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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Property class: 3.5

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A grand lobby with a grand piano, a glass table with floral arrangements, and a wooden staircase.
A lobby with a grand staircase, a glass coffee table with a floral centerpiece, and a piano.
A building with a circular design, labeled "NCAA Basketball Hall of Fame."
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.
A buffet with various fruits and pastries.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $144
$122 nightly
$144 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There is a kitchen area with a dining table and bar stools.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a mirror.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Knoxville

A stay at Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG places you in the heart of Knoxville, within a 15-minute walk of University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. .This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Neyland Stadium and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Thompson–Boling Arena.

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tennessee Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bijou Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • World's Fair Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Grill & Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Market Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Potchke - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪J.C. Holdway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

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.

This Knoxville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 195 guestrooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Mahogany's Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Knoxville? This hotel has 15670 square feet (1456 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 10 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Mahogany's Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 35 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 18.50 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mahogany's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 15,670 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

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
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 18.5 for adults and USD 8.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 766 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1008 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay! close to all downtown activities!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very attentive staff, clean room, a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great price and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tge hotel is charming and clean and within walking distance to all Very friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy process. Great location. Very nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent hotel, great location, easy parking , great value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Thanks for the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was wonderful. Parking was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the third time staying at Crowne Plaza and like the other two it was enjoyable. Breakfast was great, the staff was alway available for any assistance needed and the bar tender made a nice strong drink to finish the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and the location was fantastic. Close with walking to the Old City, Market Square and the church next door. The lobby is lovely and inviting. I enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located. Parking was easy to access. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, great that it’s dog friendly, easy parking, very comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location staff was very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great! Our room was very clean, and the housekeeping did a nice job cleaning our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the breakfast was good. Staff were all excellent. The $700 cost was steep but we got to see our grand daughter graduate. O yeah, the bartender was good even at 11 o’clock Friday night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean hotel and great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consistently Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Front desk hospitality was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Al was amazing! All the staff very friendly, helpful and professional. The arome in the hotel was magnificent...so clean, fresh with relaxing scent... amazing... Food was great, the servicing team very pleasant... thank you for this awesome experience!!!👍🤩🙏❤️
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud cars outside window on Main Street but otherwise everything was super. Great location, great room, comfortable bed and easy checkout. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026