sponsored content
When you think of Nashville, TN, you might picture lively music venues and the neon lights of Broadway. But beyond that, Nashville has long been a destination for award-winning hospitality. We’ve recently welcomed a crop of luxurious new hotels, chef-driven restaurants, and boutique shopping opportunities, and we’re eager to welcome them among the ranks of our longstanding favorites. If you’re looking for a luxe Southern getaway, here are some of the reasons why Nashville should be at the top of your list!
22 Reasons Nashville Should Be Your Next Luxury Destination
HOTELS
Conrad Nashville
As one of Nashville’s newest hotels, Conrad Nashville is conveniently located in the Midtown neighborhood, providing easy access to attractions like the Frist Art Museum, Schermerhorn Symphony Center, and Ryman Auditorium. Designed by New York-based interior design studio Champalimaud Design, each of the hotel’s 234 rooms offers floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies, stone floors, a full-height wardrobe, and original artwork.
Four Seasons Hotels and Private Residences Nashville
Four Seasons Hotels and Private Residences Nashville is slated to open later this year and is expected to be one of the tallest buildings in Nashville. Offering 235 rooms, a world-class spa, and 144 private residences (yes, you could live here!), the hotel will sit 40 stories above the SoBro district (aka “South of Broadway”) and is steps from live music and delicious food and drinks. Hotel amenities include a spa with sunlit treatment rooms, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, a hair and nail salon, an event space, and two restaurants.
Grand Hyatt Nashville
Located on Broadway at Nashville Yards, Grand Hyatt Nashville is home to almost 600 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. Featuring one of the highest rooftop bars in Nashville — one of seven food and beverage experiences offered at the hotel — guests can also visit the fifth floor to take advantage of the fitness center, spa, sun deck, and pool.
Ritz-Carlton Nashville
The two-tower Ritz-Carlton Nashville is expected to open in early 2025 as the third five-star hotel in the SoBro district. The hotel offers 240 rooms across 46 stories in addition to a sky deck pool, rooftop restaurants, a world-class spa, and 150 condos for sale. The Ritz-Carlton also includes 32 levels of apartment-style rentals and countless amenities.
The Hermitage Hotel
For a more traditional stay complete with Southern hospitality, The Hermitage Hotel is Tennessee’s only Forbes Five-Star Hotel. Since opening over 110 years ago, the hotel has preserved Nashville’s rich history while adding touches of modern luxury, including world-class dining, afternoon tea service, an on-site boutique, and more. The hotel is also a work of art, offering marble floors, a grand staircase, and distinctive architectural elements.
The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville
As you pull up to The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville, you’ll immediately notice the porte cochère draped in greenery and complete with a floor-to-ceiling video installation of galloping Spanish horses. From standard guest suites to presidential and penthouse suites, each room is equipped with luxury linens, Italian marble, an in-room iPad, and local artwork. (SB TIP: Stop by the hotel’s rooftop bar to enjoy a handcrafted cocktail!)
Virgin Hotels Nashville
Located in the legendary Music Row neighborhood, Virgin Hotels Nashville is a boutique hotel offering traditional Southern hospitality and modern luxury. The hotel is known for its unique two-chamber rooms with a patented lounge bed, dressing area, vanity, and restroom separated by sliding barn-style doors. Be sure to also venture to The Pool Club to enjoy a refreshing cocktail and skyline views.
W Nashville
In the heart of The Gulch, you’ll find W Nashville, a luxurious hotel offering 346 guest rooms, 60 suites, and two Extreme Wow Suites. With Marriott’s Whatever/Whenever® approach, a stay here guarantees your every need is met — whether you’re looking for a last-minute dinner reservation or a phone charger. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel’s spacious pool area, state-of-the-art gym, multiple meeting spaces, rooftop bar, and more.
1 Hotel
1 Hotel is expected to open in July of this year as Music City’s first mission-driven hotel, offering eco-friendly luxury sanctuaries inspired by nature and rooted in community. Sitting next to the Music City Center and the Country Music Hall of Fame, the hotel offers 215 guest rooms — including 37 suites — and over 32,000 square feet of event space. Other standout features include a spa, fitness center, rooftop bar, and multiple dining options.
EXPERIENCES
Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery
Dedicated to preserving the architecture, hospitality, and equestrian history of Tennessee, Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery invites guests to explore its rich history through two types of guided tours — the Mansion Tour and Journey to Jubilee Tour. Once your excursion is complete, we recommend adding one of Belle Meade’s signature wine and food pairings, bourbon tastings, or chef-inspired food and wine pairings to your experience.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Head to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens to enjoy 55 acres of breathtaking flowers and greenery. In addition to the botanical gardens, Cheekwood is also known for its expansive art collection, showcasing a permanent collection of 7,000 objects as well as traveling exhibitions. (SB TIP: Visit Cheekwood now through Sunday, September 4, to experience COLORSCAPES, an immersive exhibit with indoor and outdoor installations.)
