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Top-rated hotels in Memphis
This shortlist gathers the top-rated hotels in Memphis, all 4-star, each scoring 4.0 or higher from guests. It is for travellers who want a dependable, well-reviewed base, whether they come for Beale Street music, the riverfront or business.
Staying in Memphis
Memphis is a city of music heritage, from blues and soul to rock 'n' roll, with Beale Street and Graceland as its major attractions. Its barbecue and civil rights history draw visitors too, and the Mississippi riverfront and the FedExForum anchor the downtown experience. Spring and fall bring mild temperatures and outdoor comfort. The hotels on this list sit across several districts. Several are downtown, on or near Union Avenue and Beale Street, and in the South Main Arts District, near galleries, studios and the National Civil Rights Museum. Downtown suits couples and short-break visitors who want nightlife on foot; the outlying hotels suit families and drivers who prefer quieter, more residential surroundings.
The shortlist
Ranked by guest rating, then number of reviews.
River Inn of Harbor Town
50 Harbor Town Sq, Memphis, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSet in Harbor Town, this 4-star address puts guests right on the river, so ask for a room facing the water. A restaurant, bar and 24-hour front desk cover the essentials, and the terrace is a quiet spot at the end of the day. Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 619 guests, it suits travellers who want a calmer stay roughly 6.1 km from the centre and are happy to hop in a car rather than walk everywhere.
See River Inn of Harbor TownArrive Memphis
477 S Main St, Memphis, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereYou stay here for the location as much as the building: it sits on South Main St, and the 4.6 out of 5 from 546 guests suggests the formula works. Breakfast is served on site, the bar handles the evenings, and pets are welcome. Parking and valet parking are both available, which matters in this part of town. Roughly 5.9 km from the centre, it appeals to couples and small groups who want their day and night within walking distance of the door.
See Arrive MemphisThe Peabody Memphis
149 Union Avenue Memphis Tn 38103, Memphis, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe facilities run deep: a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, massage and a Jacuzzi, so there is plenty to do without leaving the building. Union Avenue places it about 5.3 km from the centre. It suits guests who want a large, established hotel with everything under one roof.
See The Peabody MemphisThe Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton
545 South Main, Memphis, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereFamily rooms are available, so it works for parents travelling with children as well as for guests who want the evening close at hand. Guest rating: 4.3 out of 5 from 875 reviews.
See The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by HiltonThe Westin Memphis Beale Street
170 Lt Geo W Lee Ave, Memphis, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereFor anyone whose trip revolves around live music, this Beale Street address is hard to beat from a logistics point of view. The 4.2 out of 5 rating comes from 1476 reviews, and the hotel covers the basics well with a concierge, room service and a restaurant on site. Parking and valet parking are both offered, and pets are allowed, which helps guests arriving by car or with a dog in tow. It sits about 5.4 km from the centre.
See The Westin Memphis Beale StreetMarriott Memphis East
5795 Poplar Ave, Memphis, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn Poplar Ave, it is the furthest-out of the options listed at 12 km from the centre, so a car or the parking on site is useful. With 1237 reviews giving it 4.1 out of 5, it fits families and longer stays that value space over proximity.
See Marriott Memphis EastHyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
33 Beale St, Memphis, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay herePositioned on Beale St, this 4-star hotel keeps guests close to the city's entertainment while offering an outdoor pool, a salt water pool and a garden for downtime between outings. Room service and a concierge are on hand, and the garage takes care of parking. At roughly 5.7 km from the centre, it is a practical base for people who plan to spend their evenings out and want to fall back to their room easily. It scores 4.1 out of 5 from 768 reviews.
See Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphisvoco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG
179 Madison Avenue, Memphis, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereOn Madison Avenue, this address suits guests who want a straightforward 4-star stay with a restaurant and bar downstairs and breakfast served on the premises. A fitness centre covers the workout, valet parking handles the car, and family rooms are available if you are travelling with children. Guest feedback sits at 4.1 out of 5 across 716 reviews. At about 5.2 km from the centre, it is one of the closer options on this list.
See voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHGCaption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis
245 S. Front Street 245 S. Front Street, Nashville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereThis one is aimed at guests who want to cook and settle in: the facilities include a kitchen, a supermarket on site and a balcony, alongside an outdoor pool and a garden. There is a restaurant and bar for the nights you do not want to bother, and the fitness centre is there for the mornings. It sits roughly 5.8 km from the centre and holds 4.1 out of 5 from 328 reviews, which is the smallest review pool here, so treat the score as a first impression rather than a verdict.
See Caption By Hyatt Beale Street MemphisDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis
5069 Sanderlin Ave, Memphis, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAn indoor pool and a swimming pool make this a sensible pick for families, and the shuttle service and free car parking remove a lot of the usual logistics. A golf course is among the facilities, along with a fitness centre and a restaurant. On Sanderlin Ave, it is about 9.4 km from the centre, which puts it outside the core but still connected by road. The rating is 4.0 out of 5 from 1964 reviews, so the sample is large.
See DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel MemphisCanopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown
164 Union Avenue, Memphis, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Fitness Center
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereUnion Avenue puts this 4-star hotel about 5.3 km from the centre, with a bar and restaurant for the evenings and a fitness centre if you want to start the day with a workout. Pets are allowed. The 4.0 out of 5 rating comes from 740 reviews, a moderate sample for a downtown property.
See Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Inn of Harbor Town | 4.6 | 619 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 6.1 km |
| Arrive Memphis | 4.6 | 546 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 5.9 km |
| The Peabody Memphis | 4.5 | 9,126 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.3 km |
| The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton | 4.3 | 875 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 6.0 km |
| The Westin Memphis Beale Street | 4.2 | 1,476 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 5.4 km |
| Marriott Memphis East | 4.1 | 1,237 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 12.0 km |
| Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis | 4.1 | 768 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.7 km |
| voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG | 4.1 | 716 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 5.2 km |
| Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis | 4.1 | 328 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 5.8 km |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis | 4.0 | 1,964 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 9.4 km |
| Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown | 4.0 | 740 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 5.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Marriott Memphis East has family rooms and an indoor pool, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis adds family rooms, an indoor pool and a shuttle service.
Marriott Memphis East · DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis · The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton
For nightlife
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis and The Westin Memphis Beale Street both stand on Beale Street itself, with bars and restaurants on site.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis · The Westin Memphis Beale Street · Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis
For river views
River Inn of Harbor Town sits at 50 Harbor Town Sq with a river and a terrace, a restaurant and free parking. Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis offers balconies and a garden near the water. Both rate 4.6 and 4.1 respectively from guests.
River Inn of Harbor Town · Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis
For business
The Peabody Memphis pairs a business centre and 24-hour front desk with 9,126 reviews and a 4.5 rating. Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown and voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG both add business centres, express check-in and valet parking close to Union Avenue and Madison Avenue.
The Peabody Memphis · Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown · voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Memphis International Airport (MEM) is the primary airport, about 8 miles south of downtown, with domestic and international flights; taxis, ride-sharing services and shuttles run from the airport to various parts of the city. Memphis is also accessible by car via Interstate 40 and Interstate 55, and Amtrak's City of New Orleans train connects to Chicago and New Orleans. Getting around is easiest by car, though MATA public buses operate throughout the city. Downtown is walkable, with trolley lines on Main Street and Riverfront Loop, and biking is possible in some areas, but distances between attractions can be long.
When to go
The best time to visit Memphis is spring (March to May) and fall (September to November), when temperatures are mild and outdoor activities are comfortable. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures often above 90°F (32°C), while winters are relatively mild, with occasional cold snaps. Major events include the Beale Street Music Festival in May and Memphis in May, which also features barbecue contests. Spring and fall see fewer crowds than summer, though some attractions may have reduced hours in winter.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Memphis?
voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG is 5.2 km from the centre, The Peabody Memphis 5.3 km and Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown 5.3 km. The Westin Memphis Beale Street is 5.4 km away, and Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis 5.7 km. All five sit downtown.
Which Memphis hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at River Inn of Harbor Town, Arrive Memphis, The Peabody Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton, The Westin Memphis Beale Street, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG and Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Marriott Memphis East has an indoor pool and a swimming pool, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis has an indoor pool and a swimming pool. Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis and Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis both offer an outdoor pool, the latter a salt water pool.
Which hotels are best for families?
Marriott Memphis East, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton and voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG list family rooms. DoubleTree adds a shuttle service, and Marriott Memphis East has a tennis court and bowling.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
River Inn of Harbor Town and Arrive Memphis share the highest guest rating at 4.6 out of 5, from 619 and 546 reviews. The Peabody Memphis follows at 4.5 from 9,126 reviews, and The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton rates 4.3 from 875 reviews.
Is parking available at these Memphis hotels?
Parking is listed by River Inn of Harbor Town, Arrive Memphis, The Peabody Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton, The Westin Memphis Beale Street, Marriott Memphis East, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG, Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis and Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown. River Inn of Harbor Town and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis offer free car parking.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Arrive Memphis, The Peabody Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton, voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis. The Peabody Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton, The Westin Memphis Beale Street, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis also offer breakfast in room.
Which hotels have a fitness centre?
A fitness centre is listed at River Inn of Harbor Town, Arrive Memphis, The Peabody Memphis, The Central Station Memphis Curio Collection by Hilton, The Westin Memphis Beale Street, Marriott Memphis East, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, voco Hotel Napoleon Memphis by IHG, Caption By Hyatt Beale Street Memphis, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis and Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown.