Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG is a hotel destination wedding venue in Knoxville, United States, hosting 1,000 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$19,000 (our estimate).

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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG is a restored urban hotel offering meeting and banquet space that holds up to 1,000 standing guests, making it a practical base for larger downtown celebrations.

Guests
1,000 standing
Venue website
Cost
About US$19,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Getting there
TYS · about 20 min by car
Aisle estimate

About Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG is a restored urban hotel offering meeting and banquet space that holds up to 1,000 standing guests, making it a practical base for larger downtown celebrations.

In-house catering handles the food and drink, on-site parking is available, and a pool gives visiting guests somewhere to unwind between events.

Thirteen room categories are available, from Standard King Rooms for two to One-Bedroom Suites and accessible options sleeping up to four, so wedding parties and out-of-town family can be housed under one roof.

Wedding services are offered directly by the hotel, with the sales team reachable by phone or email.

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My sister booked us this room (along with tickets to a show at the Thompson Boiling arena) and we had no idea what to expect. While traffic in Knoxville is on another level (give yourself plenty of time to get there!)

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Standing reception
1,000 guests

Staying over

Room types
13 listed

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$19,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$75 to US$150 per headAisle estimate

Getting there

Nearest airport
TYS, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Setting
Urban, restored, elegant

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Meeting and banquet space with capacity for up to 1,000 standing guests
  • In-house catering provided by the hotel
  • Restored hotel in an urban downtown Knoxville setting
  • 13 room types, including One-Bedroom Suites and mobility accessible rooms with roll-in showers

Costs and booking details

Getting there
TYS · about 20 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into TYS.

Direct line
(865) 522-2600

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

How many guests can the event space hold?+

The meeting and banquet space has a standing capacity of up to 1,000 guests.

Is catering provided by the venue?+

Yes, catering is handled in-house. We estimate a cost of around 55 to 115 USD per head, though the hotel can confirm current pricing.

Which airport should our guests fly into, and how far is it?+

The nearest airport is TYS (McGhee Tyson). We estimate a transfer time of around 20 minutes to the hotel.

Are there accessible guest rooms for our family members?+

Yes. Options include a Double Room with Two Double Beds (Disability Access), a Twin Room with mobility accessible roll-in shower, a King Room with mobility accessible tub and roll-in shower, and a Standard Room with 2 Double Beds (mobility, transfer shower).

How do we get in touch about a wedding?+

You can call +1 865-522-2600 or email sales@crowneknox.com. The hotel declares wedding services on its IHG hotel page.

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Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

Sources for individual venue facts
  • Standing reception: 1,000 guests

    “From boardrooms to ballrooms, with 15,670 sq ft and 10 versatile venues for up to 1,000 guests, we turn ordinary gatherings into extraordinary events.”
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  • Room types: 13 listed

    “Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed - Non-Smoking”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “From corporate meetings to special celebrations, we offer customizable menus crafted by our expert culinary team.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “We offer self-parking for $25 and valet parking for $35 daily/nightly.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Setting: Urban, restored, elegant

    “Just steps from Gay Street and a short walk to Market Square and Old City, Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University is the hotel in downtown Knoxville that puts you at the center of it all.”
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