The 10 Best Historic Hotels in Nashville

While music may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Nashville, it also has some impressive architecture from grand Art Deco buildings to impressive churches. To get a real sense of place, our Hotel Gurus recommend selecting a historic property. With this in mind, our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you a collection of the best historic hotels in Nashville. Whether you want some old-school glamour, something intimate and characterful, or a chic mix of the old and the new, there is something to suit most tastes in our collection. So why not browse through our list to start planning your next city break?

For couples

• Belle Air Mansion is a Greek Revival antebellum 19th-century mansion located outside Nashville, set amongst acres of grounds. Decor is authentic to the period; chandeliers adorn high 13-foot ceilings, antique furniture decorates rooms with pine floors and original fireplaces. Romantic and perfect for special occasions.

For luxury

• Union Station Hotel is an iconic 1930s Nashville landmark turned hotel offering both a good dose of history alongside modern amenities including original works from local artists. Rooms are grand and spacious and the best have the building's large arched windows. An elegant choice.
• The Hermitage Hotel is a grand hotel that has been in service since 1910. The elegant reception rooms and restaurant with their wood-panelled walls and gilded ceilings have a feel of old-world glamour while the service matches the surroundings. With equally decadent rooms, this is an indulgent choice.
• Hyatt Hotels' downtown Nashville offering, Holston House, is a beautifully renovated Art Deco building. Stylish rooms have been cleverly designed to offer modern amenities within the historic space. A choice of three restaurants and a roof terrace infinity pool are a real lure. Pick this for its style and character.
• Noelle is a luxury hotel set in the heart of Nashville. Interiors mix the elegance of the original 1930s building with some very contemporary touches. An elegant roof terrace bar is ideal for a romantic evening drink. A sophisticated choice.

For a boutique

• The Germantown Inn is a chic boutique hotel set in an original building dating back to 1860 in the upscale Germantown district. The ten suites are light and airy with spacious contemporary bathrooms and local artworks. Boasting a quiet setting yet close to some of the city's best restaurants.

For a bed and breakfast

• Daisy Hill B&B is a beautiful original Tudor Revival home set in historic Hillsboro West End. Romantic rooms are packed full of character with antiques, heavy drapes, and polished wood floors. An authentic and grownup base.
• Caroline House is a beautiful historic house, dating back to 1921, turned into a boutique B&B. Indulgent suites have a traditional feel with heavy antiques, however, contemporary touches such as Italian Frette linens and white noise machines give a luxurious feel. With warm hosts, this is a cosy choice.

For families

• 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, bunk beds, and quiet hours.

For a concept hotel

• 21c Museum Hotel Nashville is a unique property that combines a downtown location, a historic building, a renowned restaurant, and a contemporary art museum. Set in the Gray and Dudley building that dates back to the 1900s (the popular restaurant is of the same name) the interiors are a perfect mix of the old and the new. A hip stay.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse through all our recommendations across Nashville
• Look at our selection of the best boutique hotels in Nashville or the best luxury hotels in Nashville.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • Daisy Hill B&B Nashville (Hillsboro West End) 5 rooms from $175

    
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    Local exploring  -  Set in a quiet historic district yet with the city's museums, restaurants, auditoriums, and universities easily accessible

    Learning  -  Four of the city's universities are under three miles from the property making this an ideal base for those visiting

    Historic  -  A classic Tudor Revival Style Home, built in 1925 in Historic Hillsboro Village

    Restrictions on children  -  Children 12 and over are welcomed

    

    A beautiful original Tudor Revival home set in historic Hillsboro West End. Charming rooms are packed full of character with antiques, heavy drapes, and polished wood floors. Breakfasts are served in a grand dining room. An authentic and quiet base yet within easy reach of the city's attractions. See More

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  • The Russell Historic Edgefield, East Nashville 23 rooms from $230

    
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    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

    

    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. See More

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  • Belle Air Mansion Nashville 15 rooms from $231

    
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    Local exploring  -  Nasheville, the home of country of music, is easy to access, while the area is known for historic plantation homes & leafy parks

    City Style  -  Immerse yourself in the past; it's rare to find an antebellum home in such good condition that offers overnight stays

    Sights nearby  -  Families will love nearby Nashville Zoo. When in town also visit Tennessee State Capitol