Frist Art Museum
Located in Nashville’s former main post office, the Frist Art Museum is an important cultural and architectural landmark. The prestigious museum hosts an ever-changing schedule of local, regional, national, and international art exhibitions. In fact, its latest exhibit, Light, Space, Surface: Works from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, runs through Sunday, September 4, and showcases the unique relationship between art and technology.
Mint Julep Tours
Perfect for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries, an excursion with Mint Julep Tours allows you to get an up-close look at the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. For an elevated experience, you can customize your adventure by hand-selecting which distilleries, breweries, restaurants, or murals you want to see. You can also pair your experience with a shopping excursion or add on a visit to Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery.
Nashville Symphony
The Nashville Symphony is a Grammy Award-winning group offering over 140 performances every year at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Whether you’re a fan of jazz, pop, or classical music, the Nashville Symphony offers performances for every type of music fan. Upcoming performances include concerts with Bernadette Peters (Wednesday, June 22) and Ben Folds (Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2). To see the full schedule, visit nashvillesymphony.org
National Museum of African American Music
Another great way to experience music in Nashville is by visiting the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM). The museum invites visitors to explore the significant role African Americans have played in shaping multiple genres of American music. Offering six unique galleries — the Roots Theater, Rivers of Rhythm, Wade in the Water, Crossroads, A Love Supreme, One Nation Under Groove, and The Message — you can explore historic music memorabilia, clothing, and artifacts.
RESTAURANTS
Audrey
Audrey is inspired by Appalachian cuisine and Chef Sean Brock’s maternal grandmother. Offering a five-course prix fixe menu that changes frequently, sample dishes include strawberry gazpacho, Maine lobster, and the Border Springs Lamb Duo. Don’t forget to pair your meal with one of Audrey’s unique, handcrafted cocktails!
Commons Club
Located on the ground floor of the Virgin Hotel Nashville, Commons Club is known for its upscale cocktails and globally inspired menu. With Chef Ryan Lachaine at the helm, guests can enjoy morning, noon, and evening meals, as the restaurant offers exceptional breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner menus. Favorites include the herbed waffle, eggs Benedict, and Commons Club Burger.
Drusie & Darr
Inside The Hermitage Hotel, you’ll find Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Drusie & Darr. Designed by architect Thomas Juul-Hansen, the space offers a neutral color palette with mother-of-pearl pendant lamps, elegant tables, and more. Offering a globally inspired menu that highlights Tennessee produce, Drusie & Darr offers everything from plant-based dishes to oven-fired pizzas and handcrafted cocktails.
Halls Chophouse Restaurant
South Carolina-based Halls Chophouse Restaurant opened its first out-of-state location in Nashville just weeks ago. Located in the Broadwest building, the steakhouse will offer everything from Lowcountry seafood to soups, steaks, and creative cocktails. Designed by architecture firm Garvin Design Group, the restaurant will house over 10,000 square feet of interior dining space and 2,000 square feet of exterior dining space.
The Continental
Whether you’re staying at Grand Hyatt Nashville or not, you can’t go wrong paying a visit to Chef Sean Brock’s on-site restaurant, The Continental. Inspired by American restaurants and hotels from the 19th and early 20th centuries, you can expect to find dishes like oysters, prime rib, fish, venison, and more. (SB TIP: After dinner, head to The Vesper Club to enjoy an intimate martini and caviar tasting experience!)
The Pink Hermit
Also inside The Hermitage Hotel and led by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, The Pink Hermit is an all-day café serving everything from grab-and-go pastries to kick-start your morning to a glass of wine and snacks to cap off your evening. The café has recently begun collaborating with Draper James to host “Spillin’ Tea with Draper James,” an afternoon tea event inspired by Reese Witherspoon’s cookbook, Whiskey in a Teacup.
Yolan Restaurant
Led by James Beard Award winner and Michelin-starred Chef Tony Mantuano and wine and hospitality expert Cathy Mantuano, Yolan offers authentic Italian cuisine. Located inside The Joseph, Yolan serves seasonal five- and eight-course tasting menus inspired by different regions of Italy. Right now, the tasting menu is inspired by Puglia and includes marinated mussels, risotto, halibut, and more.
No matter how you spend your time in Nashville, these hotels, experiences, and restaurants exude luxury and Southern charm!
This article is sponsored by Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. All photography provided.
Your StyleBlueprint AI Companion
