Engagement Scholarship Consortium International Conference Changing Lives and Improving Society: Data-Driven Engagement and Innovation

October 7-8, 2026

Pre-Conference: October 5-6

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Hosted by the University of Tennessee and the member institutions of the ESC South Region

Lodging


Conference Lodging

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Hilton Knoxville

In the heart of downtown, Hilton Knoxville is steps away from the Knoxville Convention Center and easily accessible via covered skybridge. Enjoy our rooftop pool and an on-site Starbucks.

Address:
501 West Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37902-2591 
Phone: (865) 523-2300
Website

Conference group rates: $195 USD + taxes & fees
Group code: Ut Engagement Scholarship or Click Here. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026 (Midnight EST on 9/4/2026), or until block fills.

Distance to conference venue: 0.1 miles
3-minute walk

Parking: Self-Parking: $37/night or Valet Parking $40/night. 
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m. 

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Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown

Stay in downtown Knoxville near the University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. Walkable, stylish, and made for modern travel. Indoor pool and fitness senter. Service animals and pets up to 50 lbs. permitted with restrictions for $40 USD/night.

Address:
401 West Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 522-2600
Website

Conference group rates: $190 USD/night + taxes & fees
FREE Cancellation until 6:00 p.m. local hotel time on Sun. 04 Oct 2026
 

Distance to conference venue: 0.5 miles
11-minute walk / 2-minute drive

Parking: Self-Parking $25/night or Valet Parking $35/night.
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
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Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Live like a local at Knoxville’s newest upscale hotel. You’ll be steps away from many of downtown's most prominent locales, such as the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Market Square, the Knoxville Convention Center and a variety of local restaurants.

Address:
210 West Church Avenue 
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 566-9100
Website

Conference group rates: $169 USD/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: ESCESCA or CLICK HERE. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026, or until block fills.

Distance to conference venue: 0.4 miles
10-minute walk / 3-minute drive

Parking: $25 per car per night in private parking garage
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Live like a local at Knoxville’s newest upscale hotel. You’ll be steps away from many of downtown's most prominent locales, such as the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Market Square, the Knoxville Convention Center and a variety of local restaurants.

Address:
210 West Church Avenue 
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 566-9100
Website

Conference group rates: $209 USD/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: ESCESCA or CLICK HERE. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026, or until block fills.

Distance to conference venue: 0.4 miles
10-minute walk / 3-minute drive

Parking: $25 per car per night in private parking garage
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
Book Now