By Isabel Prontes
Knoxville is a city in eastern Tennessee. It is one of the largest cities in the state, behind only
Nashville and Memphis. There are many tourist attractions in Knoxville, including theaters, cultural centers, historical landmarks, museums and gardens. For those planning to visit this east Tennessee city, there are several fine hotels to consider.
Knoxville Marriott
The Knoxville Marriott is a conveniently located hilltop hotel that offers scenic views of the Tennessee River. The hotel is directly attached to the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and is a short walk to the city's business district, Tennessee Riverfront and the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. The Knoxville Marriott is 100% non-smoking, and its guest rooms all feature amenities such as Bath & Body Works toiletries, tea and coffee service, in-room movies and wireless high-speed internet access.
Knoxville Marriott
500 Hill Ave. SE
Knoxville, Tennessee 37915
(865) 637-1234
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tysmc-knoxville-marriott
Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville
The Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville is a modern and bright accommodation in downtown Knoxville. It is close to local attractions such as Market Square and the Old City. Some of the amenities available at the hotel are complimentary high-speed wireless internet access, Starbucks coffee, room service, events space (15,000 square feet), round-the-clock business center, gift shop, full-service restaurant, 24-hour fitness center and heated indoor swimming pool.
Crowne Plaza Hotel Knoxville
401 W. Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville, Tennessee 37902
(865) 522-2600
www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/tyssh
Four Points by Sheraton Knoxville Cumberland House Hotel
The Four Points by Sheraton Knoxville Cumberland House Hotel is a 100% non-smoking hotel located in the Fort Sanders Historic District, close to both the University of Tennessee and the Knoxville Convention Center. The hotel has a hospitable, warm atmosphere and offers wireless high-speed internet access (a fee applies in public areas), complimentary exercise center, room service, 24-hour reception, business center (with free internet), air conditioning, guest laundry, dry cleaning and security safe.
Four Points by Sheraton Knoxville Cumberland House Hotel
1109 White Ave.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37916
(865) 971-4663
www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3038
Clarion Inn
The Clarion Inn is a comfortable and clean hotel centrally located in downtown Knoxville. It is near the University of Tennessee, Neyland Stadium, Chilhowee Park and the Knoxville Zoo. There are 123 spacious guest rooms available, with amenities including complimentary continental breakfast every morning, satellite/cable television, guest laundry, outdoor seasonal swimming pool, fitness center, meeting space, business center, air conditioning, free high-speed wireless internet access, free newspapers on weekdays and free local telephone calls.
Clarion Inn Knoxville
5634 Merchant Center Blvd
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 687-8989
www.clarionhotel.com/hotel-knoxville-tennessee-TN366?promo=gglocal
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
