The interiors and details of The Tennessean mirror the current of the river just outside our windows, and the rhythm of your day becomes a captivating guest experience.
From morning light to starry nights, from a welcoming scent to lingering bourbon dinner, rituals guide every day at The Tennessean, and every stay unfolds like a story, one that’s rooted in the spirit of East Tennessee.
Morning
Seven Veils Awakening
As morning begins its quiet work, the hotel slowly wakes up, revealing itself one subtle layer at a time. Like the mist lifting from the Tennessee River, you take note of the subtle scent of black orchid, where lush floral meets rich amber musk. The day has begun.
Noon
Weekend Tea Service
A mid-morning tradition inspired by British tea culture and warmed by Southern hospitality. A welcome pause ushered in with an indulgent mélange: our signature Sweet Peach Noir and Take your time. The day will follow soon enough.
Afternoon
Golden Hour Gathering
A Signature Old Fashioned welcome, crafted slowly and shared without rush. Gather in the lobby at 5:00 p.m. and raise a custom-made glass of local whiskey from the city’s first legal distillery. What was once forbidden, is now savored slowly, with intention.
Early Evening
Private Proof In-Room Cocktails
It arrives in your room on a beautiful tray alongside a personal handwritten note. A signature Smoked Old Fashioned served in Pretentious Glass custom limestone or lowball glass. A craft cocktail meant to be poured alone in a moment for yourself, or new tradition shared quietly.
Evening
Long Pour Bourbon Experience
Join us for an evening poured in stages. Each course is thoughtfully crafted and paired with a distinctive bourbon, with the pours becoming progressively older as the evening unfolds. The experience brings together culinary artistry and the unique character of each selection, inviting you to discover how flavor, age, and craftsmanship evolve from one course to the next. This special experience is available every Wednesday.
Night
Last Light Nightly Tea
As the day turns to night, the light softens, and the energy of the hotel winds down, discover our complimentary nightly tea table in the lobby. Like a welcomed exhale, savor a moment before rest with a calming cup of tea before bed.
NORDIC SPA
Relax & Restore at Sauna House
Immerse yourself in the art of Nordic wellness through our exclusive partnership with Sauna House Knoxville. Guests of The Tennessean enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on premium massage services and the traditional Thermal Cycle, combining the restorative benefits of sauna and cold water therapy. Allow our concierge to arrange your experience, complete with complimentary private black car transportation to the spa.
OLD CITY
Discover the Art of Glassblowing
Experience Knoxville’s vibrant creative spirit through our exclusive partnership with Pretentious Glass Co. Guests of The Tennessean are invited to enjoy a captivating live glassblowing demonstration by the talented local artisans behind one of the hotel’s iconic handcrafted pieces. Witness the artistry, precision, and craftsmanship as molten glass is transformed into extraordinary works of art, offering a rare glimpse into the creative process. Allow our concierge to arrange this unique experience and discover the artistry that makes Knoxville truly special.
MOLTON BROWN
Take the Experience Home
An icon of uniquely British style, Molton Brown bath and body products are crafted with care, exceptional quality, and rich fragrance concentrations for an indulgent sensory experience. These luxurious toiletries are not only offered as complimentary in-room amenities but are also available for purchase at the front desk, allowing guests to take a piece of The Tennessean experience home with them.
Our Partners
Crafting a Sense of Place
Pretentious Glass Co.
We proudly partner with Pretentious Glass to honor the Maker City/ Knoxville’s artisans through custom-made glassware curated exclusively for The Tennessean. Inspired by the natural beauty of the region and the Tennessee River, the handcrafted pieces complements our rituals and is available for purchase on property.
Molton Brown
An icon of uniquely British style, Molton Brown personal products are crafted with care, quality, and exceptional fragrance concentrations for an immersive experience.
Knox Whiskey Works
The city’s first legal distillery, where locally sourced corn is transformed into an elevated, boutique expression of Tennessee: whiskey hand-crafted in small batches for an authentic and distinct spirit.
Rare Tea Cellar
These world-renowned specialists in rare and fine teas provide our custom signature brew, the Sweet Peach Noir tea, as well as other artisanal specialty teas for our Signature Tea Service.
Moonshine Mountain Cookies
Our welcome to you, delicious gourmet cookies, handcrafted in Knoxville in small batches with unique flavor combinations, some with the occasional hint of original Tennessee moonshine.
Proper Popcorn
This fresh gourmet craft popcorn is a local favorite, and with good reason. This family-owned Knoxville shop makes dozens of hand-crafted non-GMO flavors daily.
Premier Transportation
This luxury motorcoach service provides football shuttles to and from games on the University of Tennessee home game weekends so guests can enjoy door-to-stadium transportation.
Astor Chocolate
Our luxury turndown chocolates are made with the finest ingredients by a fourth generation family business using a combination of traditional and modern techniques. We have milk mint chocolate and raspberry milk chocolate.
Extraordinary Events
The Best of The Tennessean
NOV 13Artisanal Glassblowing Experience
NOV 13Relax and Restore at Sauna House
NOV 15Sunday Tea Service
NOV 18Long Pour Bourbon Pairing Experience
NOV 26Thanksgiving at Maker Exchange | Festive Buffet & Complimentary Kids’ Arts & Crafts
NOV 26Thanksgiving Celebration
NOV 27Sleigh the Peppermint Trail
DEC 6Nutcracker Tea Service
DEC 12Breakfast with Santa: A Whimsical Holiday Experience
