The 10 best Motels in Knoxville, United States

April 22, 2023 Carley Gatson

During the Civil War, Knoxville's Mabry-Hazen House served as headquarters for both the Confederate and Union armies. Today you can visit the house and other historic homes in this eastern Tennessee city. Among Knoxville's other attractions are museums, a zoo and World's Fair Park, site of the 1982 World's Fair. University of Tennessee sports draw lots of fans, as does the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. To see Knoxville from the water, take a leisurely riverboat ride down the Tennessee River.
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1. Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville West/Farragut

11748 Snyder Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932-2957
Excellent
42%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 871 reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville West/Farragut

Welcome to the clean, comfortable and affordable Super 8 Knoxville West, a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award winner and top 25 three years running. We're pleased to be located right where you want to be. We are close to downtown Knoxville, the Knoxville Convention Center, Turkey Creek shopping area and Neyland Stadium, public library and access to Knoxville Greenway. We provide 24-hour front desk service so you can check in, check out or get assistance anytime you need at our hotel in Knoxville, TN. Our free truck and bus parking means we can accommodate professional drivers and large groups with ease. Our guest laundry facilities make it easy to prepare for the next leg of your journey as well. Come see your Super 8 Stars!

Horrible

Reviewed By samneff

Room was clean and it was in a good area. There was a man sitting on the balcony drinking. No big deal. Then he started smoking weed and the AC unit sucked it right up and blew it into our room with 4 kids. I told the front desk, and they could only tell the man to stop. By this time, the room stank, it was hot (from turning off the AC) and I’m livid. Called customer service and they said they would open a “case”. Left less than 1.5 hours after check in and offered a 25% refund. I’m still fighting for a full refund.

2. Baymont by Wyndham Knoxville I-75

6712 Central Avenue Pike, Knoxville, TN 37912-1419
Excellent
31%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
16%
Terrible
18%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 385 reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Knoxville I-75

Looking for a place to stay in Knoxville? Then look no further than Baymont by Wyndham Knoxville I-75, a budget friendly motel that brings the best of Knoxville to your doorstep. Knoxville Quality Inn is a budget friendly motel offering a flat screen TV and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The motel features a 24 hour front desk. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and free breakfast, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Knoxville. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Ichiban Japanese Grill and Asia Cafe, which are some sushi restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Baymont by Wyndham Knoxville I-75 as you experience everything Knoxville has to offer.

Sad experience

Reviewed By Linda M

We won’t be staying here again unless improvements are made. Conditions didn’t measure up to their advertisements or photos displayed. Unattractive interior. Barely met minimum standards of health and cleanliness.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville East

7585 Crosswood Blvd I-40 and Strawberry Plains Exit, Knoxville, TN 37924-3935
Excellent
20%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
12%
Terrible
19%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 392 reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville East

Explore the city and relax at our Super 8 Knoxville East hotel near Knoxville Zoo. Our convenient location off Interstate 40 makes it easy to visit the most popular Knoxville attractions. We serve free 8-item SuperStart breakfast bonanza each morning and offer free high-speed Internet access to help you plan your trip and stay connected from your hotel room. Guest laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk service are available for your convenience, and when it gets hot, you can cool off in our outdoor pool. We offer free truck / RV parking, and non-smoking and handicapped-accessible rooms. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult at our hotel in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Just Spend the Extra $50

Reviewed By bwilli620481

Ordered a king, got two fulls. Blood stains on top sheet and cigarette burns on the fleece sheet. TV doesn’t work. Doesn’t smell clean it smells like someone tried to cover up a dingy smell with a clean smell. Spend the extra $50 next time.

4. Econo Lodge North

5505 Merchants Center Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37912-3471
Excellent
18%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
10%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 96 reviews

Econo Lodge North

Looking for a place to stay in Knoxville? Then look no further than Econo Lodge North, a family-friendly motel that brings the best of Knoxville to your doorstep. Knoxville Econo Lodge offers guests an array of room amenities including air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The motel offers a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While in Knoxville be sure to experience nearby cafes such as Wild Love Bakehouse, Starbucks, or Rami's Cafe. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Econo Lodge North as you experience everything Knoxville has to offer.

Nice people at checkin

Reviewed By RickBB_12

The two ladies at the check in desk were super friendly and helpful. One of the staff recommended a nice buffet down the street. Rooms were nice and very clean. The internet was slow and did not have a password access. One of our 4 electronic devices (tablet) stopped working correctly (malware?) and also did not function at home. I had to rebuild the Android Tablet OS. I would still gladly stay here in the future.

