East Knoxville Travel Guide

Knoxville

A cityscape with a river, a green bridge, and a sunset sky.
A river winding through a densely forested area with a small island of houses.
A landscape with a cloudy sky, dense trees, and a grassy field.

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Top hotels in East Knoxville

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy Knoxville TN
The price is ฿1,854 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿1,854
฿2,192 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,157 reviews)
"It wasn't bad it just wasn't what I expected. They have 3 levels with no elevator that wasn't good I'm disabled and I had luggage with me. The hotel attendant was nice enough yo move us down to the first floor."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

4 out of 5
1424 Old Knoxville Highway Sevierville TN
The price is ฿4,665 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,665
฿6,548 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Wilderness at the Smokies and Hatfield and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (753 reviews)
"Clean stay, family friendly. Wish the outdoor pools and activities would have been open during our stay though."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is ฿4,364 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿4,364
฿5,161 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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 ...
Hilton Knoxville
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
190 Gists Creek Road Sevierville TN
The price is ฿2,995 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,995
฿4,666 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
The Resort at Governor's Crossing

The Resort at Governor's Crossing

3.5 out of 5
225 Collier Drive Sevierville TN
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,034 reviews)
"I wish there was a breakfast bar. However the room was a lot more than I expected and very clean. I will be returning. We also enjoyed the water park."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

The Resort at Governor's Crossing
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 ฿4,530 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,530
฿5,357 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was well maintained and staff were personable and attentive"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
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Where to stay in East Knoxville

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

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

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.



East Knoxville Travel Guide