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Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention CentervsSheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. On balance, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center scores significantly higher than Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center ranks #5 in Nashville with accolades from 9 publications such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Concierge
Fodor's
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Oyster
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Travel + Leisure
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."
Zagat4.2
"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."
OysterUpscale
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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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Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Lonely Planet Gayot
BlackBook Star Service Fodor's
623 Union Street, Nashville, TN 37219
From $159/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A 25-floor hotel near the state building, the Sheraton caters primarily to a corporate set and thus offers lower rates on weekends." Full review
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Ask for a room ending in the numbers 9,10,11, or 12 - they've got great views of the capitol building.
Gayot "This 28-story, atrium-style hotel offers both tourists and business travelers an upscale alternative to the numerous mid-level properties scattered throughout the city."
BlackBook "If you're looking for reasonably priced stay in the heart of Downtown, then the Sheraton is the place for you."
Star Service "Premium rooms add magnifying mirrors and robes in the average baths, along with fax machines and access to the private lounge for Continental breakfast and evening snacks. " Full review
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The beds amp up the comfort level in the rooms, with pillow-top mattresses and excellent bedding, and guests choose their pillows from a menu offering foam and feather models.
Fodor's "Located to the north of Honky Tonk Row and the Ryman Theatre, Sheraton Grand Nashville offers guests an impressive place to call home while in Nashville." Full review
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Guests can choose from healthy options, chef's choice, or favorites like waffles and pancakes.
