HAMPTON INN & SUITES NASHVILLE-VANDERBILT-ELLISTON PLACE, Nashville

This property sits in the Elliston Place area, putting you within a short walk of Vanderbilt's campus and the Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2 km to the hospital). The hotel is also 4 km from Nissan Stadium - a 25-30 minute walk or 5-10 minute drive - and within 3 km of Ryman Auditorium and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Nashville International Airport is 15 km away. Numerous restaurants - including Chili's, Rotier's, and several pizza and Thai options - are within a 0.3-km radius. For downtown Broadway and nightlife, ridesharing is the recommended option as no hotel shuttle operates.

Rooms come in several configurations: standard double/double rooms with two queen beds, king rooms with a sofa, and larger suites featuring a kitchenette with a stove-top, dishwasher, and separate bedroom. All rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV, a large work desk, ironing facilities, air conditioning, and tea/coffee-making equipment. Suite guests also get a seating area with a sofa bed and two TVs. Many rooms have recently been noted as comfortable and clean, with soft beds and good pillows. However, the property shows its age: carpets and furniture are worn, HVAC units can be noisy, and some bathrooms have peeling paint and slow drains. For light sleepers, rooms away from the elevator on higher floors tend to be quieter.

The breakfast buffet offers a standard Hampton Inn spread: make-your-own waffles, scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, cereals, yoghurt, fresh fruit, pastries, and coffee/tea. During peak periods (weekends or events), the breakfast area can become crowded and the waffle station may run out of batter briefly. The hotel also provides 24-hour coffee and tea in the lobby, plus free popcorn in the afternoon. A small on-site convenience store sells snacks, drinks, and packaged items. The lobby also has a microwave for guest use. For a fuller meal, over a dozen restaurants - including Chili's, Rotier's, and Martin's BBQ - are within a 2-3 minute walk.

The seasonal outdoor pool features a shallow end for children, a fence around the perimeter, and sun loungers and umbrellas. It is typically open from April through October, but exact dates depend on local weather. The 24-hour fitness centre is free for guests, though some treadmill units have been out of order; a Peloton bike is available but may require adjustment. A coin-operated guest laundry is located on-site. The outdoor area also includes a BBQ grill and patio furniture, suitable for family use. No spa or hot tub is available on the property.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/out, free luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes at the desk. A business centre with a computer and free Wi-Fi is available 24/7. There is also a shared lounge/TV area with a gas fireplace. Daily housekeeping is complimentary but must be requested if you want fresh towels or a full room tidy. Guest laundry is available for an additional fee, and dry cleaning can be arranged. Pets are allowed for a one-time fee of US$75; only service animals are exempt from this charge. The property is wheelchair-accessible with accessible parking spaces and lift access to all floors. Parking is private, on-site, requires a reservation, and costs US$42 per night. Payment is handled by a third-party system (ParkHappyLLC) - be prepared to scan a QR code and enter your vehicle details.