Where to stay in Old City

Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

Fort Sanders
Unique features of Fort Sanders include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena while you're exploring the area.

East Knoxville
East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Knoxville Zoo while in the area.

Cedar Bluff
Cedar Bluff is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dead Horse Lake Golf Course and Bagwell Tennis Center while in the area.

Knoxville West
If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing.
Top hotels in Old City

Hilton Knoxville
"Hilton has a great location close to parks, downtown, river and UTK, all walkable. Coffee in rooms and lobby was excellent. Friendly. Small fitness room. Rooms a bit outdated but clean."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Easy walking to lots of shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West
"It’s a great hotel and very clean. Just it smells a bit like mold in the rooms"
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