5. Motel 6 Knoxville

258 Harry Lane Blvd I-40 Exit 378 Cedar Bluff Road, Knoxville, TN 37923-4912
Excellent
21%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
17%
Terrible
24%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 264 reviews

Motel 6 Knoxville

Finding an ideal budget friendly motel in Knoxville does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Motel 6 Knoxville, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Motel 6 Knoxville provide a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. You can also enjoy a pool while staying at Motel 6 Knoxville. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Motel 6 Knoxville. For those interested in checking out Open Chord (1.5 mi) while visiting Knoxville, Motel 6 Knoxville is a short distance away. While in Knoxville, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Motel 6 Knoxville, including Altruda's Italian Restaurant (0.4 mi), Parkside Grill (0.5 mi), and Chuy's (0.4 mi). Should time allow, Parkway Baptist Church is a popular attraction that is within walking distance. Motel 6 Knoxville puts the best of Knoxville at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Had to clean the room to just stay one night and checked the next day.

Reviewed By 699vanessaw

RUN..We had stayed here 2 years ago and it was clean for a budget motel. Felt safe and could take our dogs. Then same time of year as before 2 years later this had all changed, the first room had dog urine in 3 places all over the floor. Smelled bad was supposed to be non smoking but didn't smell like it. When I went to complain the housekeeper had the audacity to accuse me of letting my dog pee in the floor. I explained that if it was my dogs I would have cleaned it up. We got moved to another room which was also dirty but not as bad. It was late at night and we had no choice so we went to the Dollar store bought cleaning supplies and literally wiped everything down in this room including the walls where people would touch and doors. Then follow we mopped the floors with a mop and bucket we had to purchase. Shower was moldy so we cleaned the toilet just to use it. This room was so disgusting. I did not want to let my little dog run on the floor because I was afraid it would get him sick. We made the best of a really bad situation and the manager never said she was sorry just that I shouldn't have to clean my room. The night staff when I complain just looked at me offered no apology or solution. So when I spoke to the manager the next day all she said is that she would give me my money back and talk to the cleaning crew.. I guess that's the least you can do but on top of it it was 4th of July weekend so my vacation was ruined. I had to overpay the last minute for a new hotel the next day for the next three days. If you're thinking of going to this hotel don't. It has turned in to the dirtiest place and on top of it there were people in the parking lot smoking crack and sitting outside their hotel rooms drinking and smoking pot. We found crack pipes on the ground near where we were supposed to be taking our dogs to use the restroom. It was the most scariest hotel I've ever seen!!!! ...RUN RUN!!!

6. Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East

7471 Crosswood Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37924-3937
Excellent
15%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
17%
Terrible
29%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 186 reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East

Welcome to Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East, your Knoxville “home away from home.” Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Quality Inn Knoxville is a budget friendly motel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a kitchenette in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and free breakfast, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Knoxville. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. When you're feeling hungry, you can check out Aubrey's Strawberry Plains (0.6 mi), Cracker Barrel (0.2 mi), or Waffle House (0.4 mi), which are all within walking distance of Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East. Knoxville is also known for some great parks, including World's Fair Park, Krutch Park, and New Harvest Park, which are not too far from Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East. Travelodge by Wyndham Knoxville East puts the best of Knoxville at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Better luck at the Super 8

Reviewed By Sabrina C

This hotel is something you’d see on a true crime documentary. It was dimly lit outside at night, small lobby, handmade signs around the property, no elevator for a 2 story building, and the smell of cigarettes and weed all around. The staff didn’t seem to have a problem with anything as they were oblivious to how check in worked and required 2 people to run my credit card. There was no WiFi password provided at check in or in the room. We had to haul our luggage up to the 2nd floor via the stairs and the only food offered was from a vending machine on the ground floor. The room reeked of cigarettes despite being listed as a non-smoking room, designated by the sign on our door. The linens had cigarette burns in them and 2 out of 4 pillowcases were ripped and burned. There was hair and grime in the bath tub and sink. When I tried to call the front desk for clean towels it was discovered that the phone in the room did not work and didn’t have a line in for it to work anywhere in the room, rendering it to be a cheap paperweight. There was no cell service in the room, nor internet so there was no way to contact anyone from the room, probably why everyone we saw outside was on their phone and in their pajamas. The A/C didn’t work well and could only be felt if you were right next to the unit, so the room felt stale and muggy. We woke up early just to leave early so we could shower at a different hotel. Needless to say, a property that bad reflects poorly on the owners, employees, and quality of service. This was a stay that we will never forget in the worst of ways.

