The Oliver Hotel is tucked in a charming 1876 building that has been lovingly renovated and is Knoxville’s downtown gem. The 28-room boutique hotel honors Knoxville’s cherished traditions while paving the way for new experiences that sparkle with originality and elegance. The Oliver Hotel’s downtown location makes for an easy walk to explore all of Knoxville’s historic sites. Or guests can hop on one of the hotel’s bikes and tour the city.
Many customers praised the friendly and accommodating staff, highlighting specific individuals who went above and beyond to enhance their experience.
Location
The hotel is frequently noted for its prime location in downtown Knoxville, making it convenient for guests to access restaurants, shops, and entertainment.
Room Quality
While some guests loved the room decor and comfort, others reported issues with cleanliness and maintenance, indicating inconsistency in room quality.
Dining Experience
The on-site restaurants and speakeasy received positive feedback for their food and ambiance, although some guests found prices to be high.
Noise Levels
Several reviews mentioned noise disturbances from the street and other guests, impacting the overall comfort of the stay.
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David Ng
Dec 2, 2025
5.0
The place is a fabulous hotel with excellent staff especially AJ, the hotel manager. He was extremely helpful and professional. The Room I had was a suite that was fantastic.large and clean.with a lot of extras.
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Tambra York
Oct 19, 2025
5.0
I visited a friend as she checked in, the rooms are beautiful.
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Scott K
Sep 26, 2025
1.0
They treat their vendors like they are less than people.
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Roman Bediner
Sep 24, 2025
5.0
Went to the bar here (speak easy)... Ask for location. Tiny, busy, pricey, but worth it if it's your jam.
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Marsha Lawson
Aug 7, 2025
5.0
My husband and I are locals and decided to treat ourselves for our anniversary with an overnight stay downtown. The hotel staff was very welcoming. We loved our room! The King suite was quite spacious and decorated tastefully. The location is great due to the proximity to so many great restaurants and entertainment. We enjoyed the evening stroll down Gay Street and around Market Square. The hotel kindly comped us a couple drinks at the Peter Kern library, so we visited there as well. It has a cool vibe in there and a great ambiance. I would definitely recommend The Oliver to anyone looking for a nice place to stay in Knoxville.