Memphis has many amenities catering to adults — a booming culinary scene, fantastic live music and rockin’ clubs. The truth, though, is that Memphis also is a perfect family-friendly vacation destination. While every hotel, motel and extended-stay property will welcome your brood, here are a few with a little something extra that will have your family feeling right at home.
Memphis has many amenities catering to adults — a booming culinary scene, fantastic live music and rockin’ clubs. The truth, though, is that Memphis also is a perfect family-friendly vacation destination. While every hotel, motel and extended-stay property will welcome your brood, here are a few with a little something extra that will have your family feeling right at home.
ARRIVE Memphis
Downtown – 477 S. Main Street
Stay in the South Main Historic Art District at ARRIVE Memphis. This boutique property, which was named one of "The 20 Best Hotels in North America" by Fodor's Travel in 2024, sets you amid some of Downtown Memphis' best cuisine and its biggest attractions, including the National Civil Rights Museum, the Mississippi Riverfront, the Blues Foundation's Blues Hall of Fame and Beale Street. The hotel's posh digs give a stylish retro vibe, with five room options: Studio, Deluxe Studio, Bigger Studio, Double and Corner Loft. Wake up to French toast or a daily assortment of pastries and freshly roasted coffee from Hustle & Dough in the lobby. Parents will love the adjacent bar, Bar Hustle, and its creative craft beverages. Plus, ARRIVE Memphis is pet-friendly, so your whole family can join in on your Memphis adventure.
Big Cypress Lodge
Downtown – 1 Bass Pro Dr.
Inside the 535,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, this rustic yet luxurious modern hotel offers sweeping views of the Mississippi River. Beyond the allure of rooms that look like cabins and treehouses, families will enjoy a range of activities at Big Cypress Lodge. Go bowling, feed fish, see live alligators, learn about birds in the Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center and ride inside a 28-story glass-walled elevator to reach the observation deck. It’s safe for young guests to accompany adults and step atop a glass-bottom terrace to peer at Downtown Memphis sights below. What's more, on-site dining options are kid-approved, including Wahlburgers Wild.
The Central Station Memphis
Downtown – 545 S. Main Street
The Central Station Memphis hotel on South Main Street is a stylish choice for parents (the property is part of Hilton's chic Curio Collection). But the story of this building holds a surprise for any child who loves trains: More than a century ago, the building started its life as a train station, and remains a working trolley and Amtrak station today. Just outside, walk just a few steps to see a movie on the 60-foot screen at the Malco Powerhouse Cinema. After, grab a frozen treat at Zio Matto Gelato attached to the hotel.
DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Memphis
East Memphis – 5069 Sanderlin Ave.
With indoor and outdoor pools, a Topgolf Swing Suite equipped with tons of games and their famous warm cookies, DoubleTree by Hilton Memphis is the perfect base for a family stay in East Memphis. Nearby, you'll find attractions like the Dixon Gallery & Garden, Memphis Botanic Garden, Lichterman Nature Center and Theatre Memphis. Spend a day at one of these galleries and museums, then go for dinner and a movie. The hotel shares an adjoining lot with the Malco Paradiso movie theater and a bunch of local-favorite eateries. Plus, you're only a quick 15– to 20–minute drive from all of Memphis' downtown attractions, too, so you won't miss any of the action!
Guest House at Graceland
South Memphis – 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd.
Calling all Elvis fans! If you're planning a family trip to Graceland, there is no better hotel choice than The Guest House at Graceland. This 450-room property just steps from the King of Rock and Roll's famed home offers two on-site restaurants, a pool and a theater. Check out hotel deals and offerings to find the perfect package for your family. Local's tip: In between exploring the Graceland Mansion and Elvis Presley's Memphis, grab Memphis-style barbecue at Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant — they'll even pick you up in a pink Cadillac limo.
Hampton Inn & Suites-Beale Street
Downtown – 175 Peabody Pl.
Just off Beale, Hampton Inn & Suites-Beale Street offers a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pool and pet-friendly accommodations. Bringing along your youngest? No worries; cribs and high chairs are provided. This Hampton Inn on Peabody Place is popular for complimentary hot breakfasts, and they’ll even give you bagged breakfasts to go, just in case your family is in a hurry to get out and explore the Beale Street Entertainment District. You can walk to the Memphis Rock ’n’ Soul Museum and the Memphis Riverboats, too.
Hilton Garden Inn Memphis Downtown
Downtown – 201 Union Ave.
Families that choose Hilton Garden Inn Memphis Downtown will find themselves within walking distance of Beale Street, the Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Memphis Music Hall of Fame and FedExForum, home of the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies. Plan a day at the ballpark — the Memphis Redbirds, the Triple–A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, play just across the street at AutoZone Park. Inside the hotel, adults can unwind with cocktails on the patio from The Greyhound gin bar, or you can grab breakfast with the fam at the onsite Season's Local Fare & Spirits.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Downtown – 33 Beale St.
For an unforgettable Memphis experience, choose the only hotel located on iconic Beale Street. Explore the recently renovated Tom Lee Park on the Mississippi Riverfront. See a Broadway show at The Orpheum. Take a selfie under the neon lights, catch live music every night of the week and watch the Beale Street Flippers somersault down Beale Street. Then, head back to the hotel for stunning views of the Mississippi River and the Mighty Lights LED light show from the hotel's rooftop bar, Beck & Call. CIMAS, the on-site restaurant, offers delicious bites three meals a day, too.
The Peabody Memphis
Downtown – 149 Union Ave.
Be part of a 100-year-old tradition and get “ducky” at this award-winning historic hotel. The twice-daily (11 a.m. and 5 p.m.) march by five Peabody Ducks is a tourist attraction in and of itself, so make sure to put it on your itinerary. The Peabody Memphis even offers a special package where your family can be honorary Peabody Duckmasters for the day. You’ll enjoy every moment exploring the elegant Peabody, known as the “South’s Grand Hotel,” at Union and Second Street. Bonus: The hotel's pastry team makes its own ice cream and other desserts ensuring that a family stay at The Peabody is a treat through and through. Don't forget about afternoon tea with the kids at Chez Philippe.
SpringHill Suites Memphis Downtown
Downtown – 85 West Court St.
Location, location, location! It doesn’t get much better than this. With Court Square park views, SpringHill Suites Memphis Downtown is a stone’s throw from Beale Street and FedExForum (keep in mind all of the kid-friendly ways to enjoy Beale Street and the volume of kid-friendly shows hosted at FedExForum). It’s easy to board the Main Street Trolley and head to the National Civil Rights Museum, too. With a pool and spa, complimentary hot breakfast, and refrigerators and microwaves in each suite, you never have to leave this Marriott property, but you’ll definitely want to explore more of Memphis.
