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About the Hotel

531 Henley Street, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37902
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The Tennessean Hotel Knoxville is centrally located a 5-minute walk from the 300 foot Sunsphere Tower and offers views of the city. Situated 25 km from McGhee Tyson airport, this hotel features 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service, as well as cars for rent.

Location

Guests may find the Thompson/Boling Arena 1.6 km from the 5-star hotel, and the Fort Dickerson Quarry is 2.1 km away. The Tennessean has a central location within walking distance of a business district.

This property is also not far from World's Fair Park. Located in Knoxville, the smoke-free hotel lies right around the corner from the Knoxville Convention Center.

Well-connected to the Fort Sanders, which is a 17-minute walk away, the accommodation is within 800 metres of Knoxville Area Transit bus station.

Rooms

The Tennessean Hotel welcomes guests to 85 rooms complete with an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts like air conditioning. They are decorated with elegant furniture. Bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with a hairdryer and dressing gowns.

Eat & Drink

This Knoxville hotel has The Drawing Room restaurant, which specialises in European cuisine. There is a lounge bar and an à la carte restaurant on site. The Tennessean Knoxville features a restaurant nearby, where guests can enjoy a variety of American cuisine.

Leisure & Business

Keeping fit at this hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness centre that offers fitness classes. Business and leisure travellers can also make use of conference facilities and a laptop safe.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor a slice of Knoxville's famous barbecue at Smoky Mountain BBQ.
  • Explore the historic Market Square for local art and street musicians.
  • Visit the Knoxville Museum of Art for rotating contemporary exhibits.
  • Take a stroll through Ijams Nature Center for scenic trails and views.
  • Don't miss the Sundown in the City concerts for live music and fun.
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The Tennessean Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive King King
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
2 Queen Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
475 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
One-Bedroom Suite City View
2 persons
875 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
City view
Shower
Coffee machine
Corner King Room City View
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
City view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The Tennessean Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Tennessean Hotel Location

531 Henley Street, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37902
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531 Henley Street, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37902
Nearby
701 Henley St
Knoxville Convention Center
1600 ft
Park
World's Fair Park
1300 ft
Museum
Knoxville Museum of Art
1700 ft
510 W Main St
First Baptist Church
1500 ft
Park
Charles Krutch Park
3000 ft
Tower
Sunsphere Tower
1400 ft
401 Henley St
East Tennessee Veterans Memorial
800 ft
Downtown
1100 ft
Church
Saint Johns Episcopal Church
1300 ft
Amusement Park
Fort Kid
1700 ft
Market Square
Tennessee Woman Suffrage Memorial
1400 ft
Gallery
Bliss & Tori Mason Shoes
1700 ft
516 W Jackson Ave
Knox Whiskey Works
1900 ft
Church
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
1800 ft
Store
Mast General Store Knoxville
1900 ft
Restaurants
The Drawing Room
100 ft
531 Henley St
Windows on the Park
2100 ft
525 Henley St
Chesapeake's Downtown
2300 ft
600 Union Ave
Knoxville Chocolate Co
700 ft
29 Market Square #100
Tupelo Honey
3200 ft
1 Market Square
The French Market Creperie
2700 ft
412 W Clinch Ave
J.C. Holdway
2900 ft
501 Union Ave Located at the corner of Walnut St. & 501 Union Ave.
McEwan's Kitchen
1500 ft
1109 White Ave
The Lunchbox Market and Cafe
2800 ft
607 Market St
Getting around
City Centre
Knoxville9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
McGhee Tyson (TYS)38 min  ·  15.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 40 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$31 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
85

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Tennessean Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 363 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
91%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.3/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 353 reviews
9.1/10
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