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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of Tennessee

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

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401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37902
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Knoxville

Heart of Knoxville.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Knoxville hotel, you'll find University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. Knoxville Visitors Center and Tennessee Vallley of Authority are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tennessee Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • World's Fair Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Tennessee - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stock & Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chivo Taqueria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Not Watson's Kitchen + Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Preservation Pub - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5-star hotel near University of Tennessee
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 10 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 15670 square feet (1456 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Knoxville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 195 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 15670 sq ft of conference space
  • 1456 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG offers 195 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 27.31 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 38.24 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 20.21 for adults and USD 10.11 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 43.70 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20.21 for adults and USD 10.11 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 27.31 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 38.24 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 43.70 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University
Crowne Plaza Hotel University
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University
Crowne Plaza University

Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay downtown. Make sure to visit Kate at the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was nice and close to walk to market square and old city...!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Go to the bar and see Kate, she was great. Rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Hotel

The hotel is very nice overall. There was a lot of construction surrounding the hotel, but the room was still quiet. This hotel does charge a deposit of $100 per night even though it isn’t mentioned on hotels.com. Definitely something I wish I would have known ahead of time so I could have factored that into my travel funds. Other than that, it was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. You can't beat the location right next to Market Square. the staff was all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Issues with Nashville

The hotel was excellent. It was close to Broadway. The problem with Nashville is the added taxes and destination fees, plus the requirement to sign up with IHG to get in an hour early on a Tuesday. Also, a bottle of beer is $9 on Broadway, and don't take a cab; they will rip you off. Negotiate a price first or take an Uber.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

It is the best. Very clean. The staff is great. I love the Crown¡!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Knoxville! Close enough to everything downtown without being so close you hear everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Market Square and Gay Street. Have swimming pool, gym, onsite restaurant and indoor parking ($15) The only complaint is poor sound insulation of the room. Can hear noises from hallway and next door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay all around!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was very nice ! Food was great ! Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly check in experience. Clean property and room, comfortable bed, easy parking. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pillows were like sleeping on a cloud!

Except for navigating our way out of the parking garage, the entire stay was WONDERFUL! Everything there was so clean and luxurious. The staff were all accommodating, knowledgeable and courteous. The bed was great, but the pillows were the most comfortable I've ever slept on!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard S Irgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025