See all properties

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Knoxville

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Lobby

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
5334 Central Avenue Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37912
  • Knoxville Expo Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • University of Tennessee
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Neyland Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sofa)

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sofa)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 528 reviews
The price is $150
$127 nightly
$150 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Marriott Knoxville Downtown

About the neighborhood

Knoxville

City center stay.With a stay at this Inskip hotel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Knoxville Expo Center and 6 miles (10 km) of University of Tennessee. Bounce USA and Victor Ashe Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • University of Tennessee - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Neyland Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Knoxville Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hexagon Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Austin's Steak & Homestyle Buffet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Inn - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Knoxville
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Knoxville hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive offers 91 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 39-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Knoxville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Lobby

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville North

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.5 out of 5, Good, 285 reviews
$60 nightly
The price is $71
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total includes taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville North

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat (18 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (34 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Relax Inn Knoxville
Relax Knoxville
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North Merchants Drive Motel
Red Roof Inn Merchants Drive Motel
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North Merchants Drive
Red Roof Inn Merchants Drive
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North Merchants Drive
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive Hotel
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive Knoxville
Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive Hotel Knoxville

Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive to the airport?

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive is 17.1 mi (22-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive on Jun 27, 2025 start from $68.99, 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.

Does Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive.

Does Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive offer free breakfast?

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive have a pool?

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive to downtown Knoxville?

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive is 4.5 mi away from Knoxville.

Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 195 out of 1003 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toliet would not flush we stayed 2 days and called to have it fixed but after 1 flush tore up again. Door would shut because lock was broke they left a screw to jimmy lock the door. I felt very unsafe
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hope

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfreeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Olga, mechanicsburg

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, i have a very mixed feelings about this hotel. I do travel a lot and stayed at different hotels, but this one was different. First of all i could not check in in a lobby, it wasn't late at all maybe 5 min before 9. Second of all had to talk through small window with no microphone, third of all had to pay $100 secure refundable deposit wich i wasn't aware of. Room was ok , but towel and sheet had pubic hair on it (very disgusting) Please don't relay on breakfast, it looked more like breakfast for homeless (shelter like) Before i checked out , front desk person had to go physically and check our room before releasing our deposit. Will i stay again here? NEVER!!! As i said it was very weird stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Yaileen

Traveled with partner
Deteriorated rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marlena

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Wilson

Traveled with family and small children
You get what you pay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marlena

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Russell, Caldwell

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a budget motel (i.e. primarily for comfortable sleep and bathing) so this review is about cleanliness, safety, hospitality and since breakfast was offered...breakfast. -Cleanliness The check-in area was tidy. We reserved 2 rooms and both had a red dirty film on the floors (click flooring which can be tricky to mop) which I'm guessing is from trying to clean up after muddy boots since there were red clumps of dirt outside. The sheets and linens (after thorough inspection) were clean but thread barren. Black mold was starting above the shower in one room. Safety The surrounding area was run down but I didn't feel like I was imminent danger of being mugged. Hospitality Staff was average in this department. The morning desk person who was handling breakfast was definitely not energetic but no one was rude. Breakfast Even for a budget place this breakfast below average (3 out of 5 for me is cereal, oats, waffle maker, juice, coffee, tea). 2 types of cereal from tower dispensers and that was it. If I was to stay in this area again, it would not be here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty, smelly, stained sheets,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024