7. Quality Inn

11717 Campbell Lakes Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934-1659
Excellent
20%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
22%
Terrible
32%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 41 reviews

Quality Inn

The Rodeway Inn & Suites hotel in Knoxville offers the most value for your money when staying for business, pleasure, or just passing through. We offer clean spacious rooms, free deluxe continental breakfast, business center with computer, and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. All guest rooms include microwave, mini-fridge, iron, iron board, coffeemaker, hairdryer, cable TV, HBO, and ESPN. We also have a seasonal outdoor pool which is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Take advantage of our extremely comfortable beds and relax while saving money year-round with our Kids Stay Free Policy (11 and under in parent's room). For those guests that are in town on longer term corporate assignments or business trips we also offer special weekly and monthly rates, as well as direct billing options. For your convenience our hotel offers both smoking and non-smoking rooms. Pets are welcome, restrictions and charges apply. We are located close to several attractions including Worlds Fair Park, The University of Tennessee, and the Sunsphere. We are located right off Interstate 40 at exit 723. The Rodeway Inn & Suites hotel in Knoxville is your best choice within the "Queen City of the Mountains." We offer ideal accommodations and location whether you are in town for sightseeing, boating, fishing, or simply passing through on your way to Nashville or Chattanooga. At The Rodeway Inn & Suites hotel in Knoxville our goal is to provide our guests a great experience, not just a place to stay. At The Rodeway Inn & Suites hotel in Knoxville, We've Got You Covered from the time you hit the road until your head hits the pillow.

Choice Hotels

Reviewed By A9968NMsandraj

I had reservations at Quality Inn and when I arrived I was told they didn’t have a room. They charged me 12000 choice hotel points and said I was a no show. I notified Choice Hotels about the problems and was given a case number. I never received my points and was never contacted by customer service from choice hotels. Please consider using other hotels. I travel extensively and will never use their hotels again.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West

9240 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37923-4401
Excellent
7%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
21%
Terrible
41%
Overall Ratings

2 based on 299 reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West

See why so many travelers make Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West their motel of choice when visiting Knoxville. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a budget friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Rooms at Days Inn Knoxville West Hotel offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A 24 hour front desk, room service, and newspaper are some of the conveniences offered at this motel. A pool and free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West, free parking is available. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Knoxville, Days Inn Knoxville West Hotel is located a short distance from Parkway Baptist Church (1.4 mi) and Open Chord (1.8 mi). During your visit, be sure to check out one of Knoxville's popular lobster restaurants such as Chesapeake's Seafood Restaurant & Raw Bar and Red Lobster, all a short distance from Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular gardens such as UT Gardens. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville West as you experience all of the things Knoxville has to offer.

Never again

Reviewed By gdiann694181

There was blood on the sheets and mold in the bathroom. When we told the guy at the desk he said we could clean it up or get our money back within the hour. What hotel makes you clean your own room and is completely rude with you at the check in?!

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville Downtown Area

341 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912-3546
Excellent
9%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
22%
Terrible
30%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 472 reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville Downtown Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Knoxville Downtown Area is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Knoxville, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Knoxville Super 8 offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The motel offers room service, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While in Knoxville be sure to experience local lobster favorites at Puleo's Grille. If you’re looking for something to do, James White Fort, Mabry Hazen House, and Crescent Bend House & Gardens - Armstrong-Lockett House are a nice way to spend some time. Enjoy your stay in Knoxville!

Business trip

Reviewed By cjacks628149

Cleanliness of the rooms terrible. Couldn't walk from the bed to bathroom without your feet turning black but the staff was amazing. Was a good location but needs to be updated for sure. We travel for business and it was a good location but wished I'd checked it the rooms prior to booking. Had a great rate but I see why now

10. Scottish Inns North Knoxville

201 Callahan Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912-1340
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
21%
Terrible
63%
Overall Ratings

1.5 based on 19 reviews

Scottish Inns North Knoxville

Conveniently located off I-75, The Scottish Inn North is located within miles of most major destinations in the Knoxville area. Such locations include the airport, downtown, Knoxville Zoo, Neyland Stadium, Thompson Bowling Area, Knox. Expo Center, Univ. of TN and Conv. Ctr. We are also 30 min. to Great Smokey MT. Nat’l Park, Pigeon Forge and Gutenberg. Hotel features Free cont'l breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, Free local calls, Premium movie channels-HBO, ESPN, CNN & Outdoor pool. Many restaurants are nearby, as well as Wal-Mart and many food markets. We thank you for choosing our hotel and hope you enjoy your stay with us.

The (rhymes with Hit) Hole From Hell!!

Reviewed By dsimpson48

I should have read the review prior to booking this place. We were in The States doing a tour, basically booking the next hotel the night before when we could but because of delays, roadworks etc, we never had much time with this one. It was dingy, hookers sitting around outside in cars, and the rooms had a damp, musky smell. The baths were old and black, and it about cost me a divorcee with the wife after she read a review from the Lady from Springfield Ohio. We would have been better and safer parked up in our Jeep.

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