Bento Living Chestnut Hill

Nashville makes for a fun city break with the kids, with an excellent choice of museums including the Taylor Swift Education Centre and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Several also offer free entry for children while many of the honky tonks welcome kids for live music before 7 pm. The city has a world-class selection of hotels, however, some are better suited to families than others. Our hotel experts have scanned the length and breadth of the city to bring you a collection of the best kid friendly hotels in Nashville selected on their location, amenities, service, and design. Whether you want a well-equipped apartment for an independent stay, a luxury hotel with a kids club, or a laid back boutique packed with character — there is something to suit most tastes here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?

For its character

The Russell

  • The Russell is a small, vibrant, and socially conscious church conversion, featuring bright rooms, crisp modern design and attractive stained glass windows. The hotel donates a sizeable portion of its earnings to local homeless shelters and is perfect for families, with plenty of space and the option of family suites or bunk bedrooms.

For self catering

Mint House at the Reserve

  • Mint House Hillsboro Village is a collection of homely studios and one-bedroom apartments located in the city centre. Each unit is well-equipped with a kitchen, washing machine, fast internet, and a digital concierge system. Interiors are simple, fresh, and cosy. An ideal choice for families wanting an independent stay.
  • Bento Living Chestnut Hill is a stylish collection of suites and studios offering the perfect spaces for independent stays. Units vary in size (the largest has 5 rooms) but each has a fully equipped kitchen, washing machines, and most have terraces. With Scandi-inspired style, this is a trendy option ideal for families.
  • Mint House at The Reserve has one-bed and studio apartments offering an independent stay near Vanderbilt University. Chic and contemporary interiors are vast with minimalist decor. With well-equipped kitchens, a dining area, and comfortable sitting rooms, you have everything you need for a home-away-from-home.
  • Nashville Riverfront Lofts offers hip apartments just steps from Downtown's Lower Broadway. Options greatly vary in size and style. The largest penthouses are vast warehouse conversions (the best has a rooftop pool). Smaller options are contemporary and chic. Well suited to families.

For luxury

Omni Nashville

  • Omni Nashville is a large luxury hotel with excellent amenities and a central SoBro location. Rooms and suites merge contemporary style with more traditional Southern design. Complete with a full-service spa, three restaurants, a rooftop pool, kids' activities, and direct access to two major attractions, this place will keep the whole family happy.
  • Loews Vanderbilt Hotel is a sleek contemporary hotel with a prime location near downtown. Rooms are contemporary and stylish and there's the option of family suites. With kids and pets made very welcome (both benefitting from generous goodies), this is surprisingly well suited to families.

Still not sure where to book?

The 7 Best Kid Friendly Hotels in Nashville

The Russell

Nashville (Historic Edgefield, East Nashville)

A small, vibrant and socially conscious church conversion, featuring bright rooms, crisp modern design and attractive stained glass windows. The hotel donates a sizeable portion of its earnings to local homeless shelters and is perfect for families, with plenty of space, bunk-beds, and quiet hours.

  • City Style - In one of the city's most popular and trendy neighbourhoods, with great access to Nashville's nightlife and attractions
  • Families - Families are well catered for with large family rooms, bunkbeds and quiet hours
  • Great walks - A few minutes from East and Frederick Douglass Park, and just over a mile from Cumberland Park
  • Local markets - The Turnip Truck Natural Market and Yeast Nashville Bakery are both a short walk away
from $230 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Omni Nashville

Nashville (Nashville)

A huge luxury hotel boasting an enormous selection of amenities and a perfectly central SoBro location. Rooms and suites merge contemporary style with more traditional Southern design. Complete with a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, a rooftop pool and direct access to 2 major attractions. Superb!

  • Families - With its great location, superb accommodation options and kids' activity programmes, it's ideal for families
  • Local exploring - The hotel boasts direct access to the Music City Center and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
  • Luxury - Expect sleek design, attentive service, and more amenities than you could possibly use in one stay!
  • Restaurant - Three restaurants: a steak house and two styles of Southern dining (one more formal) plus a cafe
from $269 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Mint House at The Reserve

Nashville (Suite 700)

A collection of one-bed and studio apartments offering an independent stay near Vanderbilt University. Chic and contemporary, interiors are vast with minimalist decor. With well-equipped kitchens, a dining area, and comfortable sitting rooms, you have everything you need for a home-away-from-home.

  • Families - Large apartments comfortably sleep 4 and boast well equipped kitchens, ideal for families looking for an independent stay
  • Self catering - Fully functioning apartments with all the amenities of home make this a good choice for longer stays
  • Learning - Located adjacent to Vanderbilt University, this is a great base for those visiting
  • Sights nearby - Take a tour of the Ryman Auditorium, known as the “Mother Church of Country Music”
from $165 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Bento Living Chestnut Hill

Nashville

A stylish collection of suites & studios offering the perfect spaces for independent stays. Units vary in size (the largest has 5 rooms) but each has a fully equipped kitchen, washing machines, and most have terraces. With Scandi-inspired style, this is a trendy option ideal for groups or families.

  • Families - With a wide range of accommodation options offering different sleeping arrangements, this is ideal for families of all sizes
  • Groups - With dining areas, a sociable roof terrace, and full kitchens this is perfect for groups wanting an independent stay
  • Self catering - All units come with fully furnished kitchens and washing machines, ideal for longer stays
  • Local markets - Nashville Flea Market at The Fairgrounds has over 2000 stalls and is rated one of the USA's best flea markets
from $149 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Mint House Hillsboro Village

Nashville (Hillsboro West End)

A collection of homely studio and one-bedroom apartments ideally located in the city centre. Each unit is well-equipped with kitchen, washing machine, fast internet, and a digital concierge system. Interiors are simple, fresh, and cosy. Ideal for families or those visiting for longer stays.

  • Families - With a kitchen and larger units comfortably sleeping four, this is ideal for families looking for an independent stay
  • Local exploring - Well situated in the city centre close to shops, attractions and restaurants and adjacent to Vanderbilt University
  • Self catering - Each unit has a well equipped kitchen making it a great option for longer stays
  • Great walks - Take a stroll through the beautiful 132 acre Centennial Park
from $120 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Nashville Riverfront Lofts

Nashville

A hip collection of apartments set just steps from Downtown's Lower Broadway. Options greatly vary in size and style. The largest penthouses are vast warehouse conversions (the best has a rooftop pool). Smaller options are contemporary and chic. Ideal for families or groups wanting independence.

  • Groups - Hip spaces with kitchens, large living areas, billiards tables (and even one with a pool) make the perfect base for groups
  • Families - The independence of the apartments and the wide choice of apartment size make this ideal for families
  • Swimming Pool - The Presidential Penthouse has a private roof top pool
  • Full of character
from $180 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

Nashville (Nashville)

A sleek contemporary hotel with a prime location near downtown. Stylish rooms & suites have chic grey hues, simple modern furniture, and great city views. Mason's restaurant serves Southern fare in a laid back setting. With kids and pets made very welcome, this suits families & business travellers.

  • Families - The Loews Loves Families program offers free stays to kids under 18 plus there are family suites and kids' menus
  • Restaurant - Sample Southern fare at Mason's
from $269 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Check availability on Expedia

Written by Katie Harris

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