Located just minutes from the University of Tennessee, the friendly Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville/University hotel boasts an ideal location in the heart of Knoxville's business, medical and entertainment districts and is only 15 minutes from Knoxville's McGhee-Tyson Airport. Enjoy easy access to many Knoxville attractions, including bustling Cumberland Avenue Strip, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, the tranquil Fort Sanders Historic District and Knoxville Civic Coliseum. The iconic Great Smoky Mountains are only 19 miles from our friendly Knoxville hotel.Relax in your inviting guest room and enjoy a great range of amenities. Check emails with complimentary WiFi at the ergonomic desk and watch movies on the 32-inch LCD TV. Buy snacks and drinks in the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry®, to heat up in the microwave or store in the mini-refrigerator. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning of your stay, before a busy day exploring Knoxville. Stay connected in the complimentary, 24-hour business center or hold a meeting or celebration at our hotel with 2,000 sq.ft. of flexible meeting space and a dedicated team of staff, who will be happy to help ensure your event is a success. Work out in the complimentary 24-hour fitness center or swim in the indoor pool at the nearby Knoxville YMCA Downtown. Meet with friends old and new to enjoy drinks around the fire pit in the hotel's outdoor seating area and savor tasty American classics in the Garden Grille Restaurant and Bar.