Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

Knoxville

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and various buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent spherical tower, modern buildings, and a bridge.
A large bridge with multiple arches spanning over a river.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a boat's rigging in the foreground.
A water fountain with multiple jets, a large spherical structure, and surrounding buildings.

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Top hotels in Downtown Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is £106 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£106
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,044 reviews)
"Extremely disappointing that parking was so expensive. Valet would have been cheaper than parking in the garage right next to the building. The main entrance was under construction but never disclosed to us so we had to walk through the starbucks and restaurant that doesnt have manual doors with ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hilton Knoxville
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr Knoxville TN
The price is £106 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£106
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel. The beds were super comfy and the AC worked beautifully. The staff was super friendly and check-in was fast and efficient. Will def stay here again. Thanks for the hospitality"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3 out of 5
530 S Gay St Knoxville TN
The price is £149 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£149
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Very nice and clean. Beautiful Hotel."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4 out of 5
531 Henley Street Knoxville TN
The price is £170 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£170
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

4 out of 5
525 Henley St Knoxville TN
The price is £114 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£114
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and would stay again. This may not seem high praise but I rarely travel so it's higher praise than you may realize."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
618 West Main St Knoxville TN
The price is £115 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£115
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff at the desk was so friendly and informative. The room Was clean and fresh. Will definitely stay there again. I’m"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Knoxville

Find the best Downtown Knoxville areas for the activities you enjoy most.

East Knoxville

East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Chillhowe Park while in the area.

Fort Sanders

Unique features of Fort Sanders include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena while you're exploring the area.

Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dead Horse Lake Golf Course and Bagwell Tennis Center while in the area.

Knoxville West

If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing.

Old City

Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center while you're in town.



Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide

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