The 17 Best Hotels in Nashville
Nashville is a traveler’s darling; a place to dance to live music, eat at award-winning restaurants, learn civil rights history—and spend an afternoon paddle boarding. For all the different reasons people come to Nashville, there’s a hotel with the right vibe. No longer a city of only generic places to sleep off a night at a honky-tonk, Nashville’s hotel scene now is part of the lure of the city, destinations in their own right. Many have music-themed packages (it’s more common than not to see a guitar in your room), original art by locals, and many of the city’s finest restaurants helmed by the city’s most talented chefs are located inside hotels.
Dream big: Custom leather boot-making experiences? A tour of a vintage guitar collection? Sun yourself at a private cabana? Check, check, and check. Impressive new openings mean existing hotels are constantly improving, adding more amenities, activities, and dishes from well-known chefs. These best hotels in Nashville are not just places you lay down in between trips to Broadway and the Ryman—read on to find out why.
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Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.
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Michael Kleinberg/W NashvillehotelW Nashville
$$If there is a see-and-be-seen hotel among Nashville’s hotel scene, it’s at the W. Its large lobby is designed for hanging out—in contrast to a trend toward lobby-less hotels—and as a result it feels like the central people-watching perch in the Gulch neighborhood. The hotel welcomes people in, not just hotel guests, for live music and yoga and to the large L-shaped pool (reservations required). Locals also flock here to eat at one of Chef Andrew Carmellini’s two restaurants and to grab a coffee hometown favorite Barista Parlor in the lobby. The central location is a prime homebase for shopping, eating, and drinking, close to the Station Inn, the Frist Art Museum, and 15 minutes from Lower Broadway and the Ryman Auditorium.
Laure JoliethotelKimpton Aertson Hotel
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Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022Chic and trendy, the Kimpton Aerston is a breath of fresh air in Midtown's hotel scene, which for decades had been where Mom and Dad stayed for parents weekend, but not much else. For a boutique hotel near the in-demand Vanderbilt University campus, it's a steal. The on-site restaurant, Henley, is a draw for locals as well as guests, thanks to its attentive service, buttery-soft leather seats, extensive bourbon list, and thoughtful menu. Hotel walls are adorned with interesting contemporary art, but you’ll probably spend your time looking at the city views, which you can do from the open-air balcony off of your room.
1 Hotel Nashvillehotel1 Hotel Nashville
$$A stay at 1 Hotel Nashville is a sensory experience, from the tactile—with textured, reclaimed wood, and live plants on many surfaces—to the scent—which is closer to a field of wildflowers in the countryside than a busy city block in the heart of honky-tonk action. The Nashville branch of the 1 Hotel chain, which opened in 2022, is representative of the brand’s commitment to sustainability, in a way that is engaging but not spartan or schoolmarmish. Devote time to exploring some of these choices, such as the hourglass in the shower to create awareness about the length of time you leave the water running, and the hangers in the closet made from recycled wrapping paper. Like all proper Nashville hotels, 1 Hotel has a rooftop bar with a view; this one is surrounded in the hotel’s signature greenery, contributing to the feeling that country and city co-exist. And they do it on a plush bed with organic cotton sheets.
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Heather Durham/Southall Farm & InnhotelSouthall Farm & Inn
$$$Southall Farm and Inn feels all of the 25 miles away from the hubbub of Nashville’s neon-lit honkytonk scene. In fact, its 325 acres feel like a different world entirely. This bucolic setting is a sustainable oasis designed for your resort-style immersion experience. You’ll abandon your car on arrival and instead get around on foot, bike, ATV, or by staff-driven golf cart, allowing you to explore the property at a leisurely pace. Soak in the plunge pool, get centered in a sound bath, take the kids for a zipline, eat s’mores on the deck of your cottage, and never once leave the property. (Although, if you choose to, historic downtown Franklin is less than four miles away.) Amenities are designed to make the most of the land and preserve its natural beauty. Take time to notice the details, such as custom wallpaper, glazed clay plates, and freshly cut flowers.
