Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotels
Tribute Portfolio
9.3 (82 reviews)
428 South Gay Street , Knoxville , us

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Pleasant staff
Charming room
Cons:
Noise from neighboring room
Delayed breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Room was charming, but noise issues suggest inconsistency in cleanliness.
Service
9.55
Staff were very pleasant.
Location
9.55
Location was not directly mentioned, but the context suggests standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.55
Room was charming.
Amenities
9.55
Amenities not explicitly mentioned, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.55
Value for money not discussed, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.55
Breakfast did not start until 10 am, indicating a lack of timely food service.
Overall Experience
9.55
Overall experience impacted by noise, but positive aspects were highlighted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:39

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Step into a world of luxury at Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown. Our 5-star property offers beautifully appointed non-smoking rooms with top-notch amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location
Situated just steps away from popular attractions like East Tennessee History Center and Market Square, our hotel provides easy access to the city center and key landmarks.

Exceptional Services
Indulge in impeccable service with our 24-hour front desk and concierge assistance. Enjoy delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, or take advantage of our free WiFi.

Ready to experience the pinnacle of hospitality? Book your stay at Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, today!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 82 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 9.55
Value for Money: 9.55
Food and Beverage: 8.55
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Crystal
10
Nice place
Pros:

This is a very cute hotel. I love that they used and maintained the older aspects of the building. These types of hotels are my favorite.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Stephanie partner
6
Pros:

The person next door got on a conference call before 8 am and might as well have been sitting in our room. Unfortunately breakfast did not start until 10 am. Room was charming, staff were very pleasant but the would not necessarily stay there again,

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Connie young couple us
7
The property is absolutely stunning.i loved the decor so much and the exposed brick and history was great That said, De
Pros:

Absolutely gorgeous.

Cons:

They don’t clean your room - was there Thursday - Sunday!

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
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Christopher solo traveller us
1
Hourly motel masquerading as French chic.
Pros:

I liked the breakfast they once brought up the floor, but it appears Marriott has done some cost cutting as this is no longer provided. When I was told “breakfast is now downstairs starting at 10”, I was expecting to find coffee and pastries. Instead, they seated me at the restaurant as if I’d walked in off the street.

Cons:

Horrible soundproofing. You can hear EVERYTHING the adjoining rooms are up to. Cannot recommend unless you’re an exhibitionist or a voyeur.

2025-04-26 via Nuitee
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Jeremy
10
Beautiful rooms
Pros:

One of the best rooms I’ve had in Knoxville. Convenient location. Rooms were quiet. Comfortable beds. Staff/service were average. Weren’t rude, just not friendly or welcoming per se.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee
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Bob review category business travellers us
8
Very good
Pros:

appreciated the non-corporate design

Cons:

the abusurd price for a hotel in Knoxville which doesn't serve breakfast or have any room service

2025-04-01 via Nuitee
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Cynthia family
8
Pros:

Property was beautiful and room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. I thought pastries were included in the morning however they were not. This was mentioned in previous reviews and list of amenities stated "pastries in morning" but when we asked staff we were told there was a charge for them. It was a little confusing.

2025-03-10 via Nuitee
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Tonya partner
10
Pros:

Great hotel! Excellent location. Would highly recommend.

2025-03-01 via Nuitee
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Jennifer young couple us
10
Perfect Valentine's Stay
Pros:

Clean, beautiful, comfortable, intimate hotel.

2025-02-17 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Really beautiful hotel, central toeverything
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful, very clean. And centrally located. My “complaints” are really nitpicky. We were facing the street, and people were loud late into the night (not the hotels fault). The bed was very firm. If you love a firm bed, this is the place for you. They do provide lots of pillows, which I love.

My only real complaint is that on the hotels.com website it said breakfast is included. At the hotel they said “we don’t do that anymore.” Disappointing.

2025-02-08 via Nuitee
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Anthony
10
Pros:

Front desk was extremely helpful and nice. Beautiful rooms and property.

2025-02-06 via Nuitee
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William
10
Pros:

Amazing boutique hotel

2025-02-02 via Nuitee
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Sandra young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-02-01 via Nuitee
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Adrienne young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-01-04 via Nuitee
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Horton young couple us
8
Great place to stay on New Years Eve.
Pros:

Beautifully furnished spacious room. Huge bathroom with a big walk in glass shower. Great street view. Located in the heart of downtown. Comfortable large sitting area on each floor. Large flat screen TV.

Cons:

Breakfast wasnt served on New years day. That was a disappointment. Though we were directed to Frothy Monkey across the Street ( excellent), we were surprised that the staff didnt have a ready list of Breakfast options open on Jan 1. Our shower door leaked a puddle o. The floor. The water reservoir in the coffee maker leaked, so we couldnt use it. The curtains in the bedroom didnt close all of the way. We were woken early by someone shouting. Not sure if was our neighbor or outside.

2025-01-02 via Nuitee
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John partner
10
Pros:

Outstanding hotel

2024-12-29 via Nuitee
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Stephanie young couple us
10
Incredible place!
Pros:

This hotel is incredible, very beautiful inside and it was full in small details to make our stay perfect. This place is located in a very walkable area around good restaurants.

Cons:

I think for a so fancy hotel I don’t understand how no one is including a better toilet paper. It is a ridiculous complain but the quality was pretty poor. Other than this everything was incredible.

2024-12-27 via Nuitee
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Cindy
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel

2024-12-17 via Nuitee
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Marc
10
Pros:

Elegant and quaint

2024-12-07 via Nuitee
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Steven
10
Pros:

Great property. Beautiful romantic room.

2024-11-20 via Nuitee