People from all over the world visit Nashville, Tennessee to experience the Honky Tonks, vibrant nightlife and live country music. Nashville has been our home base since 2019 and we absolutely love living here! We get asked all of the time where to stay in Nashville when guests come to visit this lively town. Here is a complete list of the best places to stay in Nashville from neighborhoods, hotels and rental properties.
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The best neighborhoods to stay in Nashville
One of the great things about Nashville is that Uber and Lyfts are easily available and affordable all over the city. Downtown Nashville actually spreads much farther than the Honky Tonks on Broadway. Locals live within 5 miles from Broadway and still consider themselves to live “downtown”. There are many more neighborhoods and areas to stay in Nashville beyond that famous strip of bars.
Downtown Nashville and The Gulch
Downtown and The Gulch are probably the most popular areas to stay when visiting Nashville but it will also be the most expensive. If you can find housing nearby within your budget, the Gulch is a great area to stay because you will be walkable to many bars and restaurants. Depending on your exact location, Broadway will be either a short walk or drive away.
Midtown Nashville
Midtown is another great area to stay because there are many popular bars and restaurants in this area. This is also the best place to stay if you are visiting Vanderbilt for any reason. You will still be a short drive to downtown if you stay in the midtown area.
Germantown
Germantown is slightly North of The Gulch and is a great area to stay in Nashville. It is walkable to downtown Nashville and there are tons of great local bars and restaurants in the area!
12 South
12 South is a popular shopping area close to downtown Nashville. There are multiple bars, restaurants and boutiques walkable in this area and a short drive to downtown.
West Nashville
West Nashville, also known as The Nations, is slightly farther from the downtown area but is where many locals live and is about a ten minute drive to Broadway. You will likely find many rental homes in this area for an affordable price and there are many local bars and restaurants to try in this area!
East Nashville
East Nashville is on the other side of the Cumberland River and about a ten minute drive to downtown. East Nashville is a very local area known for unique dive bars and delicious restaurants! There are many rental homes available in East Nashville for groups visiting Nashville.
The best hotels in Nashville
There are hundreds of hotels to choose from in Nashville. This list of the best hotels in Nashville will help to narrow down your options depending on your budget preferences!
Booking.comLuxury hotels in Nashville
Thompson Nashville
- Neighborhood: The Gulch
- Why stay here: Located in the heart of The Gulch, everything is walkable from this hotel. There is also a great rooftop bar and local coffee shop in The Thompson.
The Hermitage Hotel
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: The Hermitage is a historic hotel in downtown Nashville. It is walkable to Broadway and has unmatched historic charm.
W Nashville
- Neighborhood: The Gulch
- Why stay here: The W is another stunning hotel in The Gulch with a pool and gorgeous rooftop restaurant.
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: This downtown Nashville Four Season brings luxury to a new level. This hotel is known for its modern vibe and amenities.
Omni Nashville Hotel
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: Take in gorgeous city views with this Nashville staple hotel that provides a comfortable and luxurious experience.
JW Marriott Nashville
- Neighborhood: The Gulch
- Why stay here: This JW Marriott was recently built and it towers over the city in all of its beauty. It is walkable to downtown and is known for stunning views and the rooftop restaurant.
Boutique hotels in Nashville
Graduate Nashville
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: The Graduate is a fun hotel stay with unique room designs and the Dolly Parton themed rooftop bar.
Virgin Hotels Nashville
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: The Virgin has one of the best pools in Nashville and is in the heart of midtown walkable to tons of bars and restaurants.
The Dive Motel
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- Why stay here: The Dive is a one of a kind unique boutique hotel. It is all 70s themed with a lively pool deck and dive bar.
Bobby Hotel
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: Stay right downtown with stunning city views and one of the best rooftop bars in Nashville.
The Union Station Nashville Yards
- Neighborhood: The Gulch
- Why stay here: This is one of the most iconic Nashville hotels located right in the Gulch and built on top of a train station.
Hotel Fraye Nashville Midtown
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: This is a luxury and boutique hotel all in one located in midtown and walkable to downtown.
1 Hotel Nashville
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: This stunning hotel is right downtown and known for its unique design and popular restaurant and spa inside.
Mid-range hotels
Noelle
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: This stunning hotel is right downtown and actually has a hidden speakeasy bar inside through a closet.
The Westin Nashville
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: Take in gorgeous city views at this great luxury stay downtown Nashville at a lower price point.
Hilton Nashville Downtown
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: If you want to stay downtown but don’t have the budget for a luxury stay, this Hilton will be your best option!
Conrad Nashville
- Neighborhood: West Nashville
- Why stay here: This stunning newly constructed luxury hotel in The Nations is a great place to stay in Nashville!
Hotel Indigo Nashville
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: Hotel Indigo is very reasonably priced considering its downtown location and boutique vibes.
Budget hotels in Nashville
Loews Vanderbilt Hotel
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: This is a great place to stay walkable to midtown and Vanderbilt.
Kimpton Aertson Hotel
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: This is a boutique-like hotel stay on a budget with a pool and in a great area of midtown Nashville.
