TL;DR

Style and ambiance: Mood-lit, velvety, and contemporary with gold accents and art deco whispers.
Luxury touches: Tea service, turndown, sunlight-filled spaces, and roomy interiors.
Location: Multiple transportation options make exploring Knoxville easy.
Amenities: No spa or pool, but concierge can arrange nearby options.
Atmosphere: Stylish, distinctive, and ideal for design-savvy visitors.
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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 happily arrange something nearby.

Ultimately, it’s the stylish yet distinctive atmosphere, more than a slew of amenities, that does it. And what’s more boutique than that?

Anyone with an eye for design, a discerning palate, and a desire to see the city will be more than happy here.

What are the rooms like?

Number of rooms: 82
Design: Clean, balanced, and full of personality with varied artwork.
Options: Classic Kings, Panoramic Kings, Double Kings and Queens, 1-Bedroom Suites, specialty suites.
Amenities: Large TVs, robes, Keurig machines, mini fridges, and workspaces.
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Rooms have a nice balance of clean design and personality.

Artwork is varied, with attractive maps and colorful canvases set alongside more IKEA-esque prints and photos.

Nothing is off-putting, but some are more intriguing than others.

There are plenty of different room options, all plush and decidedly roomy. The Classic King is your simplest, even with 470 square feet of space.

It’s the second-smallest option besides the Panoramic King, which we would recommend to anyone wanting a guestroom.

You sacrifice 20 square meters for two walls of windows, and all the views and sunlight that come with.

There are Double Kings and Queens for larger groups, but we have to come down on the side of the suites.

Even your “average” 1-Bedroom Suite is happy to accommodate four guests, while the specialty Pat Summit Suite is also set up with a king and sofa bed.

The Governor’s Suite, at 1600+ square feet, is the obvious point of opulence, with an 8-person dining table, baby grand, and fireplace.

Wherever you stay, you’ll enjoy large TVs (you’ll need a Netflix or Hulu account for streaming), robes and slippies, Keurig machines, mini fridges, and working areas.

What are prices like?

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And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?

Restaurant: The Drawing Room offers small plates, charcuterie, seasonal menus, and locally sourced produce.
Atmosphere: Clean, fresh, sunlight-filled by day, sultry lighting by night.
Tea service: Sunday Tea Service and specialty seasonal teas, often with live music.
Facilities: Fitness center, multiple meeting and event spaces, transportation options including black cars and electric bikes.

The onsite restaurant, The Drawing Room, is a chic locally-focused establishment serving delightful small plates and charcuterie.

Menus change seasonally, produce is locally grown, and of course, you’ll find plenty of whiskey.

The atmosphere is clean and fresh, with plenty of sunlight that turns into sultry evening lighting.

There’s also the Sunday Tea Service, and specialty tea services are scheduled intermittently. These include live music and are often holiday-themed.

You’ll also find a well-equipped fitness center on site, and it’s not just the Governor’s Suite that’s well-suited to business.

With multiple meeting and event spaces, you shouldn’t have a hard time finding something to fit your needs.

Transportation ranges from black car services to electric bikes, which provide a truly excellent way to explore the nearby downtown.

How is the neighborhood? Anything interesting nearby?

Location: Ideal for exploring downtown Knoxville.
Nearby attractions: Tennessee Theatre, Market Square, World’s Fair Park, Knoxville Museum of Art, Laurel Theater, Knoxville Remembers Graffiti.
Outdoor options: Urban Wilderness Gateway Park, Ijams Crag, and within an hour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

The location is perfect if you’re looking to explore downtown Knoxville.

You’re one underpass away from the commercial center, including multiple convention centers and the gorgeous Tennessee Theatre.

You’ll also find Market Square, a great space for bars, restaurants, and shops.

On The Tennessean’s side of things, there’s plenty more to see.

There’s the World’s Fair Park, Knoxville Museum of Art, Laurel Theater, and the Knoxville Remembers Graffiti. All of these are within a 10-minute walk.

If you want to get outside, which we solidly recommend, there are a few options. The Urban Wilderness Gateway Park is just a 6-minute drive from the hotel and has some lovely trails to explore.

A little bit further, you’ll find Ijams Crag, a climber’s favorite with plenty of nice walking paths and views of Mead’s Quarry.

And finally, for anyone visiting the Knoxville area, it’s foolish not to take advantage of being within an hour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.