Quality Inn Merchants Drive, Knoxville

Quality Inn Merchants Drive - A pet-friendly North Knoxville hotel with business facilities and outdoor pool

Located in North Knoxville's historic district, this 2-star Knoxville hotel features 128 air-conditioned rooms accessible via exterior corridors. Quality Inn Merchants Drive provides rooms equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, flat-screen plasma TVs, and premium bedding. The property includes a seasonal outdoor pool, sundeck, and 1300 square feet of meeting space with free computers and business services. Guests receive a complimentary hot breakfast featuring eggs, waffles, and pancakes. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, 24-hour front desk, on-site laundry, and free WiFi throughout. The Quality Inn stands 6 miles from the University of Tennessee and minutes from historic Market Square's dining and entertainment district. Nearby attractions include Thompson-Boling Arena, Neyland Stadium, and multiple dining options within walking distance, including El Chico (0.5 miles), Applebee's (0.5 miles), and Red Lobster (0.5 miles).

Pros

Located in a historic neighborhood with Queen Anne and Craftsman mansions

Within 30 minutes of Dollywood theme park and Splash Country water park

Surrounded by diverse dining options from Southern eateries to hip brewpubs

Close to multiple attractions including Max Air Trampoline Park (3 miles) and Fountain City Art Center (2.5 miles)

Cons

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about an hour away

Pool operates seasonally only