Memphis Hotels
Price categories for a standard double room are as follows:
$$$$ (over US$300)
$$$ (US$200 to US$299)
$$ (US$100 to US$199)
$ (under US$100)
Tax of 15.95% is extra. Check hotel websites for online specials. Breakfast is not included unless specified.
Luxury
One of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the upscale Madison overlooks the mighty Mississippi River and has the best view in town. Transformed from an original bank building, the hotel reflects sophisticated hospitality and style. Guestrooms pamper with European linen, down comforters and duvets, luxurious furnishings, stocked mini-bar, coffee maker and high-speed Internet access. Thursday-night rooftop parties feature live jazz or blues and afford a spectacular view of Fourth of July fireworks. Special packages include in-room massages, a night out at the theatre, or a romantic rooftop dinner overlooking the Mississippi River. The fitness centre occupies the original bank vault and includes an indoor heated lap pool. Continental breakfast is complimentary. The adjacent chic and sophisticated Grill 83 New York-style bistro comes highly recommended.
79 Madison Avenue
Tel: (901) 333 1200.
Website: www.madisonhotelmemphis.com
Price: $$$-$$$$
The South's Grand Hotel is the epitome of luxury, elegance and Southern hospitality, and the social hub of Downtown Memphis. This 1869 historic landmark was restored to its original splendour in 1981 by local developer Jack Belz. Don't miss the famous Peabody Ducks' twice daily march at 1100 and 1700 to and from the ornate marble lobby fountain. The 464 spacious rooms and 16 suites exude simple elegance and class, with upscale toiletries, pillow top mattresses, down pillows and comforters. Located near the pool and fitness centre, Gould's Day Spa & Salon offers the ultimate pampering packages. The hotel provides a 24-hour business centre, exclusive shopping arcade, Sunday brunch on the Skyway and Thursday-night rooftop parties for dancing under the stars to live bands. Chez Philippe is the ultimate dining experience for an elegant night out.
149 Union Avenue
Tel: (901) 529 4000.
Website: www.peabodymemphis.com
Price: $$$-$$$$
Moderate
The only place to stay for the dedicated Elvis fan on a Graceland pilgrimage. A fashionable boutique hotel in retro 1950s style, the heartbeat of Elvis throbs from the moment you enter the lobby furnished in bold harlequin patterns and his voice croons over the airwaves. There are 128 rooms and four lavish themed suites which each celebrate a different aspect of Elvis' life. Examples include the slushy Burning Love Suite. There's also a heart-shaped pool and Elvis' music and videos play 24 hours. All rooms have kitchenettes and photos of the King on the walls. A short walkway opens into the car park of Graceland.
3677 Elvis Presley Boulevard
Tel: (901) 332 1000 or 1 877 777 0606.
Website: www.elvis.com
Price: $$
Chic new boutique hotel in Midtown, in the heart of the Medical Center district and less than one block from Interstate 240. Ideally located on the trolley line, only two miles from downtown. Contemporary décor, king and queen rooms feature complimentary broadband, cable TV and DVD players. Breakfast included. Exercise room and free parking.
1177 Madison Avenue
Tel: (901) 692 9136.
Website: www.genxinnhotel.com
Price: $$
Contemporary downtown B&B with eight uniquely individual suites. Each decorated in bold colours with plantation shutters on the windows, cool tile floors and throw rugs. Both studios and one-bedroom suites are spacious, almost apartment-size, and simply, but comfortably furnished. All have full kitchens, stocked with extras such as cereal and yoghurt, biscotti to go with the coffee, and popcorn by the microwave. Owners Tom and Sandy Franck are gracious hosts and will even stock a kitchen with groceries prior to a guest's arrival. The perfect home-away-from-home for long- or short-term stays. Talbot Heirs is conveniently located opposite The Peabody Hotel and just minutes from Beale Street.
99 South Second Street
Tel: (901) 527 9772 or 1 800 955 3956.
Website: www.talbotheirs.com
Price: $$
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