Top 6 Nashville Hotels for 2024: Unmatched Accommodations and Luxury
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Top 6 Nashville Hotels for 2024: Unmatched Accommodations and Luxury

Discover the Best Hotels in Nashville for an Unforgettable Stay

The lavender colored building of Tootsie's Orchid Lounge in the foreground on historic Broadway in downtown Nashville, lit up at night

Known for its rich musical heritage and southern charm, Nashville is one of my favorite cities in the U.S. Whether you’re a country music fan or a foodie looking to indulge in some mouthwatering barbecue, this city has something for everyone.

As a popular weekend destination (and bachelor/bachelorette hotspot), there are a lot of hotels here to choose from here. I’ve visited the city a handful of times over the years and stayed at some hotels that were really cool and unique. I’ve also stayed at some that aren’t worth your time (or money).

Here’s a list of my favorite hotels in Nashville so you can plan your trip, have fun, and enjoy your time in the Music City:

1. The Russell

360 view of the expansive lobby with a huge stained glass window at The Russell, a boutique hotel in a former church in Nashville, TN360 view of the expansive lobby with a huge stained glass window at The Russell, a boutique hotel in a former church in Nashville, TN
This boutique property is housed in an all-brick church from the early 20th century. I love that they kept a lot of the original features, like the stained-glass windows, brick walls, and original pews (repurposed as headboards in the rooms). In keeping with the building’s history of supporting the East Nashville community, they donate a portion of the hotel’s proceeds to nonprofits that help those experiencing homelessness. That means that staying at The Russell for the weekend, for example, can provide someone in need with 16 nights of shelter.

2. Placemakr SoBro

The light-filled living room and kitchen of a suite at Placemakr SoBro, an apart-hotel in Nashville, TNThe light-filled living room and kitchen of a suite at Placemakr SoBro, an apart-hotel in Nashville, TN
If you plan on staying in town for a while or want access to a kitchen, this hotel offers fully furnished studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments. They all have an industrial chic design, with exposed pipes, tall ceilings, and colorful artwork on the walls. The huge windows let in a lot of light and give you great views over the city too. For even better views, there’s a rooftop pool and lounge area to hang out at. I like that it’s right next to many of the city’s main attractions (like the Johnny Cash Museum and the Ryman Auditorium) too.

3. 1 Hotel Nashville

A king bed and vanity with a large mirror in a guest room with light wood-paneled walls at 1 Hotel in Nashville, TNA king bed and vanity with a large mirror in a guest room with light wood-paneled walls at 1 Hotel in Nashville, TN
When I want to splash out on a luxury stay, this is the hotel I choose. A five-star property, it has over 56,000 plants coating the façade, and I love all their attention to sustainability throughout. The hotel restaurant serves sustainably sourced farm-to-table cuisine from breakfast through dinner, and there are even electric Audi hotel cars that you can reserve if you’re heading out on a day trip.

4. Bode

Close up of a wooden nightstand next to a bed with crisp white sheets, against the dark blue walls of Bode, an apart-hotel in Nashville, TNClose up of a wooden nightstand next to a bed with crisp white sheets, against the dark blue walls of Bode, an apart-hotel in Nashville, TN
This apartment hotel offers comfortable suites and apartments just a couple of blocks from Honky Tonk Highway and all the city’s museums. I think it’s the best value in the area. While it’s a modern hotel with no staff on-site (you check in online and get a keycode), I like that it has a cocktail bar and retro café (that serves breakfast sandwiches and smoothies), so there’s still a buzz about.

5. The Graduate

Guest room at the Graduate Hotel in Nashville, with a portrait of Dolly Parton over the headboard of a four-poster bed, candy-cane striped walls, a patterned carpet, and large windows letting in a lot of natural lightGuest room at the Graduate Hotel in Nashville, with a portrait of Dolly Parton over the headboard of a four-poster bed, candy-cane striped walls, a patterned carpet, and large windows letting in a lot of natural light
If you love Dolly Parton, you’ve got to stay here. This four-star boutique hotel is entirely Dolly-themed, with lots of bright colors, a retro theme, and vibrant, Dolly-inspired art and memorabilia throughout the property.

6. Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club

Guest room with a king-sized bed, leather bench under a flatscreen TV, and artwork on the walls at Waymore's Guest House and Casual Club in Nashville, TNGuest room with a king-sized bed, leather bench under a flatscreen TV, and artwork on the walls at Waymore's Guest House and Casual Club in Nashville, TN
To contrast with the loud Dolly hotel, this hip three-star hotel is a good choice for travelers who want a quieter, affordable place to stay. I like that there’s a café in the lobby that serves food all day: diner-inspired breakfasts in the morning and drinks and bar bites in the evening.

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From honky-tonk bars to legendary venues, Nashville hums with a contagious energy. It’s a fun, energetic city that you can easily spend a couple days exploring. And since there’s been a boom in unique hotels here in recent years, there are a lot of places to choose from. Be sure to pick one of my favorites above and get ready for an unforgettable stay in the Music City!