Bobby Hotel

Downtown & the Gulch


Who is Bobby? The king of cool in Nashville. From the immense lobby chandelier made of polished car parts to the vintage Greyhound bus repurposed as a rooftop poolside lounge, every design detail in this rad pad shines. Rooms have a travel theme, and four bars (including a speakeasy-style one that opens to Printers Alley) reinforce the laid-back luxury.

The striking America-themed artwork of legendary lyricist Bernie Taupin is featured throughout the common areas – and available for sale.


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