Welcome to The Hermitage Hotel, located at 231 6th Avenue North, Nashville, TNâŻ37219âa building thatâs not just a place to crash, but a living slice of Music City magic. Nashvilleâs original million-dollar hotel, opened in 1910, is this Beaux-Arts beauty is the only commercial building in Tennessee of its kind.
Commissioned by 250 Nashvillians and designed by famed architect J.E.R. Carpenter, its halls have hosted presidents, suffrage activists, country legendsâyou name it.
⨠Highlights & Vibes
đď¸ Grand Beaux-Arts Lobby: Think sienna marble, stained glass ceilings, ornamental plasterworkâand yes, that jaw-dropping staircase. Just restored and glowing brighter than ever.
đ°ď¸ Iconic History: In 1920, this hotel was the nerve center for the final push on the 19th Amendmentânicknamed the âThird House.â Carrie Chapman Catt and anti-suffragists rubbed elbows right here.
đś Music City Roots: Home to the Francis Craig Orchestra, which helped launch the Grand Ole Opry and birthplace of Nashvilleâs first million-selling record, âNear You.â Talk about cred.
đď¸ Rooms That Whisper Luxury
Spacious & Sophisticated: Average 500âŻft² rooms decked out with vintage charm and modern comfortsâtables that double as workspaces, sleek minibars, plush furnishings, and yes, distilled water (no typhoid, thanks).
Instagram-Famous Menâs Room: Green tile, Art Deco flairâvoted âBest Restroom in Americaâ in 2008 and still a top photo spot.
đ˝ď¸ Epic Eats & Chic Sips
Drusie & Darr: Under Michelin-starred Jean-Georgesâ wingâsouthern-driven cuisine in a vibe-heavy setting with stone, metal, and leather accents. Massive design overhaul in 2022.
The Pink Hermit: That insta-perfect pastel cafĂŠâpink & gray marble, coffee in the AM, wine in the PM. Styled by Jean-Georges, too.
Rose Boutique: Souvenirs, luxe local goods, and all things Nashville chicâyour one-stop shop for that perfect gift.
â Why It Rocks
Historic Landmark Status: Tennesseeâs only National Historic Landmark hotel, added to the registry in 2020 as a tribute to its role in suffrage history.
Game-Day Central: Offers for football fans and concert-goers, game-day elevators to your suite, and VIP access to Nashville's hottest events.
Downtown Hub: Steps from the State Capitol, Ryman Auditorium, Broadway music scene, Printerâs Alley, the convention centerâitâs all walkable
đŻ Quick Hits
Valet Parking: $58/day
Pet-Friendly: Furry friends welcome ($150 fee, service animals exempt)
Check-In/Out: 4âŻPMâmidnight / 11âŻAM
Airport: 9.5âŻmi from BNA (approx. 20âŻmin drive via Iâ40)
đ Surrounding Attractions
Capitol & Statehouse: A stoneâs throw awayâperfect if you're into politics or architecture.
Ryman Auditorium: Catch an unforgettable live show at the âMother Church of Country Music.â
Broadway & Printerâs Alley: Walk through honky-tonks, dive bars, neon-streetscapes, and live tunes.
Adventure Science Center, Belle Meade Plantation, Centennial Park + Parthenon: Quick drives or rides away for family-friendly outings and cultural immersion.
đ Final Take:
The Hermitage Hotel isnât just a stayâitâs an experience. Whether you're into rich history, high-end design, or down-home southern hospitality, it's got you covered. This is where movers, shakers, and music-makers have lingered since 1910, and it's still Nashvilleâs ultimate downtown delight.
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