Axel's take: 8.6/10
A strong kitchenette-equipped base for Knoxville, provided you have a car. A practical, mid-range extended-stay hotel off I-40, scored for what it is.
Hawthorn is a practical, mid-range extended-stay hotel off I-40, sharing a dual-brand property with La Quinta. We'd pick it for longer visits or university weekends when cooking space matters more than a downtown address. Booking.com and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, helpful staff and comfortable beds; recent Tripadvisor reviews also describe updated suites. Kitchenettes, free hot breakfast and free parking make it a useful, good-value base.
The main caveats are logistical rather than a pattern of poor housekeeping. Guests on Tripadvisor and Trip.com report confusion between the two brands, so confirm you're getting a Hawthorn kitchenette room. Ask for cookware and dishes rather than assuming they're already supplied. Pets carry an extra charge, and the outdoor pool is seasonal. We'd skip it for a walkable downtown break or year-round swimming.
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Best for: longer stays with a car; university and arena visitors; travelers wanting a kitchenette
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Watch out for: La Quinta/Hawthorn booking confusion; request kitchen equipment; seasonal outdoor pool
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Location: Convenient to I-40; downtown and the university are a drive away.
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Rooms: Updated kitchenette rooms with refrigerators, microwaves and stovetops; request cookware.
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Cleanliness: Consistent praise across Booking.com, Trip.com and recent Tripadvisor reviews.
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Service: Helpful staff and breakfast hosts are recurring strengths.
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Amenities: Free hot breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking; gym, laundry and seasonal outdoor pool.
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Fees and surprises: Pet fees apply; confirm the Hawthorn room assignment within the dual-brand property.
Axel's opinion of Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Trip.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.