Situated between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee River, Knoxville is full of culture and history with Appalachian roots which you will find in the scenery along the Tennessee River. Among this city’s attractions are Blount Mansion and the East Tennessee History Center. In downtown Knoxville, you can visit Market Square and next to it, the Bijou and Tennessee theaters offer stage productions and musical acts.
A hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park awaits a short drive away, and the Muse Knoxville, Knoxville Children’s Theater and the Knoxville Zoo are all great spots for visitors with kids. If you’re wondering where to stay, there are plenty of amazing hotels and vacation rentals to accommodate you. Check out the best Airbnbs in Knoxville for your stay!
1. Magnolia House (from USD 64)
Set in a safe and quiet neighborhood which is central to all that Knoxville has to offer, the property is just a 10-15 minute drive from downtown and also 10 minutes from downtown Knoxville, the University and freeway. Surrounded by lush trees, it is a tranquil setting where you can relax on the balcony. The property is a bright and clean colonial home with contemporary furnishings, a private bath, King size bed and double vanity. If you are looking for great houses to rent in Knoxville, TN, Magnolia House is for you.
Magnolia House Room 1 master w/private ensuiteKnoxville, Tennessee, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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amazing room great breakfast with view over nice gardenwonderful breakfast and coffeeshe had a beautiful amenities and a lovely continental breakfastlynn made really good coffee each morning and put out breakfastthe heated lamp was wonderful getting out of the great massaging shower experienceCleanliness:
very clean spacious and beautifulthe room was spotless and beautifulthe place was incredibly cleanvery clean tastefully decorated with lots of personal thoughtful toucheseverything was very tastefully decorated and spotlessly cleanHost:
the host is amazinglynn is a wonderful hostthe perfect host for the perfect placelynn is a great hostand hosts you would be pleased to call your friendsRead more reviewsLocation:
a beautiful place secluded yet close to townclose to shopping entertainment and a short drive to the mountainsa beautiful location and homethe place is in a good locationwonderful hostess and excellent location
2. New studio close to downtown (from USD 125)
This single, studio-ish apartment in Knoxville, Tennessee, right behind the main house is close to downtown and only a mile (1.6 km) away from the University of Tennessee in a safe and beautiful neighborhood, close to restaurants in Knoxville.
Guests get a full kitchen with open concept living space and lofted queen fully-foam mattress and in the downstairs living area there is a 55 inch TV, fully controllable heat and air system as well as a convertible couch that turns into a full bed. Coffee is provided with an open fridge for anything you may want to bring! So head to this downtown studio during the time of festivals in Knoxville and watch the beauty of the city first hand.
New Studio! Foam Bed, Hot Tub, Close to Downtown!Knoxville, Tennessee, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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the mattress is extremely comfortable and having a full kitchen is nicethe loft ladder isn’t the easiest climb but the bed is very comfortable and the heat/ac is greatmarianna's place was perfect for a couple of nights in knoxville--interesting space comfy bed nice part of townCleanliness:
so clean and comfortablevery clean very spaciousvery clean nice homey placevery clean and very nice spacevery modern style and cleanHost:
gracious and friendly hoststhe hosts were very friendly and available if i had any questionsthey hosts were very nice to accommodate all our needsamazing place and even better ownersmarianna was an amazing host and was even willing to answer my questions late at nightRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is really cute and in the perfect locationexcellent location with plenty of shopping nearby and a short drive to the city centerthis spot is a great location - beautiful neighborhood and very close to downtown lovely riverwalkgreat neighborhood even walkablebeautiful space and close to everything
3. Convenient Convertible Cottage (from USD 70)
Located just a quick drive to Market Square, this pet-friendly Airbnb provides a great stay. Downtown is only about 8 minutes away and it is about 4 minutes from restaurants and local shopping (some of the best in Knoxville). This convertible cottage has a couch which converts to a queen sized bed and a king sized bed which converts to two twins. Guests get amenities like a full bath, micro kitchen, flat screen, and even snacks like Nutri-Grain bars and chocolate.
