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Red Roof Inn Knoxville North - Merchants Drive

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Knoxville

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
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Free daily continental breakfast
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Front of property

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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5334 Central Avenue Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37912
  • Place, Knoxville Expo Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Thompson–Boling Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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 - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 5 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • University of Tennessee - 6 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Neyland Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 7 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Austin's Steak & Homestyle Buffet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

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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.

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

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 198 out of 1002 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jason D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only minutes from downtown and UT. Also convenient to all major thoroughfares in and around Knoxville.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The picture on the wall had paint on the frame. The pillows were uncomfortable. I asked the desk clerk for more pillows and none were brought to our room. We had to get our room keys reactivated three times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

tian

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This red roof inn has wifi problem during my visit. Wifi connection is essential to my work on the go, I first thought it was room location related, I went to front desk and switched a room, wifi was still not working. The chair in the room has lether skin falling apart, bath tub switch was not working. One the bedsheet had ink marks and some red marks on it. I would say go for another hotel that is marked 10 dollars more for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katrina

Disliked: Staff & service
Reserved room online, pre-paid for entire stay. Called ahead of time bc we were gonna be past the check in time and let them know when we was going to be there. They said it was no problem and said they left a note. Got there to check in, they had no available rooms even though we prepaid. Had to give us a king size one bed room when we reserved 2 queen beds. Staff was very rude about it as well and not at all apologetic. Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We ended up not sleeping there become the room was smelly damp and moldy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1. They sold are room. Did not honor reservation. They did let me wait for an hour while they cleaned a room and demanded cash payment. 2. Everything in this hotel is shop worn and worn out. It is am embarrassment to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, brand new bathroom, staff was very attentive. Great option for the price especially on game day weekend. Short uber ride to UTK and the hotel was offering complimentary uber rides on game day, a very nice touch. Overall this is a great option when you just need a place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calixto Javier

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything it works fine. The room is very clean. Excellent staff. Check in was very quick. The front desk staff was very professional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo esta muy bien exelente atencion solo una cosita pienso que el filtro del aire necesita cambiarlo el de esa habitacion por lo demas todo exelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs updating

This place was priced right. But it needs an extensive renovation. It wasnt clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rina

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Caterina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025