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Why stay here: This Sheraton is located right downtown and is a great stay in Nashville walkable to everything at a lower price point.
Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown Capitol View
- Neighborhood: The Gulch
- Why stay here: Located in the North Gulch, this Hampton Inn is a great place to stay at a reasonable price close to downtown.
Aloft Nashville West End
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Why stay here: This is another great budget hotel option located in the heart of Midtown.
The best rental homes in Nashville
Nashville is a very popular destination for a large group trip. It is often better for a group to stay together in a rental property rather than in a hotel. There are so many luxurious and amazing rental homes in Nashville to choose from! This list of the 20 best rental properties in Nashville is broken down by group size and will work for a variety of budgets.
All of these rental options are on this list of the best places to stay in Nashville because they are in a good location and close to downtown areas. Uber and Lyft are very accessible and affordable in Nashville so as long as you stay within a couple miles of the main downtown area, your group will be able to travel around town with ease!
Nashville rental properties for up to 10 people
Upscale 4 Bedroom Home
This gorgeous townhome near 12 South is perfect for a couples trip to Nashville with a large rooftop space and 4 king beds.
- Neighborhood: 12 South
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 8
3 Bedroom Midtown Home
This is another great option for couples visiting Nashville. This home is spacious and walkable to Vanderbilt University.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 3
- Sleeps: 6
Downtown Rooftop Condo
This spacious three bedroom condo with a rooftop lounge is walkable to downtown and spacious for a group of 6.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 3
- Sleeps: 6
Rooftop Deck and City Views
This stunning modern home has a gorgeous rooftop with city views located between midtown and The Gulch.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 10
Bachelor(ette) Rooftop Sky Terrace
This stunning home with a large rooftop terrace is perfect for a large group of friends with plenty of beds.
- Neighborhood: Germantown
- Number of rooms: 3
- Sleeps: 10
Nashville rental properties for up to 15 people
5-Star Music Row House
This spacious house is located near Music Row which is one of the most popular streets in between The Gulch and Midtown.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 5
- Sleeps: 12
Large Germantown House
This is another large home located in Germantown about a mile from Broadway.
- Neighborhood: Germantown
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 12
Charming Downtown Loft
This modern loft is absolutely stunning and in an ideal location downtown minutes walking to Broadway.
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 12
East Nashville Mansion
This gorgeous house in East Nashville would be great for a large group of friends to all stay together. You will be around a 10-15 minute drive to downtown with lots of local favorites nearby.
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 12
Modern West Property
Take in all of the city views from this house with a massive rooftop and plenty of space for a large group. This house is just a short drive to all of Nashville’s main attractions.
- Neighborhood: West Nashville
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 12
Nashville rental properties for up to 20 people
West Duplex
This modern duplex with separate properties would be great for a joint bachelor/bachelorette party! This house is in between West Nashville and Downtown so it is just a short drive to bars and restaurants.
- Neighborhood: West Nashville
- Number of rooms: 6
- Sleeps: 16
Sunny Modern Oasis
This is a stunning property in the heart of Midtown with plenty of space and amenities for a luxury weekend in Nashville.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 18
Modern Downtown Mansion
This house was built with bachelor or bachelorette parties in mind with the modern amenities and room layouts. It is worth the splurge for the comforts of this home and convenient downtown location!
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 6
- Sleeps: 16
Germantown Rooftop Paradise
This Germantown home is absolutely stunning down to every detail. There are plenty of rooms for a large group plus a large rooftop to take in the city views.
- Neighborhood: Germantown
- Number of rooms: 6
- Sleeps: 16
Large Nations House
This 6 bedroom house in West Nashville is a great budget option for a large group to stay together. You will be about a 10 minute drive to downtown with other local restaurants nearby.
- Neighborhood: West Nashville
- Number of rooms: 6
- Sleeps: 16
Broadway Loft
If your group is looking to hit the honky-tonks all weekend, this massive loft on Boradway is the perfect place to stay!
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Number of rooms: 4
- Sleeps: 17
North Gulch Bungalow
This house is in between The Gulch and Germantown. Enjoy a morning walk through Marathon Music Works from this spacious bungalow!
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- Number of rooms: 5
- Sleeps: 16
Nashville rental properties for over 20 people
Music Row Mansion
This classic Southern Mansion is right near midtown and has both charm and space for a large group to be comfortable on a trip to Nashville!
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 10
- Sleeps: 26
10 Bedroom Duplex
This massive duplex is in between The Gulch and West Nashville and very spacious for a large group. This house is about a 10 minute drive to Broadway.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Number of rooms: 10
- Sleeps: 24
West End Party Home
This modern house in West Nashville will be perfect for a bachelor or bachelorette party, This is a 10-15 minute drive to downtown.
- Neighborhood: West Nashville
- Number of rooms: 8
- Sleeps: 24
We hope this list of the best places to stay in Nashville helps plan your trip to this iconic town! Let us know in the comments where your favorite place to stay in Nashville is. Be sure to also check out our other Nashville guides to plan your trip. Cheers and have fun in Music City!