Convenient Convertible Cottage 7 min from DT + HWYKnoxville, Tennessee, United StatesAccommodates: 3
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a nice and cozy place with great amenitiesthe cottage is super nice with a very comfortable bedvery comfortable space that has just what you needthe cottage is a cozy welcoming little place in which one can spend a relaxing weekendthese space was very comfortable and check in/out was a breezeCleanliness:
nice clean big bedvery clean and very comfortablea very clean and comfortable placeit was very clean and cozyit was very clean and comfortableHost:
jonathan was a welcoming hosthosts were friendly and offered good recommendations of area restaurants & activitiesjonathan and melody are great hostsgreat hosts we had an amazing time staying herei’d recommend asking the host about it before bookingRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little place extremely close to downtownthe location was perfectgood location with easy walking distance to a range of restaurantsgreat place close to downtowngreat location greenway nearby for walking
4. UT Downtown Luxury Apartment (from USD 93)
This apartment is located in downtown Knoxville, in one of Knoxville’s most famous historic districts, around 30 minutes from the Smokey Mountain National Park. There’s an interesting balance between the vintage charm of the old building and the updated furnishings and features of this clean and well-restored home.
Set in a safe neighborhood, guests get cozy and soft sheets, a shower with a giant shower stall as well as a deck shared with another apartment that has a hot tub at this Airbnb in downtown Knoxville.
UT Downtown Luxury Monthly LeaseKnoxville, Tennessee, United StatesAccommodates: 3
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the hot tub was very relaxing and we had everything we needed from wi-fi to extra blanketssuper cozy; we enjoyed walking to local coffee shop k brew and our relatives house nearbybring your own coffee didn't use the hot tub because it's on shared deck(each apartment has designated times)beautiful place with loads of character bathroom was small but functional; all the other rooms were incredibly spaciousnatalie was easy to work with and the apartment was just as describedCleanliness:
very cleanit was clean spacious and comfortableclean comfortable place minutes from utvery roomy and clean placeit's clean cozy and cuteHost:
natalie is a great hostnatalie was a great hostnatalie is a great hosti highly recommend natalie as a hosteveryone is extremely friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to downtowngreat location for a knoxville tripperfect location from downtownneasy parking and central to most entertainment shopping and transportationgreat place the neighborhood is really cute and close to downtown
5. Apartment on Market Square
Situated right in the heart of downtown Knoxville on Historic Market Square close to art and culture, parks, the city center and more, the property is within walking distance of many restaurants, and the restaurant directly below the loft also has good food and a great vibe.
Guests get comfortable beds as well as a clean and cozy loft with a wonderful atmosphere. They also get a modern and well-decorated place with travel sized toiletries.
Downtown 204 on Art Alley w/Rooftop AccessKnoxville, Tennessee, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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dean’s properties are stylish and modern with great amenities and very comfortablehe is very responsive to inquiries and his apartment is stocked with every need and wantCleanliness:
very clean well appointed place and dean is very accessibledean is a fabulous host whose place is beautifully decorated modern and cleanthe loft was extremely clean and very comfortable with four adultsthe place was super clean and easy to check ineasy check in and check out the loft was clean and spaciousHost:
the host is wonderfulhost was overly accommodating very thoughtfulbest host that i have every worked withhis information on the front end was extremely helpfulvery helpful whenever we had any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatgreat place and great locationwe also loved the locationgreat location i stayed there for my wedding weekend and it was in walking distance to everythingexcellent place at a perfect location in the heart of knoxville
A great blend
A great blend of city sights and nature hikes, Knoxville has something for those that love culture and great scenery. It also features plenty of Asian restaurants and Mexican restaurants with amazing dining scenes. Check out these Airbnb places to stay in Knoxville.
Frequently asked questions about best Airbnbs in Knoxville, Tennessee
1. Which Airbnbs in Knoxville provide Wi-Fi?
Internet connection is usually an essential factor in booking accommodation anywhere in the world. The downtown loft above coffee shop and the cozy private room minutes from downtown are some of the Airbnbs in Knoxville that provide great Wi-Fi access.
2. Which Airbnbs in Knoxville have free parking on the premises?
Families or solo travelers who are accustomed to moving around in their cars always prefer accommodations that provide free parking on their premises. This lovely studio apartment in historic Knoxville provides excellent parking space for up to two cars.
3. Which Airbnbs in Knoxville offer breakfast?
Being the first meal of the day, breakfast is always an essential part of the human diet. Marble Hill Inn: The Maxwell Room is one such Airbnb vacation rental in Knoxville that provides guests with freshly made breakfast during their stay.
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