Talbot Heirs

Memphis


Inconspicuously located on the 2nd floor of a busy downtown street, this unique, cheerful guesthouse is one of Memphis' best-kept secrets. Spacious suites, all with recently modernized bathrooms, are more like hip studio apartments than hotel rooms, with Asian rugs, funky local artwork and kitchens stocked with (included!) snacks.

Harvey Keitel, Matt Damon and John Grisham have all stayed here, as well as Bobby Whitlock of Derek and the Dominos fame, who signed a piano.

Parking is $10 per night.


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