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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37902
  • Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • University of Tennessee
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Neyland Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin 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
(29 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
(76 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Hearing 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, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 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

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

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing 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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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

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

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About the area

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 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Knoxville Visitors Center.

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tennessee Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Tennessee - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stock & Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Balter Beer Works - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Grill & Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪J.C. Holdway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee & Chocolate - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hotel with an indoor pool, near University of Tennessee
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Stay in one of 195 guestrooms featuring 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 safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

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 transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 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 restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mahogany's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 organised 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 cot

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 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 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

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

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 748 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1014 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel cleanliness was great, but sheets, toilet paper & shampoo/conditioner were sub-par
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

CATHERINE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at the Crowne Plaza every year for an annual event. The staff are friendly and helpful, and several have been there a long time. It is comfortable and close to the restaurants and nightlife of Gay St and Old City. The breakfast is also very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Crowne Plaza

The perfect location for the Big Ears Festival. Comfortable, central, friendly, well equipped facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosibel

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the rate that we paid per night, the room itself was TERRIBLE. The closet was so small, the ironing board took up all of the space. There were no drawers for storage. No luggage racks. Only one bedside table and lamp. Only one chair in the room. The air conditioner make all types of god awful noises when it was running. I have seen better road side motel rooms that were nicer. Very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and clean and perfectly located for our family of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thamir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
False alram wasn't expected. Unpleasant morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bellino

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
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

Michelle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, clean, quiet, accessible amenities
Stayed 2 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

Super clean room!! Excellent service!!!

The room was very clean and that was important for myself and the kids we’ve done these mini staycations in a lot of different places in Knoxville. The pools were always nice, but the rooms were disgusting, but that was not the case at the Crown Plaza beautiful lobby clean hotel will be back.
Stunning lobby
Large clean warm pool
M level
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leighanna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025