The Best Hotels Closest to University of Tennessee in Knoxville for 2026

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A hallway with a wooden floor, a brick wall, and a chandelier. There is a dining table with chairs and a rug.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a wooden chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL OLE" in bold, illuminated letters.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall.

1. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 1.4 km from University of Tennessee

Alana

￥49,214

￥58,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a wooden floor. There are two yellow armchairs, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

A cozy lounge area with leather seating, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A spacious living area with a blue armchair, a yellow armchair, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the room has wooden flooring and a large rug.

2. The Oliver Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 1.2 km from University of Tennessee

￥23,809

￥28,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

A golf cart parked in front of The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences.

A lobby with plush seating, a chess table, and a reception desk.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and large windows offering a view.

3. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 0.8 km from University of Tennessee

Amanda

￥25,354

￥33,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern interior with large windows, wooden ceiling beams, and yellow chairs.

A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a landscaped area with trees.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern hallway with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.4 km from University of Tennessee

Sergio

￥18,151

￥21,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lobby with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A modern lounge area with seating and tables, large windows offering a city view.

A grand staircase with a decorative wall at the top, flanked by tall columns and modern lighting fixtures.

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.3 km from University of Tennessee

Adam

￥20,984

￥24,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

An indoor swimming pool with blue water, yellow umbrellas, and blue chairs.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

6. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 1.4 km from University of Tennessee

Christine

￥19,442

￥22,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a clear sky.

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned wall, a large decorative wall piece, two armchairs, a round table, and a potted plant.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.4 km from University of Tennessee

Christopher

￥22,788

￥26,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern bar area with a central bar, seating, and large windows offering a sunset view.

A rooftop pool area with seating and a bar, overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

A modern bar area with seating and a city view.

A modern lounge area with a curved blue leather sofa, a central bar, and large windows offering a city view.

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.3 km from University of Tennessee

Adam

￥33,287

￥39,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a wall of wooden lockers.

A restaurant with a brick wall, blue velvet chairs, and a chandelier.

A bar area with multiple stools, a brick wall, and a shelf with vintage sewing machines.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large wooden bookshelf filled with decorative items.

9. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 0.5 km from University of Tennessee

￥21,538

￥25,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A breakfast area with a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST,' a bakery section, and a counter with various food items and a digital menu display.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a map mural, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

10. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 1.1 km from University of Tennessee

"The staff was incredible. The hotel was nice and smelled great. However, be prepared to pay for parking. The garage is about a block away and charges $20 a day. The hotel was recently opened so there was no gym and most of the electric did not work in the room. We had to move the refrigerator across the room and we had to plug the microwave into a bathroom outlet to make it work. The staff apologized and were super nice. There were "joints" on the floor in the lobby which smelled up everything....

Nicholas

￥22,151

￥26,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A bar counter with a variety of drinks and food items, including burgers and fries.

A cozy, vintage-themed living room with plaid decor, a fireplace, and a variety of framed pictures and memorabilia.

A reception area with a chevron-patterned floor, a large framed 'Graduate Knoxville' sign, a white reception desk, and a wooden wall with framed pictures.

A building with a rustic wooden facade and a balcony with a railing.

11. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Fort Sanders, 0.4 km from University of Tennessee

James

￥23,255

￥27,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern building with a glass facade, a curved pathway, and a body of water reflecting the structure.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

A snack and frozen food section with various packaged goods and beverages.

A hotel with a brick facade, a sign for 'Bank of America', and a street intersection.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.9 km from University of Tennessee

Anne

￥18,828

￥22,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

A hotel room with a large TV, a desk with a lamp, two beds, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern coffee shop with a counter, espresso machines, and a menu board.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a staircase, and a large mirror.

13. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 1.1 km from University of Tennessee

Joy

￥18,818

￥22,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, string lights, and a grill.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large window.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of storage cabinets.

A pool area with chairs and umbrellas, a stone wall, and a warning sign.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

18.6 km from University of Tennessee

Vesta

￥17,510

￥20,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and ceiling lights.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a large mirror.

15. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 15.3 km from University of Tennessee

Steven C

￥18,633

￥22,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A convenience store with refrigerated sections, shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and a display of hats and merchandise.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by white and blue walls, and furnished with orange and black chairs.

16. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 15.3 km from University of Tennessee

aaron

￥20,223

￥23,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

A self-service beverage station with a refrigerated display, a coffee machine, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

An outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a round table.

17. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from University of Tennessee

Barbie

￥14,765

￥17,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

A Marriott Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and a wooden reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.4 km from University of Tennessee

warren

￥20,275

￥23,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by rocks and plants.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, and a reception desk.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

19. Hilton Knoxville Airport

18 km from University of Tennessee

Doug

￥22,084

￥25,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Tennessee

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 129 reviews	View
The Oliver Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 853 reviews	View
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 651 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,082 reviews	View

Top University of Tennessee Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This is a really nice hotel. Very convenient location, easy parking in garage or valet, clean nice rooms, extremely friendly and helpful staff"

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Check in, valet, breakfast staff were all outstanding! We didn't even use valet, but the attendant was very friendly and helpful anyway. We enjoyed the roof top restaurant, and the breakfast was also very good. We definitely plan to stay here again, next time we are in town."

Hilton Knoxville

8/10 Good

"Nice"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel in a great position within Knoxville. The room was good but the aircon was slightly noisy. It was also a bit smaller than it looked I. the photos. We used the rooftop pool which was nice if a bit small and the breakfast was also good. There is only valet parking available and this is extra. Good value for money overall."

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Tennessean has a more boutique feel than the Marriott next door, although the Marriott common area is also very nice. The convenience to the Convention Center is a huge plus."

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Was disappointed that breakfast wasn’t available to Marriott guests. However received a great breakfast recommendation from one of the staff members"

Entire Home 2 miles UTK, Neyland &Thompson Boiling

10/10 Excellent

"Close to downtown and lots of restaurants."

Downtown•Riverviews •Walk To Market Sq & UT•Get 3 Night Beach Trip by Booking

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - walking distance to lots of great shops/restaurants and perfect for visiting UTK. Unit was clean and spacious. Parking is tight, but nice to have it included. Definitely recommend!"

The View on Clinch (0.5 mi Neyland, 0.3 mi UTK)

10/10 Excellent

"This place was awesome! Perfect location. Close to campus, really cozy, and a great vibe overall!"

Other attractions near University of Tennessee

A football stadium filled with spectators, a marching band, and a football field.

Neyland Stadium

9.0/10 (836 reviews)

Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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A basketball court with players, a scoreboard, and a crowd in a stadium.

Thompson–Boling Arena

8.8/10 (601 reviews)

Catch an event at Thompson–Boling Arena during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Clarence Brown Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Clarence Brown Theatre during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Ewing Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ewing Gallery during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Knoxville Museum of Art

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Knoxville Museum of Art during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Sunsphere Tower

8.4/10 (312 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Knoxville with a trip to Sunsphere Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Lindsey Nelson Stadium

Catch an event at Lindsey Nelson Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Visit the shops in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Tennessee?

University of Tennessee is located in an area of Knoxville known for its bar scene, sporting events, and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 135 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Tennessee?

Adjacent to University of Tennessee, Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options within a short distance include Hilton Knoxville and Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to University of Tennessee?

Expedia has 135 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Tennessee.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Tennessee, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near University of Tennessee.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Tennessee?

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What can I see and do near University of Tennessee?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Knoxville Museum of Art, Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, or The Muse Knoxville. Bijou Theater, Tennessee Theatre, and Historic Southern Railway Station are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at Clarence Brown Theatre and Knoxville Children's Theatre.

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Our top choices for University of Tennessee hotels

1. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2. The Oliver Hotel

3. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

6. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

9. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

11. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

13. Hilton Knoxville

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

15. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

16. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

17. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

19. Hilton Knoxville Airport

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Top University of Tennessee Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hilton Knoxville

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Entire Home 2 miles UTK, Neyland &Thompson Boiling

Downtown•Riverviews •Walk To Market Sq & UT•Get 3 Night Beach Trip by Booking

The View on Clinch (0.5 mi Neyland, 0.3 mi UTK)

Other attractions near University of Tennessee

Neyland Stadium

Thompson–Boling Arena

Clarence Brown Theatre

Ewing Gallery

McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

Knoxville Museum of Art

Sunsphere Tower

Lindsey Nelson Stadium

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