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1. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 0.4 km from Sunsphere Tower

"The staff was incredible. The hotel was nice and smelled great. However, be prepared to pay for parking. The garage is about a block away and charges $20 a day. The hotel was recently opened so there was no gym and most of the electric did not work in the room. We had to move the refrigerator across the room and we had to plug the microwave into a bathroom outlet to make it work. The staff apologized and were super nice. There were "joints" on the floor in the lobby which smelled up everything....

Nicholas

NT$4,400

NT$5,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 0.6 km from Sunsphere Tower

Christine

NT$3,865

NT$4,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.6 km from Sunsphere Tower

Adam

NT$4,173

NT$4,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.7 km from Sunsphere Tower

Sergio

NT$4,403

NT$5,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

5. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 0.6 km from Sunsphere Tower

Alana

NT$9,788

NT$11,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

6. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 0.3 km from Sunsphere Tower

Orietta

NT$4,437

NT$5,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

7. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.1 km from Sunsphere Tower

Diego

NT$3,776

NT$4,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Parlor, King Murphy Bed and Sofa Bed | Living area

8. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 0.4 km from Sunsphere Tower

Joy

NT$4,139

NT$4,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.6 km from Sunsphere Tower

Christopher

NT$4,815

NT$5,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

10. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Fort Sanders, 1.1 km from Sunsphere Tower

Traci

NT$4,415

NT$5,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.6 km from Sunsphere Tower

Adam

NT$6,620

NT$7,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Suite, 1 King Bed (Governor) | Living area

12. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, < 0.1 km from Sunsphere Tower

Chadwick

NT$5,525

NT$7,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 0.3 km from Sunsphere Tower

Anne

NT$4,139

NT$4,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

14. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.4 km from Sunsphere Tower

Barbie

NT$2,933

NT$3,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

15. Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

Inskip, 7.3 km from Sunsphere Tower

David

NT$3,471

NT$4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Living area

16. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.3 km from Sunsphere Tower

Kristen

NT$3,191

NT$3,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 7.1 km from Sunsphere Tower

Billy

NT$3,763

NT$4,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

19.3 km from Sunsphere Tower

Vesta

NT$3,456

NT$4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

19. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 16 km from Sunsphere Tower

Nancy

NT$3,703

NT$4,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,092 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 652 reviews	View
Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 129 reviews	View

Top Sunsphere Tower Hotel Reviews

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding property. Staff were great, very nice surroundings. Visitors should know that there is no free parking…valet service only."

Hilton Knoxville

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel in downtown knoxville. Parking is pricey, but you can park in The Locust street Public parking deck, which is one street over, for a quarter the price. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Venue is well maintained and in a nice central location in downtown knoxville. My only problem was about 3:30 In the morning, the fan on the air conditioner started making a horrendous noise and it made it very hard to sleep even with earplug in. If I wasn't preparing to leave in the next couple hours, I probably would have asked to move rooms, but by the time I moved rooms, it'd be time for me to pack up, start heading out. I did inform staff checkout and they said they would have someone look into it."

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was good overall!"

Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was beyond helpful!! When checking in, my child announced that it was my birthday. The next day there was a bag hanging on our door with a birthday card and a treat on it! Just so thoughtful! Also, my AirPods fell down the elevator shaft. I mentioned it at the front desk and she said she’d talk to maintenance. They went down and got them for me. They were so thoughtful and helpful!"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The Embassy Suite was very comfortable, the staff friendly and very helpful and the breakfast delicious and hot. The location was perfect for why we were in Knoxville. We will definitely come back."

Other attractions near Sunsphere Tower

A riverside park with trees, a bridge, and a modern structure.

World's Fair Park

9.0/10 (363 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at World's Fair Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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A circular sculpture made of sunflower heads and metal rods, surrounded by a fence.

Charles Krutch Park

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Charles Krutch Park is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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A row of historic buildings with distinct architectural styles, including arched windows and red doors.

Market Square

9.2/10 (2,277 reviews)

During your trip to Knoxville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Knoxville Convention Center

8.6/10 (814 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Knoxville Convention Center 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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Knoxville Museum of Art

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Knoxville Museum of Art 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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East Tennessee Veterans Memorial

You can learn about the history of Knoxville with a stop at East Tennessee Veterans Memorial. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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St. John's Episcopal Cathedral

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

St. John's Episcopal Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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First Baptist Church

8.0/10 (11 reviews)

First Baptist Church is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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 Sunsphere Tower?

Sunsphere Tower 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, check out the 224 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Sunsphere Tower?

Adjacent to Sunsphere Tower, Hilton Knoxville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options within a short distance include Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG and Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown.

How many hotels will I find close to Sunsphere Tower?

Expedia has 224 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sunsphere Tower.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sunsphere Tower, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Sunsphere Tower.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sunsphere Tower?

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What can I see and do near Sunsphere Tower?

Study the collections at Knoxville Museum of Art, Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, or McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture. Explore landmarks like Bijou Theater, Tennessee Theatre, and Historic Southern Railway Station. You can enjoy live performances at Clarence Brown Theatre and Knoxville Children's Theatre.

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Our top choices for Sunsphere Tower hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

2. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

5. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

6. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8. Hilton Knoxville

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

10. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

12. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

14. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

15. Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

16. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

19. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Compare popular hotels close to Sunsphere Tower

Top Sunsphere Tower Hotel Reviews

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hilton Knoxville

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Other attractions near Sunsphere Tower

World's Fair Park

Charles Krutch Park

Market Square

Knoxville Convention Center

Knoxville Museum of Art

East Tennessee Veterans Memorial

St. John's Episcopal Cathedral

First Baptist Church

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