Hilton Nashville Downtown
All-suite downtown hotel with Lower Broad views, steps from Bridgestone Arena and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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Hilton Nashville Downtown is an all-suite hotel positioned directly in the center of the city's entertainment and convention corridor. Guests consistently praise the spacious rooms with natural light, excellent views of Lower Broad, and on-site dining at The Palm Restaurant. However, valet parking is expensive and checkout can involve long elevator waits from lower floors. 1391715
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What travelers noticed
- The downtown location puts guests right across from the Country Music Hall of Fame, Music City Center, and Bridgestone Arena. 1384
- Rooms feature large layouts with plenty of natural light, and some units include outdoor decks. 317
- Bathrooms are equipped with Crabtree and Evelyn toiletries and adjustable shower heads with handheld wands. 3138
- Breakfast provides a solid selection that includes made-to-order omelets, waffles, and biscuits. 1
The catch
Who it's for
- — Concert and arena attendees
- — Country Music Hall of Fame visitors
- — Downtown conference travelers
Skip it if
- — Travelers driving manual transmission cars
- — Budget-focused visitors avoiding valet fees
Seen on camera
12 moments · 3 videos · Hilton Nashville Downtown
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“the hotels in this nice downtown area so there's a whole bunch of stuff going on if you can see the Country Music Hall o…”
youtube.com0:20“above it is are beverage options so live a kettle here instead to do drip coffee so that's kind of fun so let's take a l…”
youtube.com2:29“I'm in a king room so I've got a big yummy king bed dressed in white linens”
youtube.com4:05“let's take another pan and around there's the another light so there's a lot of light plus there's a ton of natural ligh…”
youtube.com5:28“Check-in is easy, starting from 4:00 p.m. and you can enjoy a relaxed check-out by 12:00 p.m.”
youtube.com0:43“I have a little mini fridge there it's empty which is nice put stuff in”
youtube.com3:04“now the evening hors d'oeuvres were nice they had the tortilla chips lobster quiche kind of thing veggie Samoas and choc…”
youtube.com3:09“take a look at this that someone's either authentic or replica gold record presented to Mary Louise to commemorate the s…”
youtube.com1:43“so you come in immediately to the right you have the bathroom with this nice mirrors on the light I have Crabtree soap s…”
youtube.com1:23“we've got an occasional chair with a light above and then this focal point and it is like a wallpaper mural so that's co…”
youtube.com3:31“Inside, you'll find a variety of well-appointed rooms, all designed with your comfort in mind.”
youtube.com0:59“and then let's check out The View you have Bridgestone Arena right over there and then just some gorgeous views and then…”
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Score breakdown
How the 90/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
94- “A nicely designed bathroom with large counter, elegant taps and controls, supplied soap, shower cap and tissues. All bathroom supplies are by Crabtree and Evelyn.” 13
- “right here to my left I have bathroom so this is a shower only room it's kind of nice tile Cur tile round this looks nice actually it's got a handheld wand and a large adjustable shower head so I have a lot of options” 3
Location
98- “This time we spent a week at the Hilton downtown. This is the perfect hotel to stay in when you are visiting Nashville as it is right across the road from the Convention Center, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Bridgestone Arena where the hockey and basketball teams play.” 13
- “The Hilton is great - cannot beat the location for Broadway, Bridgestone Arena, etc.” 1
Room
92- “I just stayed at the Hyatt and it was great. Nice big room. Comfortable quiet and clean. Easy walk to the main strip.” 17
- “and then let's check out The View you have Bridgestone Arena right over there and then just some gorgeous views and then if you make a right see the bedroom I had before the one king bed with also some great views” 82:03
Service
90- “Mag-reply I-share paigesto • 2 taon ang nakalipas Just stayed there last week and I agree...and the staff was AMAZING. Just stayed there last week and I agree...and the staff was AMAZING. Everyone so nice. I honestly haven't felt that level of staff since pre covid.” 1
- “now the evening hors d'oeuvres were nice they had the tortilla chips lobster quiche kind of thing veggie Samoas and chocolate chip cookies that were amazing” 83:09
Bed & Sleep
91- “Very comfortable bed with 4 pillows, 2 bedside tables with lamps, phone, alarm and various plug points available.” 13
- “Renaissance - Very convenient for 5th & Broad (where Assembly Hall is), as they have an exit into it (not surprising as they kept part of the old convention center and the rest was torn down to build 5th & Broad).” 17
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-04
Where it sits
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Stay value
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On par with what $$ usually buys
Scores 2 points above the mid-range median of 88, across 402 hotels in the same bracket. In Nashville it sits 2 points above the local median of 88.
