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Top Knoxville LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Hilton Knoxville
3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave Knoxville TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$162 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$162
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,901 reviews)
Really nice staff! Clean rooms and a great restaurant plus a Starbucks on site!

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
3 out of 5
209 Advantage Place Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$219 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$219
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,256 reviews)
Excellent in every aspect. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly and responded to any issue, and the breakfast was amazing!

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Graduate by Hilton Knoxville
4 out of 5
1706 Cumberland Ave Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$239 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$239
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The gym was a little lacking but decent for a down town hotel. King rooms are a bit small

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr Knoxville TN
Fully refundable
The price is AU$195 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$195
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Staff were very helpful.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Knoxville West-Cedar Bluff
2.5 out of 5
208 Market Pl Blvd Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$115 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$115
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
This was one of the dirtiest hotel rooms I have ever been given. The bathtub had what appeared to be human waste and hair in it, the toilet seat had urine on it, bugs were inside the light fixture, and the room clearly had not been cleaned. We also paid for a Premium Room upgrade that advertised ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
3 out of 5
1317 Kirby Rd Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$192 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$192
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,120 reviews)
Staff was great! But the WiFi went out during an important business meeting.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
3 out of 5
5634 Merchants Center Blvd. Knoxville TN
Fully refundable
The price is AU$169 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$169
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Parking was easy. Check in was okay. Rooms and beds are comfortable. AC was a little intense when on. Sink is in entry, seperate from bathroom. Hallway carpet needs replacing. Breakfast is available for $7.95 each. It was decent. Overall I would stay again for a short overnight while traveling.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Hampton Inn Knoxville-West At Cedar Bluff
2.5 out of 5
9128 Executive Park Dr Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$190 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$190
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Staff was very nice. Great clean place to stay! Breakfast was good as well.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG
3.5 out of 5
9134 Executive Park Drive Knoxville TN
Fully refundable
The price is AU$167 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$167
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
This property is “dog friendly”, which equaled no sleep all night for our family due to the two dogs in the room next to us and one across the hall barking excessively almost all night and upstairs neighbors who thought stomping would somehow help the situation. The beds were very uncomfortable and ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown
2.5 out of 5
618 West Main St Knoxville TN
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The price is AU$197 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$197
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
very nice night shift desk employee, breakfast really good, and room clean

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Knoxville


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Knoxville?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Knoxville, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Knoxville like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Knoxville depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Knoxville gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Knoxville. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Knoxville fully refundable?


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