Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37902
  • Tennessee Vallley of Authority
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Market Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Tennessee Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, near University of Tennessee
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and self parking.
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.
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Knoxville Visitors Center. Free WiFi in public areas, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and a porter
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Within a 15-minute walk of University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 10 meeting rooms. 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 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 public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: USD 17.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Mahogany's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space (15670 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 10

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • 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 drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only

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: USD 40.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 100 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 45.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 17.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 fire extinguisher 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 723 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 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

6/10 Okay

scott

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this site for the Xul Kill the Lights Beer Festival - and it was a fantastic spot! Very walkable to everything you’d ever want to walk to in Knoxville. Farmers market just across the street on Saturday. Great room and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fix your beds
We had a great experience but taken shortcuts like not rotating the beds and there’s actually dips in the beds. Does not make sure establishment. I recommended establishment as you know is the most important thing to help and when you have a mattress does not make for a happy customer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to market square
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Efraim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, felt safe!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Erika

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convienent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Nice dining area and bar. 5 minute walk to Market Square.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myers

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Extremely nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Canessa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience in my room was great. It was mostly quiet, and things seemed to be clean. However, as I ordered my drink at the bar, I happened to be next to another African American woman, and the bartender kept mistaking the other woman for me. It was done twice. It could be that he was a bit distracted but it left both myself and the other woman uncomfortable. That aside, it was a typical hotel experience. Very walkable and close to everything downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024