Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Knoxville with fitness centre and seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Property amenity
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Exterior
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

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5634 Merchants Center Blvd., Knoxville, TN, 37912
  • Place, Knoxville Expo Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Neyland Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Knoxville

At Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG, you'll be 8.7 km (5.4 mi) from University of Tennessee and 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Neyland Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Bull and Barrel, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. 1076 square feet (100 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Inskip hotel include Knoxville Convention Center and Turkey Creek Shopping Center.

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Expo Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 6 min drive - 9.2 km
  • University of Tennessee - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Knoxville Zoo - 10 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Austin's Steak & Homestyle Buffet - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Inn - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Hotel in Knoxville with fitness centre and seasonal outdoor pool
Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Knoxville hotel is smoke free.

  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG offers 122 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Knoxville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 4.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bull and Barrel

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 105.00 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 4.99 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD105.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within the same county as the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same county as the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 21 May and close on 10 September.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG on 17 Nov 2025 start from AU$198.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May 21 to September 10.

What makes Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG.

Is Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is on offer weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 635 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was not entirely clean, there being coffee spills on the wall next to the toillet paper roll in the bathroom which could have easily been washed off. The bed was really comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cody

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. Check-in, check -out, and food staff. We got one free voucher for the buffet breakfast which had a decent variety. Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice. Bar/kitchen staff were friendly and exceedingly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Great service. Niceroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly, the rooms were huge and very clean, and the convenience of the restaurant and bar on site was exactly what I needed after a long day of driving.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean room, well laid out, restaurant is limited, but the food is good and very well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel, poor location so close to interstate

Wonderful stay. A few positives were the cleanliness, modern look and wonderful breakfast. A few negatives were the black out curtains didn’t cover the entire window and the parking lot lights were bright and the interstate noise was loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vernon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was pretty clean. Shower dripped so a little old looking. Bedding was comfortable. The pool was excellent. After 5 pm you could order drinks from the bar with a phone by the pool. The staff was incredible! Everyone included from the front desk staff, to the bar staff, and even the maintenance staff (which we just had a passerby conversation with). The food was incredible! The breakfast cost $5 a day and was well worth it!! We also ate dinner in the hotel lobby, and it was delicious! The location is the only con to this hotel. Not really close to downtown or within walking distance to any restaurants or attractions. Neighborhood seemed a little rundown. Due to the service and all the other positives, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria C

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

WonJae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison c st

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and well-kept, The area around seemed a little run down
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Mehhhhhhh

It is an average hotel with comparitively above average pricing. The lobby of the building appears to have some updating but the rest of the hotel reads dated. The pool does not open until ten where many offer 8AM or even 6AM opening. The staff were all friendly and competent. So generally average to here but let's talk about breakfast. You have to pay an additional fee for breakfast - which we paid. Less expensive hotels offer similar and better breakfest incuded. The food was mediocre with what appeared to be real bacon the high point. Mediocre is the norm I believe in buffet hotel breakfast but the zinger here is they offer you a "check" with an opportunity to tip after you serve breakfast to yourself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, the atmosphere and the overall experience was nice ! We will stay here again when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the last lef of an eight day trip for us, and the intent was to visit Dollywood. The staff here was great... from check in, to housekeeping and the bar/breakfast staff. This hotel was very clean and the room nice. I would come here again in a heartbeat! Good job!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The fifth floor smelled like cat urine when we exited the elevator. When we got to our room, the door was ajar. I kept my boys outside and went in. Thankfully, no one was in the room. The door jam appeared to have been tampered with at some point. I needed to use the bathroom and noticed a very soiled towel hanging on the back of the door. I called the front desk. She was polite but not very responsive. She told me she couldn’t change my room because they were booked and, eventually, asked if I wanted her to come get the towel. Please!! She came up to get the towel and said she’d leave a message for the day shift manager. Didn’t bother to clean the back of the door or to check the rest of the room. Later, as we’re getting ready for bed, my oldest son found a dirty, plastic fork on the floor between the head of his bed and the nightstand. It was too late to change hotels as all others close by were booked. This experience definitely wasn’t up to the usual high standards we’ve experienced at IHG hotels over the years. So disappointed and definitely not worth $165 a night. Not surprisingly, I never heard from the manager.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025