East Knoxville Travel Guide

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Knoxville Zoo

8.6/10 (604 reviews)
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Knoxville Zoo home during your holiday in Knoxville? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Top hotels in East Knoxville

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy Knoxville TN
The price is ₹5,271 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
₹5,271
₹6,232 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,137 reviews)
"I ordered a smoking room online, but, when we arrived, found out the website was wrong, as they had no smoking rooms. I put white socks on to walk around the room and they may never be white on the bottom again. Very unhappy."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

4 out of 5
1424 Old Knoxville Highway Sevierville TN
The price is ₹29,284 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
₹29,284
₹36,676 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Wilderness at the Smokies and Titanic Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (349 reviews)
"We love coming here no matter the weather there's always something to do!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
190 Gists Creek Road Sevierville TN
The price is ₹27,570 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
₹27,570
₹34,750 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,953 reviews)
"The room was nice, took along time to get to the room as it is confusing at first to find yr way around, but an over nice place 👍"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
The Resort at Governor's Crossing

The Resort at Governor's Crossing

3.5 out of 5
225 Collier Drive Sevierville TN
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,865 reviews)
"Family friendly and clean room and pool"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

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The Resort at Governor's Crossing
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
The price is ₹12,199 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹12,199
₹14,426 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,053 reviews)
"Great stay, location was absolutely ideal."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Hilton Knoxville
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr Knoxville TN
The price is ₹11,639 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹11,639
₹13,763 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel for a good price ."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
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Where to stay in East Knoxville

Find the best East Knoxville areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Knoxville West

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

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Old City

Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center while you're in town.

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