Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, near University of Tennessee

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AED 489
AED 578 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

Room options

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Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37902

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tennessee Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Tennessee - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stock & Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Grill & Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪J.C. Holdway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee & Chocolate - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chivo Taqueria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hotel near University of Tennessee
Close to Knoxville Convention Center and Neyland Stadium, Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Mahogany's Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a gift shop
  • Concierge services, 10 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • A porter/bellhop, smoke-free premises, and a vegetable garden
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 195 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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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
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 30 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 bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mahogany's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool

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
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 12 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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 start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 43.70 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 50 lbs per pet
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 20.21 for adults and USD 10.11 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 30.00 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

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
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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 43.70 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 30.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Knoxville, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Knoxville Visitors Center, University of Tennessee, and Knoxville Convention Center. Tennessee Vallley of Authority and Market Square are just steps away.

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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1083 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bellino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. IHG properties are consistently clean, comfortable and have friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinteze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leighanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything downtown, super easy parking, very clean room, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with a great location in the heart of Knoxville.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Clean and beautiful hotel. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location, the room was incredibly clean, great room updates, absolutely love the no carpet floors, can’t beat the location, staff was incredible including checking in to make sure all was well throughout the stay and they let me check in a little early which was incredibly helpful! Will def stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was great. Rooms were clean. Walls are paper thin, and the doors are so loud hen they close. Bring earplugs!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for an overnight stop, Knoxville is great and the Crowne Plaza is the perfect place. Nice rooms, friendly staff and convenient, indoor connected parking. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellant service !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay when visiting our student at UTK. Great dining options, comfortable hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this property. It was very clean, the rooms were spacious and great walkability to everything. The staff was great and we will definitely book here again every time we go to Knoxville!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need to fix the elevator issue, you wait on an average of 10 minutes to catch an elevator up or down, other than that good hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Location is just dated…at least the room we stayed in. Great location!! Just thought it was not great value for the $$
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing!! The property was clean and beautiful! If I’m ever in Knoxville I will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Your bartender is a stud. I believe his name is Deavin. First class. Loved the bed too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place!
Amazing hotel and very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for downtown Knoxville
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024