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Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1767)
"Great hotel in a great location. Would definitely stay there again "
United States
Wayne
$106 nightly
The price is $125
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Knoxville
Indoor pool
The Ramsey Hotel and Convention Center Pigeon Forge

The Ramsey Hotel and Convention Center Pigeon Forge

The Ramsey Hotel and Convention Center Pigeon Forge
3.0 star property
Downtown Pigeon Forge
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1340)
"Clean and spacious rooms, big breakfast and great location!"
United States
Karman
$89 nightly
The price is $99
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Ramsey Hotel and Convention Center Pigeon Forge
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Glenstone Lodge

Glenstone Lodge

Glenstone Lodge
3.5 star property
Gatlinburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2467)
"Really nice room very clean and had everything we needed...pool was amazing...staff was super friendly...I'd definitely book this hotel again"
United States
Tess
$86 nightly
The price is $98
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Glenstone Lodge
View from property
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
3.5 star property
Downtown Pigeon Forge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2366)
"Great weekend getaway. The Resort was very clean and the staff was kind and courteous. "
United States
William
$107 nightly
The price is $120
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Terrace/patio
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
3.0 star property
Pigeon Forge
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1855)
"Great breakfast great service very clean rooms."
United States
Thomas
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
Interior entrance
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown Knoxville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Courteous staff, nice rooms. "
United States
Saro
$96 nightly
The price is $114
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Water park
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
3.5 star property
Sevierville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2922)
"The room was great an the staff was awesome very helpful family really enjoyed the stay "
United States
Ricardo
$141 nightly
The price is $159
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
3.0 star property
Downtown Gatlinburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2532)
"Room is very good, and clean and staff is very friendly"
United States
Arun
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Margaritaville Island Inn

Margaritaville Island Inn

Margaritaville Island Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Pigeon Forge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1971)
"Nice staff, clean rooms, excellent location, fair price."
United States
Dannier
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Island Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
3.0 star property
Gatlinburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Love this hotel , "
United States
Lindsay
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
Terrace/patio
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
3.0 star property
Hamilton Place
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Rooms and staff are super nice, convenient location"
United States
Ashley
$69 nightly
The price is $81
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge

Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge

Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
3.0 star property
Pigeon Forge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"The staff was very nice, the room was clean, and the breakfast was delicious! "
United States
Lorie
$57 nightly
The price is $64
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
3.5 star property
Gatlinburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (578)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Anurag Madanlal
$111 nightly
The price is $125
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG

Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG

Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG
3.5 star property
Cedar Bluff
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Enjoyed our stay while seeing a game!"
United States
Casey
$88 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Knoxville West- Cedar Bluff Rd by IHG
Exterior
The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
Governor’s Crossing
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The Inn was a excellent place to stay, felt safe and rooms were very clean and fresh. The breakfast was very good, staff was friendly and helpful and check in a breeze"
United States
linda
$80 nightly
The price is $91
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Inn at Apple Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga-Hamilton Place

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga-Hamilton Place

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga-Hamilton Place
3.0 star property
Hamilton Place
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"People were really nice "
United States
Milly
$77 nightly
The price is $91
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga-Hamilton Place
Lobby sitting area
Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge
3.0 star property
Gatlinburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2152)
"We had a great stay staff was wonderful will be going back again"
United States
Serena
$53 nightly
The price is $59
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Brookside Lodge
Lobby
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
3.0 star property
Knoxville West
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1242)
"Rooms are always exceptionally clean and staff are great!"
United States
Cynthia
$102 nightly
The price is $121
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
3.0 star property
East Knoxville
6.8 out of 10, (1105)
"Good hotel"
United States
Jonathan
$59 nightly
The price is $69
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland TN

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland TN

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland TN
3.0 star property
Cleveland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Just love this place, always a pleasure to stay here"
United States
James
$90 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland TN
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The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
$102 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$119 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,301 reviews)
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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. Great staff. Great food. Great amenities. "
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Compass Hotel by Margaritaville

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Three Star Hotel Guide for East Tennessee

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in East Tennessee, Tennessee are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in East Tennessee, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in East Tennessee for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in East Tennessee near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the East Tennessee 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in East Tennessee?
According to feedback from travelers, The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels is among the best 3-star hotels in Chattanooga, East Tennessee. It features individually decorated rooms and a Tempur-Pedic mattress, and is around 0.2 mi southeast of the center. Guests also give top marks to Hotel Clemons, about 0.2 mi northwest of downtown. Hypo-allergenic bedding and individually decorated rooms help make it a sought-after base here.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in East Tennessee?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in East Tennessee?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in East Tennessee will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally lower priced and provide the amenities and services you need for your comfort, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, premium toiletries and extras like spa and wellness centers.