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Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers gather near the University of Tennessee, enjoying good food and a cozy setting perfect for connection or relaxation.

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Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive offers a welcoming atmosphere with practical amenities. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, work out at the gym, or relax by the seasonal outdoor pool. The attentive staff consistently impresses with helpful service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩165,346
₩195,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Shower)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Inskip, a neighborhood in Knoxville, Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG is in the entertainment district and near theme parks. Sunsphere Tower and East Tennessee Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bounce USA and World's Fair Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena. Visit our Knoxville travel guide
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5634 Merchants Center Blvd., Knoxville, TN, 37912

What's nearby

  • The Hill at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee.
    University of Tennessee
    6 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Tennessee football in Neyland stadium is a great way to spend a fall Saturday! Be sure to go early to go for a walk down Cumberland Ave and visit the bookstore before the game. There is a live radio call-in show (Volcalls) outside the stadium before the game. Its worth a visit too.
    Neyland Stadium
    7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Come check out the Lady Volunteers play some basketball (:
    Thompson–Boling Arena
    7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Knoxville Expo Center
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center
    5 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Cracker Barrel
    15 min walk
  • Austin's Steak & Homestyle Buffet
    14 min walk
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Hotel near University of Tennessee
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG. The on-site restaurant, Bull and Barrel, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 122 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7.45 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 55.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7.45 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 55.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 21 to September 10
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of Jan 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG on Feb 1, 2026 start from ₩165,346, excluding 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 Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 55.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG located?

Located in Inskip, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Knoxville Expo Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Tennessee and Victor Ashe Dog Park. Knoxville Children's Theatre and Bounce USA are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, good room, good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff. Dinner was excellent especially cooks salad dressing on our salad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast nice staff clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, well light parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms are very Confi and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and staff was amazing. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This holiday inn was far superior to the holiday inn Express's I'm use to. Fantastic room, quiet, clean and updated. The staff was very professional and friendly. The breakfast was a fantastic deal. On our way back from our vacation we will be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super nice and helpful! From housekeeping to front desk. And it was very clean!! I’d come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great bartender Peter! Staff are very friendly. Room was clean. Great breakfast for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very well kept, nice bar/lounge downstairs with very good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bar area with food options and good happy hour. Hotel was clean and nice staff. The surrounding city area was not the best but the area where the hotel was seemed safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We chose this hotel because it was right off the freeway. The fact they had plenty of options for dinner at their restaurant and it was really good, was a pleasant surprise. Room were clean, breakfast was better than most
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nice. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking lot was well lit and safe. Breakfast $4.99 but very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was right off the hey. Staff was nice. Breakfast was not free if you did not included it in room choice. But it only costed$5 per person. The food was fresh and the dining area staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, very clean. Staff friendly and courteous. Nearby restaurants were convenient for delivery. Will likely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Like the sink area separate from the toilet/shower. Bed was high. Breakfast was better than average but you pay extra for it. Was good for our short stay with our dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Cathy

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

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, felt safe there, in walking distance of good restaurants and close proximity to the venue we were visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025