Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Fairfield Inn East is the perfect location in the Knoxville area. Located just off Interstate 40 at exit 398, we're only minutes from downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee, the Knoxville Zoo and other great local attractions. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and over 200 factory outlet store are all within 25 to 30 miles.