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4.7 out of 5

"Great spot that is close to Market Square. " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 13 Jun 2021

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Hotel Description

3.5-star hotel near University of Tennessee

Heart of Knoxville

Your stay at this Downtown Knoxville hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Tennessee and Neyland Stadium. Knoxville Visitors Center and Market Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

Business services

This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and conveniences like a 24-hour front desk and concierge services.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$139* Per night/room Oct 1 - Oct 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (15) Couples (2) Family (2)
5 out of 5
Nice place

Posted by on Aug 20, 2023

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Aug 21, 2023 by hotel staff

Thank you for the feedback of the Crowne Plaza Knoxville!

5 out of 5

Posted by , from HOPKINTON on Aug 14, 2023

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Sep 8, 2023 by hotel staff

Thank you for your feedback of the Crowne Plaza Knoxville!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 10, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 15, 2023 by hotel staff

Thank you for your wonderful feedback of the Crowne Plaza Knoxville!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 24, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 14, 2021

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4 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 17, 2021

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Jul 27, 2021 by hotelstaff

Thank you for your feedback of the Crowne Plaza Knoxville!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 6, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 19, 2021 by hotelstaff

Thank you for your feedback of the Crowne Plaza Knoxville!

5 out of 5
Great spot that is close to Market Square.

Posted by on Jun 13, 2021

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Jun 14, 2021 by hotelstaff

We're so pleased you were able to take advantage of our central downtown location. Thanks for letting us know and we hope to welcome you back to the Crowne Plaza Knoxville again soon. Safe travels!

5 out of 5

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Apr 20, 2021 by hotelstaff

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About the Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel

Location 401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN 37902

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve:

  • Dining venue(s)

Property Features

Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel 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 business center and meeting rooms. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Knoxville hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 197 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel offers 197 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.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Smart television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

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.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University, an IHG Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

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)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning. Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas. Contactless check-out is available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Grey water recycling system
  • Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

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, per 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.

Hotel Names

  • Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University
  • Crowne Plaza Hotel University
  • Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University
  • Crowne Plaza University
  • Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University
  • Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University an IHG Hotel
  • "Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville Downtown University an IHG Hotel"

You should know

  • 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.
  • 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).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.