Apr. 04, 2017
Downtown renaissance continues with opening of luxury hotel and residences
With a ceremonial ribbon cutting today, Commercial & Investment Properties President Nicholas G. Cazana formally opened THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel and Residences in downtown Knoxville.
The event drew a crowd of elected officials, community leaders and travel influencers eager to see the city’s newest gem.
“We have been developing properties in Knoxville for more than 25 years and have long dreamed of bringing a signature hotel to downtown Knoxville,” Cazana said. “It’s an honor and privilege to stand before this magnificent property and celebrate achieving that dream.”
Cazana added, “Reservations already on the books promise a bright future and underscore the need for a hotel of this caliber.”
Located in downtown Knoxville at 531 Henley St., THE TENNESSEAN is close to the vibrant shopping and dining of Market Square, the city’s art and theater districts, World’s Fair Park and the University of Tennessee. The City of Knoxville recently installed a covered walkway from the property to the Knoxville Convention Center and renovated the pedestrian bridge over Henley Street.
“As downtown Knoxville continues to flourish, THE TENNESSEAN adds another feather to its cap,” Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero said. “The City of Knoxville is proud to be the home of THE TENNESSEAN.”
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero, center, joins Commercial & Investment Properties CEO and developer Nick Cazana, left, and Visit Knoxville President Kim Bumpas, right, in celebrating the official opening of THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences in downtown Knoxville on April 4. Cazana’s grandson, Andrew Cazana, far left, and granddaughter, Caroline Cazana, far right, also participated in the ceremony.
Designed by architects McCarty Holsaple McCarty, the hotel offers 82 luxury rooms and suites, meeting space, fitness center, valet parking and room service, in addition to other amenities. Visitors and residents alike will enjoy fine spirits in the refined, contemporary atmosphere of the hotel’s Drawing Room lounge.
“Knoxville was recently named by Trip Advisor as a Top 10 Destination on the Rise, and this hotel helps open the door for continued success,” said Kim Bumpas, president of Visit Knoxville. “With its covered connection to the Knoxville Convention Center and proximity to local attractions and the University of Tennessee campus, THE TENNESSEAN enhances what we’re able to offer visitors and will be a draw to business and leisure travelers alike.”
Two top floors of the property comprise 12 upper-bracket residences that set a new standard for urban living in Knoxville. The Residences at THE TENNESSEAN offer buyers spacious units with floor-to-ceiling windows; premium finish options; attached, secured and covered parking; and additional storage. Residents will enjoy resort-like amenities, including room service and valet parking. More information about residential units is available at http://www.thetennesseanresidences.com.
About THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel and Residences
THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel and Residences is a luxurious urban getaway with premium finishes, dramatic mountain and park views and a staff dedicated to exceeding expectations. The 82-room and suite hotel also includes 12 upper-bracket residences for discriminating buyers. For more information and to make reservations, visit http://www.thetennesseanhotel.com and http://www.thetennesseanresidences.com.
