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A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

A hotel with a modern design, outdoor seating, and a landscaped area with a central tree.

A buffet with various food items and utensils, set against a backdrop of large windows and a view of buildings and trees.

A building with a circular design, labeled "NCAA Basketball Hall of Fame."

1. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 1.9 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Windi

3.339.165 ₫

3.948.498 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a wooden floor. There are two yellow armchairs, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

A spacious living area with a blue armchair, a yellow armchair, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the room has wooden flooring and a large rug.

A restaurant interior with booths and tables, a brick wall, and large windows.

2. The Oliver Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 1.7 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Greg

4.403.038 ₫

5.206.593 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and large windows offering a view.

A lobby with plush seating, a chess table, and a reception desk.

A golf cart parked in front of The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences.

3. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 1.4 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Adam

4.138.623 ₫

5.459.509 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with seating and tables, large windows offering a city view.

A grand staircase with a decorative wall at the top, flanked by tall columns and modern lighting fixtures.

A bar area with a variety of food and drinks, including a tray with cheeses, meats, and a drink with a lemon slice.

4. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Elizabeth

4.167.485 ₫

4.928.050 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A breakfast area with a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST,' a bakery section, and a counter with various food items and a digital menu display.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a blue geometric wall pattern, a reception desk, and a snack shelf.

5. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 1.5 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Eileen

3.753.325 ₫

4.438.242 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a central bar, seating, and large windows offering a sunset view.

A modern lounge area with a curved blue leather sofa, a central bar, and large windows offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a grey sofa set, white side tables, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

A modern bar area with seating and a city view.

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Lori

5.409.965 ₫

6.397.219 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern coffee shop with a counter, espresso machines, and a menu board.

A hotel room with a large TV, a desk with a lamp, two beds, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

7. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 1.5 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Nadav

3.278.335 ₫

3.876.631 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and ceiling lights.

8. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 15.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Kelly

3.028.286 ₫

3.580.949 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden herringbone floor.

A self-service beverage station with a refrigerated display, a coffee machine, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

9. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 8.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Amelia

2.750.281 ₫

3.252.208 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A snack display with various packaged foods and instant coffee products.

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 7.6 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Karlee

3.168.324 ₫

3.746.544 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone bridge over a clear water body, a wooden pergola with seating, and a pathway leading to a building in a landscaped area.

A house with a unique curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A fantasy-themed building with stone and wood architecture, a stone pathway, and a variety of plants and flowers.

11. Ancient Lore Village

8.4 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Sergio

6.965.653 ₫

7.958.259 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A buffet with labeled containers for omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a large parking lot and a covered entrance.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned wall.

12. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Strawberry Plains Pike, 15.5 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Connie

2.950.890 ₫

3.489.428 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A laundry room with two washing machines, a window with blinds, a fire extinguisher, and a vent on the ceiling.

A swimming pool with a white fence, a white chair, and a building in the background.

13. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.4 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Karl

1.708.669 ₫

2.020.502 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A breakfast buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a bench area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a chess table, and a kitchen area in the background.

14. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Kevin

2.155.185 ₫

2.548.506 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, a stone accent wall, and a reception desk with a computer and a bicycle sign.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a microwave. There are two refrigerators and a coffee station.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, a printer, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print". There are shelves with decorative items and a stone wall in the background.

A corner market with a refrigerated beverage cooler stocked with various sodas and a freezer section.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Kelly

2.306.354 ₫

2.727.264 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, string lights, and a grill.

A hotel reception desk with a 'HOME 2' sign, a computer, a cash register, a green door, and a snack shelf.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large window.

A pool area with chairs and umbrellas, a stone wall, and a warning sign.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

18 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Angela

4.108.894 ₫

4.108.894 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a gift shop sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A hotel with a prominent Best Western Plus sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained landscaped area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

17. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Angel

1.863.461 ₫

2.203.542 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by rocks and plants.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Hilton Knoxville Airport

17.4 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Tina

3.718.380 ₫

4.266.841 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike, and various weights.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by white and blue walls, and furnished with orange and black chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

19. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 15.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Jotham

3.310.174 ₫

3.914.281 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Thompson–Boling Arena

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 31 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,145 reviews	View
The Oliver Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 876 reviews	View

Top Thompson–Boling Arena Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend! Perfect location for enjoying downtown, walking distance to shops, restaurants and bars. Also, very good breakfast included."

The Oliver Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, classic hotel with friendly staff and located perfectly in downtown Knoxville."

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay. Staff was lovely and the room was very nice. Would definitely stay there again."

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great parking. Easy access to everything. Very pleasant and helpful staff"

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."

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Neyland Stadium

9.0/10 (836 reviews)

Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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University of Tennessee

9.0/10 (2,704 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

You can spend time exploring the galleries in McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Lindsey Nelson Stadium

Catch an event at Lindsey Nelson Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Ewing Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ewing Gallery during your travels in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Clarence Brown Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Clarence Brown Theatre on your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Goodfriend Tennis Center

Catch an event at Goodfriend Tennis Center during your trip to Knoxville. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

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High Ground Park

You can take time to visit High Ground Park during your travels to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Thompson–Boling Arena?

Thompson–Boling Arena is located in an area of Knoxville known for its bar scene, sporting events and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 64 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Thompson–Boling Arena?

Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Thompson–Boling Arena.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Thompson–Boling Arena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Thompson–Boling Arena.

What can I see and do near Thompson–Boling Arena?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Knoxville Museum of Art, East Tennessee History Center or Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Bijou Theater, Tennessee Theatre and Historic Southern Railway Station are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can enjoy live performances at Knoxville Children's Theatre and Clarence Brown Theatre.

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Our top choices for Thompson–Boling Arena hotels

1. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

2. The Oliver Hotel

3. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

4. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

5. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

7. Hilton Knoxville

8. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

9. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

11. Ancient Lore Village

12. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

13. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

14. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

17. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

18. Hilton Knoxville Airport

19. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

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Top Thompson–Boling Arena Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

The Oliver Hotel

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Other attractions near Thompson–Boling Arena

Neyland Stadium

University of Tennessee

McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

Lindsey Nelson Stadium

Ewing Gallery

Clarence Brown Theatre

Goodfriend Tennis Center

High Ground Park

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