Thursday, November 13, 2025

Sleep in Dolly Parton’s tour bus suite at Dollywood

If pink and glittery are a part of the hotel room amenities you need, then look no further. The tour bus, Suite 1986 is an inside look into life for the icon that is Dolly Parton.

History of Dolly Parton’s Tour Bus

Dolly Parton Bus purple
Photo Credit: Curtis Hilbun/The Dollywood Company

Complete with murals on the wall, pink and purple décor, satin feather and floral flooring. This psychedelic, nomadic oasis on wheels would be a haven for anyone wild at heart.

The tour bus has a full-size refrigerator, a bathtub, a roomy closet and more importantly a wig cabinet. Designed with rhinestones in mind inspired by Parton herself.

Parton stayed on that bus from 2008 to March 2022. The bus clocked in roughly 360,000 miles throughout North America. She traveled to more than 60 cities, on the bus. This was during the “Pure & Simple” trek, her longest tour while traveling on the bus.

interior dolly parton bus
Photo Credit: Curtis Hilbun/The Dollywood Company

Maybe you will even draw inspiration from the residual creative energy on the bus. Parton wrote albums such as “Backwoods Barbie” and “9 to 5 the Musical.” She also wrote books, television shows and movies on the bus.

Parton approved perks of Suite 1986

The bus is parked in a dedicated spot behind the hotel and it sleeps two people. If you’re lucky enough to stay in the suite, guests will have access to a concierge team for their stay.

dollywood tour bus souvenirs
Photo Credit: Curtis Hilbun/The Dollywood Company

There will also be special food options. Guests will have a collection of customized souvenirs, such as a bottle of her perfume, “Scent from Above.”

The bus was lovingly called her Gypsy Wagon by Parton herself.

Dolly Parton Bus Suite 1986
Photo Credit: Curtis Hilbun/The Dollywood Company

“I have homes all over the United States, but my favorite place is the bus because that way I can just feel those wheels rolling; I’m a true gypsy at heart,” Parton said according Dollywood’s website.

Suite 1986 is now available to book at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Latest

Experience the Korean Wave at The Source OC in Buena Park, California

Korean culture has captivated the world—from soothing skincare rituals...

Delta + Chef José Andrés Bring A Taste of Spain to Passengers 

Beginning November 4th, Delta is partnering with Chef José...

Inside Knott’s Berry Farm’s Ultimate Boysenberry Tasting Tour

Tucked away in Buena Park, California, Knott’s Berry Farm isn’t just...

Door County Launches Christmas Movie Trail Inspired by “A Cherry Pie Christmas”

Nestled on a picturesque peninsula between Green Bay and...

Don't miss

Experience the Korean Wave at The Source OC in Buena Park, California

Korean culture has captivated the world—from soothing skincare rituals...

Delta + Chef José Andrés Bring A Taste of Spain to Passengers 

Beginning November 4th, Delta is partnering with Chef José...

Inside Knott’s Berry Farm’s Ultimate Boysenberry Tasting Tour

Tucked away in Buena Park, California, Knott’s Berry Farm isn’t just...

Door County Launches Christmas Movie Trail Inspired by “A Cherry Pie Christmas”

Nestled on a picturesque peninsula between Green Bay and...

Historic Luxury in the Heart of Detroit: Inside the Iconic Westin Book Cadillac Hotel

Right in the heart of downtown Detroit stands a...

Experience the Korean Wave at The Source OC in Buena Park, California

Korean culture has captivated the world—from soothing skincare rituals and trend-setting fashion to addictive K-dramas, K-pop, and mouthwatering cuisine. This global fascination, known as...

Delta + Chef José Andrés Bring A Taste of Spain to Passengers 

Beginning November 4th, Delta is partnering with Chef José Andrés to offer its passengers a menu full of Spanish cuisine. The new menu features...

Inside Knott’s Berry Farm’s Ultimate Boysenberry Tasting Tour

Tucked away in Buena Park, California, Knott’s Berry Farm isn’t just a theme park—it’s a delicious tribute to one of California’s most unique agricultural innovations: the boysenberry....