- This hotel
- 90
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 88
Based on 402 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
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- “Check in was uneventful. It had a more formal than welcoming vibe than the Aertson Nashville, but check-in was fast and efficient.” 4
- “Check out can be a pain if you are not on a high floor (solution, go up to go down if you are below level 25 or so? - that is what I did).” 17
- “I've stayed at the Renaissance, it's just far enough away to be quiet, it's kind of dated but still a really nice hotel. We usually stay a little farther out at the Millennium Maxwell House on N Rosa Parks. Not as nice as the downtown hotels but not as expensive either.” 17
- “Check-in is easy, starting from 4:00 p.m. and you can enjoy a relaxed check-out by 12:00 p.m.” On camera60:43
- “No pool in the place, but it is a historic, boutique hotel. They do have happy hour, although not free, and a great rooftop bar called Rare Bird, with nice views of the city.” 17
- “I have a little mini fridge there it's empty which is nice put stuff in” On camera33:04
- “now the evening hors d'oeuvres were nice they had the tortilla chips lobster quiche kind of thing veggie Samoas and chocolate chip cookies that were amazing” On camera83:09
- “I've stayed at the Renaissance, it's just far enough away to be quiet, it's kind of dated but still a really nice hotel.” 17
- “Best part is we had to pay $65 for valet, but had to park our own car because the couldn't drive manual.” 18
- “Oh wow - quite the review! Just stayed there last week and I agree...and the staff was AMAZING. Everyone so nice. I honestly haven't felt that level of staff since pre covid.” 1
- “Mag-reply I-share paigesto • 2 taon ang nakalipas Just stayed there last week and I agree...and the staff was AMAZING. Just stayed there last week and I agree...and the staff was AMAZING. Everyone so nice. I honestly haven't felt that level of staff since pre covid.” 1
- “Additionally, guests can enjoy the exceptional cuisine of The Palm Restaurant, renowned for its excellent food and superior service.” 15
- “Heated indoor pool with a sundeck. Nice hotel restaurant. This woulid be the 2nd closest to the action.” 17
- “During breakfast hours, there is more traffic and there are some healthy options for breakfast, including a fruit cup.” 4
- “Heated indoor pool with a sundeck. Nice hotel restaurant.” 17
- “Gray & Dudley's, their restaurant, has a good happy hour (even better one across the street).” 17
- “Hotel was clean, the breakfast was pretty good, the bacon was amazing!” 17
- “Breakfast was nice--lots of selection, including made to order omelets and waffles.” 1
- “above it is are beverage options so live a kettle here instead to do drip coffee so that's kind of fun so let's take a look at this it's the drip kit so I'm going to check this out oh that sounds good toffee cocoa and dark cherry” On camera32:29
- “A nicely designed bathroom with large counter, elegant taps and controls, supplied soap, shower cap and tissues. All bathroom supplies are by Crabtree and Evelyn.” 13
- “right here to my left I have bathroom so this is a shower only room it's kind of nice tile Cur tile round this looks nice actually it's got a handheld wand and a large adjustable shower head so I have a lot of options” 3
- “so you come in immediately to the right you have the bathroom with this nice mirrors on the light I have Crabtree soap see the mirror beautiful sink you have a bathroom you have the shower also with the Crabtree amenities” On camera81:23
- “Looking at the Ryman it's an 11 minute walk from the Garden Inn and 27 minutes from Virgin. We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Was clean and had no issues while there.” 18
- “Situated in the heart of Downtown Nashville, the Hilton Nashville Downtown enjoys a prime location, making it the perfect base for exploring the vibrant city.” 15
- “the hotels in this nice downtown area so there's a whole bunch of stuff going on if you can see the Country Music Hall of Fame we have Music City Center and again just board these gorgeous views shout to the hotel right over there” On camera80:20
- “The Hilton is great - cannot beat the location for Broadway, Bridgestone Arena, etc.” 1
- “I would go for the Drury on 3rd and Korean Vets Blvd. great location and easy to get picked up by Uber.” 17
