Centered around the Grand Ole Opry, the mecca of country music, located in Nashville, Tennessee, Opryland features more than just the renowned music hall. The resort houses a golf course, nightclubs and restaurants. Almost an indoor city, Gaylord Opryland has acres of glass-covered gardens, waterways and distinctive guest rooms with private balconies. Entertainment is a big part of the Opryland experience, with nightly shows and extravaganzas held throughout the year. Opryland also operates a riverboat cruise on the nearby Cumberland River.
The Opryland resort considers itself the "epitome of modern Southern hospitality." With 2,881 guestrooms, this is an expansive resort and part of Nashville's famous Grand Ole Opry, the legendary music hall that has hosted the greatest names in country music. The hotel has its own golf course, Gaylord Springs, described as a "Scottish links-style" course, as well as a large fitness center, a spa and an outdoor pool. An airport shuttle and room service are available day and night. Opryland has a nonsmoking policy that includes all rooms, common areas and restaurants.
Gaylord Opryland Resort
2800 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
615-889-1000
gaylordhotels.com
Located within walking distance of the Grand Ole Opry, the Radisson features 303 hotel rooms. Rooms have free Internet, coffee service, a safe, and flat-screen TVs. Two-suite rooms are available that have a private bedroom and a living space. An atrium-style hotel, the Radisson has an indoor pool as well as an on-site Applebee's restaurant. The hotel has an airport shuttle and a 24-hour business center. This is a 100 percent nonsmoking hotel.
Radisson Hotel at Opryland
2401 Music Valley Drive
Nashville TN 37214
800-395-7046
615-889-0800
radisson.com
Fiddler's Inn is located just half a mile from the Grand Ole Opry and has 204 standard rooms plus two family-style Jacuzzi suites. The hotel offers complimentary pastries and coffee each morning. A popular hotel with tour groups and motor homes, Fiddler's has an outdoor pool that is open seasonally. Special deals are available, which require a coupon that can be printed directly from the inn's website. Specials change periodically and provide a variety of discounts. There are restaurants within walking distance.
Fiddlers Inn
2410 Music Valley Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
877-223-7621
615-885-1440
fiddlers-inn.com
Located adjacent to Opryland, the Holiday Inn Express is just a five-minute walk from the resort. The hotel features rooms with free Wi-FI, local calls, newspaper and breakfast. Rooms have hair dryers, irons, a microwave and a mini-fridge. The indoor pool is open year-round and a fitness center can be accessed 24 hours a day, every day. Rooms are available with either a single bed or two double beds.
Holiday Inn Nashville-Opryland
2461 McGavock Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
888-465-4329
615-829-7777
hiexpress.com
