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A modern bar area with a central bar, seating, and large windows offering a sunset view.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a grey sofa set, white side tables, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

A rooftop pool area with seating and a bar, overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

A modern lounge area with a curved blue leather sofa, a central bar, and large windows offering a city view.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 1.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Paige

Rp3.687.178

Rp4.360.089 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern indoor pool area with clear views through large windows, a pool with a dark edge, and sunlit lounge chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel with a covered parking area, a van, and a sign reading "La Quinta".

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport

16.1 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Ami

Rp1.352.620

Rp1.606.237 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a black counter, a reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a chair.

A swimming pool with a white fence, a white chair, and a building in the background.

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.4 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Franklin L.

Rp1.164.548

Rp1.377.078 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A Red Roof Inn lobby with stone wall, leather chairs, and a small table.

A building with a large parking lot and a covered area with a sign that reads 'CLEAR'.

A conference room with a whiteboard, tables, chairs, and patterned carpet.

4. Red Roof Inn Knoxville Central - Papermill Road

Papermill, 6.7 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Douglas

Rp1.305.332

Rp1.543.499 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a colorful chair.

A laundry room with four washers and dryers, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

East Knoxville, 10 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Jaye

Rp976.765

Rp1.154.969 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a gift shop sign.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows offering views of greenery. There are lounge chairs and potted plants around the pool area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

6. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Emanuel

Rp1.270.048

Rp1.501.832 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A snack kiosk with a variety of chips and snacks, a sign for 'eat. & sip. 2477 MARKET', and a 'CHECK OUT OUR LOCAL ITEMS' sign.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a hanging chair by a large window.

A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, a red ottoman, and a blue armchair. There are multiple tables and a bar area in the background.

A modern hotel building with a blue and gray facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

7. Tru by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

16.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Katherin

Rp1.719.813

Rp2.042.279 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

A snack display with various packaged treats and a sign indicating the section.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a television mounted on the wall, and a potted plant on the table.

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

Inskip, 8.2 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

David

Rp1.935.327

Rp2.288.524 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a selection of cereals, and a variety of breakfast items.

A Best Western hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk area.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and large windows.

9. Best Western Knoxville Airport/Alcoa

16.1 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Serina

Rp1.287.513

Rp1.528.921 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A courtyard with a fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs, a brick patio, and a building with large windows and a flat roof.

A modern bistro with a counter, menu boards, and seating area.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, armchairs, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a metal ladder, and a glass door leading outside.

10. Courtyard Knoxville Airport Alcoa

16.5 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Ashley

Rp1.968.847

Rp2.338.005 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a TV.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, a car parked in the driveway, and a clear sky in the background.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 6.6 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Billy

Rp2.149.766

Rp2.542.098 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A spa area with a hot tub, a dining table, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a microwave, a refrigerator, and artwork on the wall.

12. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

13 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Jimmy

Rp1.968.847

Rp2.249.408 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance and a landscaped area with shrubs and a tree.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a jar of oatmeal, condiments, and a bowl of fruit.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alcoa (Knoxville Airport) by IHG

19.3 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Robert

Rp1.863.367

Rp2.212.748 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a green sofa, a desk with a computer, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a lamp.

A Red Roof Inn & Suites with a large sign, multiple parking spaces, and a well-lit building.

A vending machine with various snacks and drinks, including Coca-Cola and Doritos.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a green sofa, and a wall-mounted picture.

14. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 14.6 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Dawson

Rp1.080.846

Rp1.234.867 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Quality Inn' sign, a green entrance, and a well-maintained driveway.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a wooden ladder and a small stool near the counter.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a patterned wall.

15. Quality Inn Alcoa Knoxville

19.5 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Cileny

Rp1.352.444

Rp1.606.028 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a car parked inside, and a well-lit building facade.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and various appliances.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a green sofa, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, and two framed pictures on the walls.

16. Best Western Plus Knoxville Cedar Bluff

Knoxville West, 16.1 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Patti

Rp1.574.549

Rp1.861.904 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages, a microwave, and a refrigerator with shelves of drinks and snacks.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, green carpet, and a wheelchair-accessible desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, wall art, and a telephone.

17. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Ashley

Rp1.504.510

Rp1.779.083 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel dining area with a long table, chairs, and a patterned rug.

A gym with exercise equipment, including a bench, dumbbells, and exercise balls.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wooden cabinet, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining table, and a bar.

18. Hampton Inn Knoxville - Airport

15.7 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Lezlee

Rp1.576.842

Rp1.872.499 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a wooden table with a vase of sticks, a mirror, and a vending machine with a sign.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a marble counter, a flower design, and a 'Live Like Home' sign.

19. MainStay Suites Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.8 km from Thompson–Boling Arena

Lindsey

Rp1.495.643

Rp1.768.597 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Top Thompson–Boling Arena Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We had a"

Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is super cute, right next to the uni. The staff was so friendly, the drinks were good. room was soooo adorable. the only down side was that you could hear everything going on in the hallway, and the AC was a little loud but otherwise very quaint room."

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding property. Staff were great, very nice surroundings. Visitors should know that there is no free parking…valet service only."

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was good overall!"

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A football stadium filled with spectators, a marching band, and a football field.

Neyland Stadium

9.0/10 (836 reviews)

Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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

University of Tennessee

9.0/10 (2,704 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

You can spend time exploring the galleries in McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Lindsey Nelson Stadium

Catch an event at Lindsey Nelson Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Ewing Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ewing Gallery during your travels in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Clarence Brown Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Clarence Brown Theatre on your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Goodfriend Tennis Center

Catch an event at Goodfriend Tennis Center during your trip to Knoxville. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

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High Ground Park

You can take time to visit High Ground Park during your travels to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Thompson–Boling Arena?

Thompson–Boling Arena is located in an area of Knoxville known for its bar scene, sporting events and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 60 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Thompson–Boling Arena?

Hilton Knoxville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Thompson–Boling Arena. Other good options within a short distance include THE TENNESSEAN Hotel and Marriott Knoxville Downtown.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Thompson–Boling Arena?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Thompson–Boling Arena.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Thompson–Boling Arena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Thompson–Boling Arena.

What can I see and do near Thompson–Boling Arena?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture, Knoxville Museum of Art or Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Bijou Theater, Tennessee Theatre and Historic Southern Railway Station are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can enjoy live performances at Clarence Brown Theatre and Knoxville Children's Theatre.

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Our top choices for Thompson–Boling Arena hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

4. Red Roof Inn Knoxville Central - Papermill Road

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

6. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

7. Tru by Hilton Alcoa Knoxville Airport

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

9. Best Western Knoxville Airport/Alcoa

10. Courtyard Knoxville Airport Alcoa

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

12. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alcoa (Knoxville Airport) by IHG

14. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

15. Quality Inn Alcoa Knoxville

16. Best Western Plus Knoxville Cedar Bluff

17. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

18. Hampton Inn Knoxville - Airport

19. MainStay Suites Knoxville North I-75

Top Thompson–Boling Arena Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Other attractions near Thompson–Boling Arena

Neyland Stadium

University of Tennessee

McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture

Lindsey Nelson Stadium

Ewing Gallery

Clarence Brown Theatre

Goodfriend Tennis Center

High Ground Park

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