- “The downtown Nashville Embassy Suites was the best hotel I've ever stayed in personally. Loved the rooms, location, layout, and hotel food/drink options.” 1
- “Walk to Broadway was easy, 2-3 blocks. Breakfast was included in my rate.” 17
- “I just stayed at the Hyatt and it was great. Nice big room. Comfortable quiet and clean. Easy walk to the main strip.” 17
- “"Booking a room here is a good bet if you plan to spend time at LP Field... or the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, both of which are within short walking distance of the Hilton."” 11
- “Looking at the Ryman it's an 11 minute walk from the Garden Inn and 27 minutes from Virgin. We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go.” 18
- “Mag-reply I-share Bigbadbrindledog • 2 taon ang nakalipas We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Was clean and had no issues while there.” 18
- “We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go.” 18
- “An all-suite hotel in the best physical position downtown, let down by room condition and a $61 valet charge. Book it for the location and the space, not the finish.” 9
- “Recently stayed at the Downtown Hilton. Location is great but the music from Broadway can keep you awake if you aren't out partying late.” 1
- “I just stayed in Tempo by Hilton and it was very nice, everything is nearby.” 17
- “Upscale all-suites at reasonable rates feel a bit cavernous, but the location is unbeatable for tourists and business travelers.” 11
- “The hotel's location is fantastic and it is very walk-able. You don't need a car, as you're only a few minutes walk away from the country music hall of fame and museum, as well as many restaurants/bars/shops in downtown Nashville.” 4
- “The hotel's prime location means you're just steps away from legendary music venues, delicious restaurants, and unique shops.” 6
- “This time we spent a week at the Hilton downtown. This is the perfect hotel to stay in when you are visiting Nashville as it is right across the road from the Convention Center, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Bridgestone Arena where the hockey and basketball teams play.” 13
- “Downtown's most central luxury hotel puts you steps from honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and sports venues.” 11
- “Stayed at the Hyatt Place this past weekend. A few sirens in the middle of the night but quiet and maybe a 3 block safe walk to Broadway.” 17
- “Yes, it's new and the location is great for a downtown visitor. As a new hotel, it may have some things to work out.” 2
- “We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Was clean and had no issues while there.” 18
- “Getting to the Moxy can be a pain, esp. at night. It is difficult for Uber's to get in there and expensive.” 17
- “After this becoming the most popular hotel on Facebooks Nashville Visitors, the rates have skyrocketed. As such, I don't think it is worth it unless you can get a deal.” 17
- “Great value, nice executive lounge if you qualify, lovely atrium and all the necessary facilities.” 13
- “Upscale all-suites at reasonable rates feel a bit cavernous, but the location is unbeatable for tourists and business travelers.” 11
- “the side facing the amphitheater and there happens to be a show. Also, parking is only $42 while other hotels range $50-$60. It's a great value.” 17
- “We usually stay a little farther out at the Millennium Maxwell House on N Rosa Parks. Not as nice as the downtown hotels but not as expensive either.” 17
- “Very comfortable bed with 4 pillows, 2 bedside tables with lamps, phone, alarm and various plug points available.” 13
- “Renaissance - Very convenient for 5th & Broad (where Assembly Hall is), as they have an exit into it (not surprising as they kept part of the old convention center and the rest was torn down to build 5th & Broad).” 17
- “Stay away from Moxy, you will not sleep.” 17
- “6 year Uber driver here: Stay away from Moxy, you will not sleep.” 17
- “I'm in a king room so I've got a big yummy king bed dressed in white linens” On camera34:05
- “Iba pang mga reply Iba pang mga reply [na-delete] • 2 taon ang nakalipas We stayed at the virgin and liked it. We stayed at the virgin and liked it. The room was nice and the atmosphere was nice.” 18
- “let's take another pan and around there's the another light so there's a lot of light plus there's a ton of natural light in this room” On camera35:28
- “A friend stayed at the Moxy. They had a room with no windows. That was insane.” 17
