Nashville’s vibrant music scene is now matched with diverse dining options and lots to do. There’s the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, The Johnny Cash Museum, the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge and the numerous live music venues that dot downtown.
1. The Hermitage Hotel
2. Fairlane Hotel
3. The Bobby Hotel
4. Noelle
5. Union Station Hotel
6. Thompson Nashville
7. 21c Museum Hotel
It’s the perfect weekend getaway – and you’ll be wooed by some of the spectacular suites at its fabulous hotels. Nashville top hotels and best suites are the subject of this week’s issue.
1. The Hermitage Hotel
Awards: Fodor’s Choice; AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020
US News & World Report says, “Nashville’s most historic and luxurious hotel, The Hermitage is well-appointed, and its accommodations feature flat-screen TVs, Molton Brown bath products, complimentary internet access and freshly baked sweets and pastries with the nightly turndown service. The hotel’s restaurant, the Capitol Grille, is also quite popular among guests; it serves up scrumptious regional fare with ingredients from a local farm. But what visitors love the most about staying here is interacting with the hotel’s employees. Staff members are well-versed in Southern hospitality and are willing to go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. You’ll find this century-old hotel in Nashville’s downtown area.”
Presidential Suite
The 1,500 sq. ft. Presidential Suite offers a separate king bedroom, formal living room area, powder room, butler’s pantry, full dining table, and the option to add on a connecting guest suite. It features a birds eye view of downtown Nashville and the historic State Capitol building. The formal dining area featuring custom-made oval dining table for seats eight guests
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2. Fairlane Hotel
Awards: AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020; TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards 2020
According to US News’ hotel critiques, “Opened in 2018, the Fairlane Hotel wowed recent guests in Nashville, Tennessee, with its mid-20th-century retro details like vibrant, colorful furniture in rooms and nostalgic dishes in its signature restaurant. The property also boasts modern accommodations with 55-inch TVs, minifridges and free Wi-Fi access. Add in the two luxurious penthouse suites and the fitness studio, and it’s clear that this hotel can provide anything you need for an excellent vacation in Music City. Those yearning to explore the surrounding music scene will enjoy this property’s location within walking distance of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center and the numerous live music venues that dot downtown. And though there are also numerous restaurant options near the Fairlane Hotel, travelers should try brunch or dinner at on-site Ellington’s Mid Way Bar & Grill.”
The Boss Suite
The 666-sq. ft. Boss Suite is the largest suite in the Fairlane and offers great views of Nashville through floor to ceiling windows.
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3. The Bobby Hotel
Awards: AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020; Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
US News reports, “A boutique property in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, the lively Bobby Hotel puts you within walking distance of many attractions in Music City. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe are a short stroll from the property, as are numerous restaurants and bars. But if you need to get away from the action for a bit, the rooms are prime for relaxation with 24-hour in-room dining, wet bars, complimentary Wi-Fi access and smart TVs. What’s more, guests have access to a rooftop lounge and pool, an on-site spa, a fitness center and a concierge. Tavern at Bobby is the hotel’s main restaurant, and it serves internationally inspired cuisine for dinner and Sunday brunch. A small cafe and a hip dive bar also call the Bobby Hotel home.”
Bobby Two-Bedroom Suite
The 1,811 sq. ft. Bobby Two-Bedroom Suite features a 235 sq. ft. private terrace with views of Nashville and the Columbia River. Perfect for entertain, the dining table seats eight and there’s a pool table for some after dinner fun.
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4. Noelle
Awards: AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020: Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
Another top pick from US News, “According to previous guests, the Noelle impresses with its top-notch customer service, beautiful decor and superb amenities. Rooms are outfitted with contemporary conveniences like flat-screen TVs, king-sized beds and free Wi-Fi access, and all feature white or navy interiors with 1930s-inspired accents to pay homage to when the property was built. Outside the accommodations, visitors will find a 24-hour fitness center, a coffee shop, two American-inspired eateries and a rooftop bar. Past travelers praised all of the property’s food and beverage outlets, adding that the bar boasts incredible city panoramas. For additional dining options, guests can venture to any of the restaurants situated within walking distance. The property’s location in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, also means visitors are only a few blocks away from several top attractions, including The Johnny Cash Museum, the Ryman Auditorium and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge.”