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Steve Freihon/Graduate NashvillehotelGraduate Nashville
$$Travel should be fun and the Graduate knows that. They incorporated cheeky, quirky art elements and attractions throughout the moderately priced hotel near the Vanderbilt University campus. You can belt out your favorite karaoke tunes while being accompanied by an animatronic band at Cross-Eyed Critters or go to the rooftop and take a photo with a giant, pink chicken-wire bust of Dolly Parton. While some of the details may seem offbeat, the hotel takes making sure you get a good night’s rest seriously. Rooms are ample in size and comfortable, with well-appointed bedding and plush carpet to cushion your walk after a night on the town. For all the good-time-vacationers who stay here, rooms are adequately soundproof. They can party and you can sleep. Or vice versa.
Andrea BehrendshotelThe Russell
$The Russell is all about the wow factor. Formerly a 115-year-old church, the hotel retains many of the building's original elements, including a series of jaw-dropping stained glass windows. Bright, restored panes of glass play off modern décor and stylish new architectural elements. Each room is a different shape and size—such is the reality of retrofitting an old church into a new hotel. All of the rooms have good light, smartly designed charging stations in the pews-turned-headboards, and beautiful color schemes.
Greg Ceo/Conrad NashvillehotelConrad Nashville
$$It’s easy to imagine a movie being filmed in the large, high-ceiled, light-filled lobby of the Conrad. With its sweeping staircase and nattily-dressed clientele, it feels like it is out of central casting for “luxury hotel.” This vibe of everything being just right permeates the experience of staying at the Conrad. From wise assistance from the concierge to make the most of time in town, to dinner at Blue Aster, capping off the day with an artfully prepared meal, to a long soak in a giant bathtub, to getting shut-eye by closing the blinds with a press of a button, a stay at the Conrad is designed to make your life easier. The Midtown location is close enough to the Ryman Auditorium, Lower Broadway, and other attractions to get there quickly, but also offers a respite from downtown congestion.
Four Seasons NashvillehotelFour Seasons Nashville
$$$With a name that internationally means “luxury,” the Four Seasons Nashville moved to the top of lists of high-end hotel experiences immediately after opening in late 2022. The hotel staked its claim to downtown with a prime SoBro location, complete with expansive riverfront views and easy walking distance to the Ryman, Bridgestone Arena, the Frist Art Museum, and restaurants and bars. As is the tradition at the Four Seasons, everything is refined, with a simple elegance to the décor, to the service, and to the food and wine. Special packages offer private experiences opening doors throughout the city, including a peek at the vintage guitar collection and vault at the nearby Gibson Garage.
Courtesy 21c Museum Hotelshotel21c Museum Hotel, Nashville
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Art is central to the experience at Nashville's 124-room, museum-esque 21c Hotel as it is at other 21cs. Even if you aren't a guest, drop by to poke around the rotating (and free) art exhibits and have a cocktail at Gray & Dudley. And while the public spaces are what you're here for, rooms are well-designed, minibars are stocked with local treats, and bathrooms with Malin + Goetz toiletries.
Fairlane HotelhotelFairlane Hotel
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019When you think about buildings that need salvation, perhaps the former bank headquarters that now houses The Fairlane wouldn’t be the first place to come to mind. After all, we don’t always think of the 1970s as the height of good looking architecture. But thanks to local architect Manuel Zeitlin, the structure lives on as a paragon of mid-century design, one that honors its roots without taking itself too seriously. The lobby's large, floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, making it great perch for people-watching. On the penthouse floor no two rooms are alike, with custom décor, vinyl albums, and even a fireplace.
Courtesy Noelle, Nashville, a Tribute Portfolio HotelhotelNoelle, Nashville, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Noelle, tucked inside a completely renovated 1930s building, isn’t your standard new-hotel-in-an-old-building. Rather, it doubles as an art experience. Local artists designed the space and the art, drawing on inspiration from notable Nashvillians. You realize the vibe is different as soon as you walk in and see cool art and playful displays mingling elegantly with the original architecture. The check-in desk is inside the gift shop and the coffee shop is a work of art in itself. It's one of the few hotels in Nashville that feels like it's in New York City.