- “[na-delete] • 2 taon ang nakalipas We stayed at the virgin and liked it. We stayed at the virgin and liked it. The room was nice and the atmosphere was nice.” 18
- “The view from the room was pretty good.” 4
- “I just stayed at the Hyatt and it was great. Nice big room.” 17
- “Has decks in the 1 bed and larger units, which is nice when it is not too cold.” 17
- “I just stayed at the Hyatt and it was great. Nice big room. Comfortable quiet and clean. Easy walk to the main strip.” 17
- “Rooms are nice with the extra room to spread out.” 1
- “and then let's check out The View you have Bridgestone Arena right over there and then just some gorgeous views and then if you make a right see the bedroom I had before the one king bed with also some great views” On camera82:03
- “I just stayed at the Hyatt and it was great. Nice big room. Comfortable quiet and clean.” 17
- “Full kitchen in each unit. I did not find the noise to be a problem for sleeping. One of my personal faves.” 17
- “Moxy - Closest to the honkytonks and I have heard the rooms, overall, are not extremely noisy ... except the ones that butt up against Kid Rocks. But I would question how heavy a sleeper they were, as too much noise on all sides and across the street - Kid Rock's, Lainey Wilsons, Show Pony, Posty Aldean's 32 Bridge (yes, three bars, but they all join).” 17
- “take a look at this that someone's either authentic or replica gold record presented to Mary Louise to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies so I'm like huh interesting got a cool little feature defin this is the Music City” On camera31:43
- “I was soooooo glad I didn't choose the Moxy. It is surrounded by loud bars.” 17
- “Other than traffic noise, this should be fine. Higher rooms have a much better view, of course.” 17
- “I did not find the noise to be a problem for sleeping. One of my personal faves.” 17
- “I did not find the noise to be a problem for sleeping.” 17
- “The trade-off is noise. Fourth Avenue South is one block from the loudest stretch of Broadway in the country, and the honky-tonks run live music from late morning until 2am, seven days a week.” 9
- “I was concerned that it would get very noisy at night, but it was fine. You can hear the music and street noises on occasion, but nothing that would disrupt from a restful sleep.” 4
- “Stayed at the Hyatt Place this past weekend. A few sirens in the middle of the night but quiet and maybe a 3 block safe walk to Broadway.” 17
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
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- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
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- 9Hilton Nashville Downtown Guide: All-Suite, $61 Valetbesthiltonhotels.comReview site2026-08-13Current2 quotes used
“An all-suite hotel in the best physical position downtown, let down by room condition and a $61 valet charge. Book it for the location and the space, not the finish.”
Read originalbesthiltonhotels.com - 17Downtown Nashville Hotels : r/VisitingNashvillereddit.comForum thread2025-11-03Recent37 quotes used
“Check out can be a pain if you are not on a high floor (solution, go up to go down if you are below level 25 or so? - that is what I did).”
Read originalreddit.com - 13Review: Hilton Hotel in downtown Nashvilletravelupdate.comReview site2025-02-28Recent5 quotes used
“A nicely designed bathroom with large counter, elegant taps and controls, supplied soap, shower cap and tissues. All bathroom supplies are by Crabtree and Evelyn.”
Read originaltravelupdate.com - 1Embassy or Hilton Downtown with Executive Loungereddit.comForum thread2024-07-27Ageing14 quotes used
“The Hilton is great - cannot beat the location for Broadway, Bridgestone Arena, etc.”
Read originalreddit.com - 18Virgin Hotels Nashville or Hilton Garden Inn ...reddit.comForum thread2024-07-02Ageing8 quotes used
“Looking at the Ryman it's an 11 minute walk from the Garden Inn and 27 minutes from Virgin. We stayed at the HGI for a guy's trip and it worked great, short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. Was clean and had no issues…”
Read originalreddit.com - 2[Tourist Question] Is Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown ...reddit.comForum thread2024-02-03Ageing1 quote used
“Yes, it's new and the location is great for a downtown visitor. As a new hotel, it may have some things to work out.”
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