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A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

1. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 2.3 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Windi
The price is CA $182
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

2. Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,155 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
TIMOTHY
The price is CA $191
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Hilton Knoxville
A bar area with a hexagonal tiled floor, a bar counter, and seating.

3. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (816 reviews)
"Great hotel, beautifully appointed rooms with a great central location."
United States
Wynn
The price is CA $180
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
A modern building with a glass facade, a curved pathway, and a body of water reflecting the structure.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.5 km from Southside Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location in walkable area. Nice rooms, friendly staff and excellent breakfast."
United States
James
The price is CA $191
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,148 reviews)
"Great spot for our family for the evening!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $227
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
3.0 star property
Papermill, 7.2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,112 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Sandra
The price is CA $168
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
A modern interior with large windows, wooden ceiling beams, and yellow chairs.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.9 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (663 reviews)
"Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."
United States
Montina
The price is CA $183
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a wall of wooden lockers.

8. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.7 km from Southside Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Staff was lovely and the room was very nice. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Ariel
The price is CA $210
CA $249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

9. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 9 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff person (Kay) when we checked in was very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jane
The price is CA $150
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

10. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Adam
The price is CA $226
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

11. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Comfort Suites Knoxville North
2.5 star property
Inskip, 8.9 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was very nice and the breakfast was good. Would stay there again."
United States
Crystle
The price is CA $149
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Suites Knoxville North
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a sofa, and a surfboard display.

12. Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown

Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown
2.5 star property
Inskip, 8.8 km from Southside Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice breakfast, older hotel but staff was very nice and helpful."
United States
Jamie
The price is CA $127
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown
A hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a bed with a nightstand, and a desk with a lamp.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
2.5 star property
Bearden, 8.2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (829 reviews)
"The room was very clean. Staff was very friendly, especially Catalina. Breakfast was great and cleanly everyday and parking was easy to get to."
United States
Jayla
The price is CA $172
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 8.9 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great breakfast options and very nice rooms."
United States
Hannah
The price is CA $155
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest
3.0 star property
Inskip, 8.9 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (520 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Zaid
The price is CA $180
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest
A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

16. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 8.7 km from Southside Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (351 reviews)
"GOOD LOCATION FOR EXPLORING AREA"
United States
GREG
The price is CA $120
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.

17. The Oliver Hotel

The Oliver Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (876 reviews)
"Beautiful, classic hotel with friendly staff and located perfectly in downtown Knoxville."
United States
Greg
The price is CA $240
CA $284 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Oliver Hotel
A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a large painting on the wall.

18. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
3.0 star property
Inskip, 9 km from Southside Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel, 10 mins from the stadium."
United States
Alexander
The price is CA $141
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

19. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
3.0 star property
Papermill, 7.3 km from Southside Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (162 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Suzanne
The price is CA $162
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
3.0 star property
East Knoxville, 9.8 km from Southside Waterfront
6.8 out of 10, (1,170 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay"
United States
Andre
The price is CA $78
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
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Where to stay in Southside Waterfront

Find the best Southside Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Southside Waterfront
Learn more about Southside Waterfront
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Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville boasts a central business district, World's Fair Park, and historical buildings like the Bijou Theatre. Explore the University of Tennessee campus and enjoy the lively Market Square.
A river winding through a densely forested area with a small island of houses.

East Knoxville

East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Knoxville Zoo while in the area.
A large brick building with a clock tower, flag, and flagpole.

Fort Sanders

Located near the University of Tennessee, this area boasts Victorian-era houses and a lively atmosphere, especially during the school year. Enjoy "The Strip" on Cumberland Avenue, featuring bars, restaurants, and shops.
A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Cedar Bluff

Located along Cedar Bluff Road, this Knoxville neighborhood boasts a major commercial corridor and numerous office and technology parks. Easily accessible via Park West Boulevard and Middlebrook Pike.
A wooden pier extending into calm water during sunset.
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Knoxville West

While visiting Knoxville West, you might make a stop by sights like Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville.

Top Southside Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Ancient Lore Village

Ancient Lore Village

10/10 Excellent
"It was a nice place to stay. We enjoyed the time we spent there."
Benjamin 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Ancient Lore Village

Frequently asked questions

What is Southside Waterfront like?
Travelers to the Southside Waterfront neighborhood in Knoxville will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to High Ground Park as part of your Southside Waterfront travel plans.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Southside Waterfront?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Knoxville, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Southside Waterfront.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southside Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Southside Waterfront.
What are the top things to see and do in Southside Waterfront?
High Ground Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Southside Waterfront. While you're out sightseeing in Knoxville, be sure to visit other sights like Thompson–Boling Arena or McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture.