dance parties, and organized events | ||
| Better value than competing resorts with more reasonable food and game room pricing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel or Country Cascades Waterpark Resort better?
Based on our TSM Score, Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel ranks higher (8.8 vs 8.2). Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel has 2,665 reviews with a 4.4 rating, while Country Cascades Waterpark Resort has 2,578 reviews with a 4.1 rating.
What are the main differences between Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel and Country Cascades Waterpark Resort?
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel is located in Gatlinburg and categorized as Hotel. Country Cascades Waterpark Resort is in Pigeon Forge and categorized as Hotel. Check the amenities comparison above for a detailed feature-by-feature breakdown.
Where can I book Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel or Country Cascades Waterpark Resort?
You can view detailed information and booking options for both properties on TheSmokyMountains.com. Visit each listing page for the latest availability, photos, and guest reviews.
The Verdict
Both Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel and Country Cascades Waterpark Resort are excellent choices in the Smoky Mountains. Holiday Inn Club Vacations Smoky Mountain Resort, an IHG Hotel has a higher TSM Score (8.8 vs 8.2), making it the top pick based on guest ratings.