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A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

1. 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, (1,134 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel—"
United States
Maricica Macy
The price is P9,546
P11,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
A modern bar area with a central bar, seating, and large windows offering a sunset view.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (894 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, quiet, accommodating, will definitely stay again"
Canada
Paige
The price is P13,073
P15,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

3. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Christine
The price is P8,352
P9,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, easy access with parking, clean room, helpful staff"
United States
Charles
The price is P8,754
P10,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

5. Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,140 reviews)
"It was nice and very convenient location in city"
United States
Frank
The price is P8,327
P9,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Knoxville
A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.

6. The Oliver Hotel

The Oliver Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (871 reviews)
"Beautiful southern boutique hotel. We enjoyed our stay. Fantastic location, oliver royale restaurant is amazing"
United States
lisa
The price is P13,395
P15,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Oliver Hotel
A bar area with a hexagonal tiled floor, a bar counter, and seating.

7. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (807 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Christy
The price is P8,457
P10,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

8. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
beth
The price is P9,566
P12,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a wall of wooden lockers.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Miranda
The price is P9,929
P11,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bar counter with a variety of drinks and food items, including burgers and fries.

10. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Graduate by Hilton Knoxville
4.0 star property
Fort Sanders, 1.6 km from Southside Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay for game day!"
United States
Sabrina
The price is P11,080
P13,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Graduate by Hilton Knoxville
A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

11. 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, (1,106 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Sandra
The price is P7,461
P8,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
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.

12. 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, (824 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 P7,222
P8,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

13. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was great as always!!"
United States
DAVID
The price is P6,673
P7,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large TV screen.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive
2.5 star property
Bearden, 8.2 km from Southside Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. The room is spacious and the breakfast is consistently delicious."
United States
Karlee
The price is P7,687
P9,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive
A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

15. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kristen
The price is P6,619
P7,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Comfort Suites Knoxville North
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a blue sofa with yellow cushions, and a table with chairs.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden
3.0 star property
Bearden, 7.8 km from Southside Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (684 reviews)
"Good location, close to restaurants"
United States
William
The price is P8,787
P10,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden
An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs arranged around a central fire feature.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville Papermill Drive

Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville Papermill Drive
3.0 star property
Bearden, 7.9 km from Southside Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Outside patio area is very nice. Staff very friendly. The whole place was spotless."
United States
Jim
The price is P7,954
P9,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville Papermill Drive
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

18. 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, (513 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast, waffles to die for."
United States
warren
The price is P7,994
P9,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest
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, (157 reviews)
"Reception staff was very helpful with questions I had!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is P7,235
P8,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall-mounted lamp.

20. Red Roof Inn Knoxville Central - Papermill Road

Red Roof Inn Knoxville Central - Papermill Road
2.0 star property
Papermill, 7.3 km from Southside Waterfront
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome hotel nice and clean staff nice guy"
United States
Douglas
The price is P4,647
P5,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Red Roof Inn Knoxville Central - Papermill Road
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Where to stay in Southside Waterfront

Find the best Southside Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and various buildings.

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Bijou Theater and Tennessee Theatre while you're in town.

A large brick building with a clock tower, flag, and flagpole.

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.

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 historic building with a red roof, a traffic light, and a spherical tower in the background.

Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Dead Horse Lake Golf Course or Bagwell Tennis Center.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place to stay. Comfortable and safe."
David 1-night trip
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West

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.