3 Best, Genuine Boutique Hotels in Knoxville in 2026

This superbly designed Olivier Hotel in Downtown Knoxville is a nice example of a historically focused boutique. The building in question is a 1876 former bakery that will likely not be making any lists of historic sites, but still has the charm. The interiors are decidedly modern, in that chic apartment way that screams “my best friend custom orders coffee tables from Italy.” It’s all geometric carpets and gallery-hung stairwells and clever touches that make the space feel lush without crowding it. We especially love the Peter Kern Library speakeasy,… > Read Our Full Review

All Hilton Graduate hotels have a similar kind of casual hip to them, but something about the UT colors and Knoxville vibe makes it just work better here. Orange and white is a satisfying combination anyway, but the scattered florals and gimmicky elements like the boat-turned-front desk make the whole thing both nostalgic and fun. The whole place feels like it’s conceived by some really cool grandma who was a cheerleader for UT before she married a biologist and started growing weed in her kitchen. Things are laid back but… > Read Our Full Review

The Tennesseean Hotel is a mood-lit, velvety, glowing golden space right from the jump. The vibe is contemporary, with gold accents and clean lines that give a little whisper of art deco elegance. Most of the luxury boxes are checked, from tea service to turndown service. Almost every inch of the hotel is coated in sunlight and offers more than enough room. There are also a number of transportation options that make exploring Knoxville, Tennessee super simple. There’s no spa or pool, unfortunately, but we’re pretty sure the concierge would… > Read Our Full Review