Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention CentervsHampton Inn Nashville-Vanderbilt
Both Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center and Hampton Inn Nashville / Vanderbilt are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center scores significantly higher than Hampton Inn Nashville / Vanderbilt. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center comes in at #5 in Nashville with recommendations from 9 publications such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Gayot.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The Gaylord Opryland Hotel is as over-the-top as Dolly Parton's bouffant, and just as endearing."
Fodor's
"This sprawling complex, now part of the Marriott group, is a fantastic urban getaway, with a spa, indoor and outdoor pool, a riverboat ride, waterfall, and 10,000 tropical plants." Full review
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Be sure to check out Jack Daniel's Saloon where the BBQ is smoked using barrels that once stored whiskey.
Star Service
"The friendly staff is well-trained and efficient, keeping guests on track and extending genuine hospitality conducive to this southern locale." Full review
Gayot
"This massive property has almost 3,000 guest rooms and suites. They are Southern in style (think traditional) and comfy, with all the expected amenities."
Zagat
4.2
"At the heart of this massive hotel are three atria covered by some eight acres of glass, forming vast greenhouses full of tropical plants, pathways, bridges and fountains."
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a true destination resort and among the nation’s most popular venues for major conventions." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This Opry-themed resort is a playground for those who want an all-encompassing musical getaway comprised of well-appointed rooms, indoor gardens and on-site entertainment." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The 3,000 room resort destination is set on the Cumberland River, minutes from Nashville International Airport and a short drive (or riverboat cruise) from downtown"
Nashville Travel Guide
February 26, 2021
Frommer's
"Whether you're into country music or not, a tour of this palatial property, with its 85-foot water fountains, tropical foliage, and winding "rivers," has become almost obligatory." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Gaylord Opryland is a property like no other, encompassing a spa, a multitude of restaurants, and its crown jewel: SoundWaves"
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Hampton Inn Nashville-Vanderbilt
1919 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
From $93/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Frommer's
"This reliable chain is just 1 block from Vanderbilt University and 6 blocks from both Music Row and the Parthenon." Full review
Fodor's
"The rooms at this contemporary inn near Vanderbilt University are colorful and spacious. There's a hospitality suite for social or business use." Full review
Gayot
"This reliable chain hotel provides all the basics and then some."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Hampton Inn Nashville/Vanderbilt offers attractive amenities that enhance its value." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The ground-floor Commodore Grille holds frequent songwriters' nights that feature excellent Music City talent...all rooms come standard with a mini-fridge and a microwave." Full review