OYO HOTEL KNOXVILLE TN CEDAR BLUFF I-40, Knoxville

This hotel sits on Cedar Bluff Road near I-40, placing major Knoxville destinations within a short drive. The University of Tennessee campus, Thompson-Boling Arena, and Neyland Stadium are minutes away, making the location practical for game-day weekends and university events. The Knoxville Zoo, Convention Center, and Museum of Art are also nearby. More than a dozen restaurants - including Wendy's, Cracker Barrel, and Waffle House - are within 2 km, and the adjacent Falls Banquet & Conference Center offers 500 m² of meeting space. Accessing the property by car is straightforward, and free on-site parking is available without a reservation. The immediate area is more car-dependent; public transport options are limited, and sidewalks are not continuous in all directions. Post-event or late-night, the parking lot can attract non-guest activity, so secure your vehicle and avoid leaving valuables visible.

All rooms include air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a spacious work desk, ironing facilities, and a Serta Perfect Sleeper bed. Select oversized suites are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and sofa sleeper for added convenience. The property is non-smoking throughout, and some rooms have been partially updated as part of ongoing renovations. Rooms in older sections may show wear - stained carpets, outdated fixtures, and older air conditioning units that can be noisy and less effective. Windows in some rooms are cracked or do not lock securely, and peepholes may be missing or damaged. Rooms with exterior-facing walls and ground-floor units tend to be noisier from hallway traffic and the parking lot. There is no elevator, and stair railings can be unsteady. For a more consistent condition, request a room in a section that has been recently refreshed.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation and can accommodate most vehicles. The 24-hour front desk can assist with check-in, luggage storage before or after check-in, and late check-out requests (subject to availability and potential charges). Daily housekeeping is provided; room service is available through a vending machine for drinks and snacks. Laundry facilities are on the property, and valet cleaning can be requested. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms. Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per stay. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible rooms and facilities for disabled guests. There is no restaurant on site, no airport shuttle, and no spa or wellness centre.

The hotel does not have a restaurant. A vending machine in the lobby provides drinks and packaged snacks. Breakfast options are not available on site, so guests should plan to eat out. The surrounding area is well-served: Wendy's, Starbucks, Papa John's Pizza, and Cracker Barrel are within 0.5 km (about a five-minute walk or shorter drive). Gibby's Dining & Drinks and Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que are about 2 km away. More than a dozen restaurants are within 2 km of the hotel, covering fast food, casual dining, and sit-down options. For longer stays or self-catering, oversized suites include a microwave and refrigerator, and nearby retailers offer grocery shopping.

The wellness and leisure facilities on site are effectively non-operational. The indoor water park and swimming pool have been permanently closed for an extended period and are used for storage. There is no spa, no fitness centre, no hot tub, and no jacuzzi rooms. For leisure activities, the Zuma Fun Center nearby offers miniature golf, go-karts, bumper boats, and an arcade. The property's leisure value is limited to its low nightly rate and the nearby attractions around Knoxville, such as the Zoo, museums, and university sporting events.