Courtesy JW Marriott NashvillehotelJW Marriott Nashville
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2022An ovular glass skyscraper jutting 33 stories into air, the JW Marriott Nashville is hard to miss. It was one of the city’s first true luxury hotels and quickly became one of its most recognizable buildings. You can't help but crane your neck upward, jaw open. Inside, the décor is sleek, crisp, and it oozes fanciness. The hotel has it all: a gym, a spa, original art, turn-down service with local touches, in-room blow-outs, and a first-class steakhouse. A 2023 renovation of the pool deck now features private cabanas with their own sound controls and poolside food and beverage service, with special amenities (sunglass cleaning, anyone?) every 90 minutes.
Courtesy The Germantown InnhotelThe Germantown Inn
$This multi-level 1865 home in Germantown was lovingly restored as a sophisticated retreat and then updated again after the March 2020 tornadoes. Beds are cloud-like, sumptuous bathroom amenities are plentiful, and the place is full of modern colors (navy details contrast well with the restored brick) and historic details. This boutique inn isn’t a stuffy B&B with quirky characters and a musty smell; it is a modern hotel with luxury appointments, large bathrooms, a rooftop deck, a cozy courtyard, plus a lovely happy hour charcuterie and a basic breakfast. The whole of the inn's 10 rooms (including those in the carriage house) can be rented out in case you and a group want to have a retreat all to yourselves.
Courtesy LoewshotelLoews Vanderbilt Hotel
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2022The Loews' location is on-point for business and pleasure (though primarily business): It's close to 12 South, Downtown Broadway, and the Gulch. Delicious bites at the lobby bar make this corporate-friendly hotel standout as a leisure spot as well. Renovated in 2020, designer suites pay homage to country music icons in a way that is stylish, but not cheesy. The concierge service is among the best in the city, with the staff willing to attend to any of your needs. While the renovated meeting space makes this a hotel heavy on conventions, the Loews Loves Families and Loews Loves Pets programs draws folks traveling with little ones and pups in tow.
Courtesy The Joseph, a Luxury Collection HotelhotelThe Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2021, 2022Despite being part of Marriott's Luxury Collection, this hotel feels like an independent boutique. Each floor sports different artworks, including many pieces from the owner’s personal collection. The guest rooms are likewise decorated with their own artwork from locals. The restaurant, Yolan, could bring you to Nashville all on its own—heck, it brought Spiaggia's Tony and Cathy Mantuano. They moved to Nashville to open at the Joseph, bringing world-renowned pasta, hand-blown wine glasses, and building a see-through cheese cave with 80-pound wheels. In a generous move, the hotel also opened up the best real estate in the building, next to the Penthouse, to everyone by putting the fitness center there. That means every guest can appreciate the best view in the place.
Courtesy Gaylord OprylandhotelGaylord Opryland
Readers' Choice Awards 2021Nashville’s family-friendliest hotel is a year-round resort designed to be a self-contained country-inspired destination. This is a giant complex—one of the largest hotels without a casino anywhere in the world. So, you could spend you whole vacation there, whizzing down slides in the SoundWaves waterpark, checking out the nightly light shows in the atrium, eating next to an indoor waterfall, admiring the plants in the conservatory, and then walking across the parking lot to catch a show at the Grand Ole Opry. That’s not recommended, of course—to love Nashville is to see all of it—but Opryland is a fun destination that connects R&R with the city’s musical history. Rooms are comfortable with pillow-top mattresses and plenty of elbow room. Book an atrium room with a balcony looking out into the resort.
Courtesy HermitagehotelThe Hermitage Hotel
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2021For more than a century, the Hermitage has been the gold standard of Nashville accommodations. The gilded entrance transports visitors to a more glamorous era of travel, while offering more bang for your buck than other downtown stays—rooms are spacious, beds are plush, and service is beyond compare. In 2020 the hotel celebrated the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment (the one granting women suffrage), which had much of its final push take place in the halls of the Hermitage before Tennessee became the state to put it over the top. That year the hotel also kicked off a complete renovation of guest rooms, the lobby, bar, and restaurant, resulting in a look that is crisp and modern but still connects to the hotel’s considerable history. The overhaul of the Drusie & Darr restaurant was overseen by Celebrity Chef Jean-George Vongerichten, who opened his first restaurant in the South at the Hermitage in 2021.
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