The Penthouse
The 1,122 sq. ft. Penthouse includes two king bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a sectional sofa, separate dining area for six, wet bar and a master bath offering a double vanity, soaking tub and walk-in shower.
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5. Union Station Hotel
Awards: Fodor’s Choice; AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020
“This 1900s train station still accommodates travelers – but no longer those in locomotives. The space now contains a restaurant and lounge, 108 rooms and 17 suites. The hotel’s decor and amenities bring the historic building into the 21st century with a sleek, contemporary design, flat-screen TVs, large marble bathrooms and pillow-top bedding. Guests enjoy the property’s downtown location, its high ceilings and its proximity to several of Nashville’s honky-tonks,” says US News in its ranking of Nashville’s top hotels.
Train Station Suites
The Train Station Suites feature 18 ft. ceilings and offer a well-appointed living area, most of which are separated from the sleeping area by a door. Suites feature a king bed and pull-out sofa.
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6. Thompson Nashville
Awards: Fodor’s Choice; AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020
US News notes, “The Thompson Nashville is a hit with recent guests for its contemporary design and exceptional location in The Gulch neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee. Top attractions, including the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Johnny Cash Museum, sit within minutes of the hotel. Rooms were a point of praise for reviewers, who appreciated the sleek design of the hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and brushed brass fixtures in the bathroom. Other in-room amenities include rain showers, Bluetooth speakers and reading lights built into the headboards. The hotel’s trendy vibe continues up to its rooftop bar and eatery, L.A. Jackson, which offers sweeping views of downtown Nashville – a highlight for recent lodgers. There’s also a seafood-centric restaurant, Marsh House, as well as an on-site coffee shop that serves breakfast and lunch.”
Penthouse Suite
The 1,350 sq. ft. Penthouse Suites offers a separate bedroom with king size bed that closes off from living and dining room, floor to ceiling windows on three sides of room, a titanium bathtub, separate, extra-large state-of-the-art double rain shower.
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7. 21c Museum Hotel Nashville
Awards: Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
“Nashville’s 21c Museum Hotel sits inside downtown’s historic Gray & Dudley building and beckons to art lovers and culture hounds. This modern property is a short stroll from downtown entertainment venues like Nissan Stadium and Bridgestone Arena and offers its own contemporary art museum,” says US News, adding, “Original artwork is showcased in all of the hotel’s 124 guest rooms and suites, which former guests described as ‘tastefully decorated’ and ‘graciously equipped.’ Most accommodations feature neutral interiors accented with purple rugs, bright blue penguin figurines and zebra-print curtains. For more unique digs designed by creative types like Sebastiaan Bremer, Yung Jake and Adrian Grenier, consider opting for one of the property’s artist suites. After settling in, make your way to the spa for a treatment or to the fitness center for a workout. Then, grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant, Gray & Dudley, where you can savor tasty comfort classics beneath various works of art. When you’re ready to venture off-site, you’ll find attractions like The Johnny Cash Museum and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum less than a mile away.”
21c Suite
The 8th-floor 21c penthouse suite, with sweeping views of the Cumberland River and downtown Nashville, is perfect to entertain and host events or escape it all in style. Upon entry, you see the open concept living/dining area with a dining table for six, large sectional and chair, and the most stunning feature, the folding glass wall to the large, wrap-around terrace.
On the other side of the entryway, you’ll find a half bath and butler’s pantry. Moving down the hall you’ll find the large bathroom with dual vanity, soaking tub and glass-enclosed shower, and the private bedroom outfitted with a custom 21c king bed and linens. Oh and that terrace, complete with plenty of outdoor seating and lounge furniture, a dining table for 10, and those incredible views of downtown!
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