    Great walks  -  Go for a walk in Centennial Park in order to catch a glimpse of the Parthenon

    

    Greek Revival antebellum 19th-century mansion located outside Nashville, set amongst acres of grounds. Decor is authentic to the period; chandeliers adorn high 13-foot ceilings, antique furniture decorates rooms with pine floors and original fireplaces. Romantic and perfect for special occasions. See More

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  • 21c Museum Hotel, Nashville Nashville 124 rooms from $301

    
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    Sights nearby  -  Head over to Nashville Zoo and be sure to see the city's full-scale replica of the Parthenon

    Short break  -  Situated just 6.5 miles away from Nashville International Airport

    Great walks  -  Meander around the city getting a feel for its unique atmosphere

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    21c Museum Hotel is set in the historic Gray and Dudley building, downtown Nashville, referencing this with their splendid namesake of a restaurant. You'll find this spot elegantly modern with smatterings of art on the walls, stylish accommodation and open, well-lit common spaces. A top city break! See More

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  • Union Station Hotel Nashville (Tennessee) 125 rooms from $242

    
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    City  -  A grand stay bringing together the past with a more contemporary Nashville

    Opulent

    Full of character

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    An iconic 1930s Nashville landmark turned hotel, this is a unique stay offering both a good dose of history alongside modern amenities including original works from local artists. Rooms are grand and spacious and the best benefit from the building's large arched windows. An elegant choice. See More

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  • The Hermitage Hotel Nashville 122 rooms from $351

    
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    City Style  -  An iconic hotel offering old world charm alongside contemporary luxuries

    Full of character

    Romantic  -  Good for couples.

    Traditional

    

    A grand hotel which has been in service since 1910. The elegant reception rooms and restaurant with their wood-panelled walls and gilded ceilings scream of old-world glamour and the top-notch service matches the surrounds. Rooms are equally decadent yet have all the modern trappings. Superb! See More

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  • Holston House Nashville 191 rooms from $239

    
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    City Style  -  Blending original Art Deco charm with modern luxuries (the infinity roof terrace pool is a particular highlight)

    Local exploring  -  Located on the west edge of downtown meaning many of the city's major attractions are a stroll away

    Restaurant  -  Three dining outlets, including TENN its signature restaurant championing local producers and Southern cuisine

    Sights nearby  -  Bell Meade Plantation, Radnor Lake State Park, or Centennial Park

    

    Hyatt Hotels' downtown Nashville offering, Holston House, is a beautifully renovated Art Deco building. Stylish rooms have been cleverly designed to offer modern amenities within the historic space. A choice of three restaurants and a roof terrace infinity pool are a real lure. A chic stay. See More

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  • Caroline House Nashville (12 South) 4 rooms from $250

    
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    Groups  -  With just a handful of rooms, large sociable living areas, & a gorgeous kitchen, this is perfect to rent out in its entirety

    Sights nearby  -  Take a stroll arounf Music Row and soak in the city's world-renowned music legacy

    Restrictions on children  -  Children 16 and over are welcomed as the environment is an adult one

    Adult Only

    

    A beautiful historic house, dating back to 1921, turned into a boutique B&B. Indulgent suites have a traditional feel with heavy antiques, however, contemporary touches such as Italian Frette linens and white noise machines give a luxurious feel. With warm hosts, this is an indulgent stay. See More

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  • Noelle Nashville 224 rooms from $219

    
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    Local exploring  -  Located in the heart of the city with many of the main attractions within walking distance

    Full of character

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    Romantic  -  Good for couples.

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    A grand hotel set in the heart of Nashville. Interiors mix the elegance of the original 1930s building with some very contemporary touches. Rooms are spacious with simple minimalist style while downstairs reception rooms are expansive and impressive. A chic choice See More

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  • The Germantown Inn Nashville 10 rooms from $200

    
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    City Style  -  A chic boutique set in Nashville's smart Germantown district. Perfect for accessing good restaurants and upmarket shops

    Boutique

    

    A chic boutique hotel the upscale Germantown district. The ten suites all differ slightly in size and shape but they are all light and airy with a bright colour palette, spacious contemporary bathrooms and local artworks. Boasting a quiet setting yet with easy access to the city. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 2nd February 2022