The Peabody MemphisvsTalbot Heirs Guesthouse
Talbot Heirs Guesthouse and The Peabody Memphis are both praised by writers. Overall, The Peabody Memphis scores significantly higher than Talbot Heirs Guesthouse. The Peabody Memphis is ranked #1 in Memphis with recommendations from 13 reviewers including Star Service, Gayot and Michelin Guide.
The Peabody Memphis Show All Reviews
149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
From $169/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Even if you're not staying here, it's worth a stop to see this 12-story downtown landmark, built in 1925." Full review
Rough Guide
"Rooms are comfortably elegant, while the glorious lobby is an attraction in itself, with a friendly, relaxed bar."
Star Service
"Blessed with a distinguished patina, The Peabody overshadows the equally historic Hermitage in Nashville, with its gracious air. " Full review
Michelin Guide
"Guests gather in the two-story lobby at 11am and 5pm to watch the resident ducks march down a red carpet to take their rightful place in the famous marble fountain."
Gayot
"This opulent property is primarily a convention and event hotel where you'll find teams for everything from weddings to executive board meetings to banquets for 3,000."
DK Eyewitness
"The twice-daily march of the ducks on a red carpet through the lobby is the entertainment highlight at this historic downtown hotels, known as the South's Grand Hotel."
Concierge
"This 14-story Italian Renaissance Revival landmark has been the preeminent Memphis hotel since opening downtown in 1869."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The Peabody is a Memphis landmark. Perhaps best known for its signature ducks that march twice daily to splash in the hotel's fountain, this grand hotel is also a shopping destination." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Mississippi Delta's most storied hotel, the Peabody has been catering to a Who's Who of Southern gentry since the 1860s." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Peabody is not quite as buttoned-up as one would expect from such a grand, historic, luxury property -- the place where Elvis Presley also had his senior prom." Full review
Talbot Heirs Guesthouse
99 South Second Street, Memphis, TN 38103
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Family Friendly
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's
"This guesthouse is unique place to stay in the heart of downtown Memphis." Full review
Rough Guide
"Characterful, friendly and comfortable family-run place near Beale St. Each of the eight themed suites has a kitchenette, CD player and internet access."
Michelin Guide
"A favorite with celebrities, this intimate property sits across the street from the Peabody, and just a block from Historic Beale Street."
Gayot
"In a world where 100-plus room properties define themselves as boutique hotels, this place stays true to the definition."
Concierge
"Sitting in the Peabody's morning shadow (and a hop, skip, and jump from its legendary bar), the seven-room Talbot Heirs is an oft-overlooked home away from home."
Frommer's
"It's much hipper than most other B and Bs. The inn's spacious rooms are each boldly designed in different color schemes—from light purple to red-orange—and all have cozy sitting and dining areas." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Inconspicuously located on the 2nd floor of a busy downtown street, this cheerful guesthouse is one of Memphis' best kept and most unique secrets." Full review