OUR PICK FOR FAMILIES
Atrium-View Two Queens
Balcony over the gardens
Morning coffee over the waterfalls.
★ MARRIOTT LUMINOUS
Gaylord Opryland Resort
MUSIC VALLEY · NEXT TO THE GRAND OLE OPRY · NINE ACRES OF INDOOR GARDENS
Our verdict
A resort city under glass: nine acres of indoor gardens, a water park and the Grand Ole Opry next door.
With 2,888 rooms, Gaylord Opryland is one of the largest hotels in America and a destination in itself. Three glass atriums hold nine acres of gardens, waterfalls and a riverboat, and SoundWaves adds a four-acre water park. It's the best choice in Nashville for families and for Opry nights, but it's a drive from downtown and far from intimate.
- 2,888
- rooms
- 9 acres
- of indoor gardens
- 3
- glass atriums
- 4 acres
- SoundWaves water park
- 8.3 miles
- from BNA
- Next door
- the Grand Ole Opry
Included
When you book with us
Gaylord Opryland is part of Marriott Luminous, Marriott's luxury partner programme. Book through us and every stay comes with:
- A welcome amenity
- Daily breakfast for two guests per room
- An upgrade, if available at check-in
- Early check-in and late check-out, when available
- A personal welcome note from the General Manager
No booking fee from us for hotel stays. Benefits follow Marriott Luminous terms.
Check dates →What we arrange for you
- 01
We book an atrium balcony
Atrium-view rooms with balconies over the gardens are the ones to have.
- 02
We add SoundWaves when you want it
Room-only rates don't include the water park; we book the package for families.
- 03
We book the Opry
Tickets for the Grand Ole Opry next door, timed with your stay.
- 04
We plan downtown nights
Cars into the city, so you can enjoy Broadway and come back to the resort.
The atmosphere
“Part hotel, part botanical garden, part theme park, and entirely its own world.”
Walking through the Cascades, Delta and Garden atriums feels like being outside, under glass. There are waterfalls, a riverboat on the Delta, and nightly light and fountain shows.
It's busy and family-friendly, with conventions during the week and families at weekends and in the holidays.
ROOMS AND SUITES
Choose the atrium view.
ATRIUM VIEW
Rooms with balconies overlooking the indoor gardens. Worth the extra.
EXTERIOR VIEW
Rooms facing outside, throughout the resort.
SIZES
The resort doesn't publish room sizes. We confirm the layout for your booking.
FOR A GROUP
Junior Suite
Sitting area · atrium view optional
Extra space to spread out for a family or group.
FOR A LONGER STAY
1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite
Separate bedroom · lounge
A bedroom of its own, with space to settle in for more than a night or two.
Also in the collection: King and two-queen rooms with exterior views, and Presidential Suites.
DINING AND DRINKS
More than a dozen places to eat and drink
FOR A CELEBRATION
Old Hickory Steakhouse
The resort's signature steakhouse.
FOR ITALIAN
Ravello
An Italian restaurant in the resort.
FOR THE GAME
Foundry Fieldhouse
A sports bar and taproom.
FOR A DRINK
The Falls Bar & Lounge
Drinks beside the atrium waterfalls.
ALSO HERE
Cascades American Cafe, Solario Cantina, Delta Marketplace, Conservatory Cafe and Cocoa Bean.
POOLS, SPA AND WATER PARK
SoundWaves
A four-acre water park with indoor and seasonal outdoor areas, eleven slides and a FlowRider Double. Entry needs a SoundWaves package; room-only rates don't include it.
How it compares: Nothing else in Nashville compares for families.
The spa
Relâche Spa, about 20,000 ft², with a steam room, sauna and relaxation lounge.
How it compares: The largest hotel spa in our collection; Southall's is 15,000 ft².
Pools
The Cascades indoor pool and hot tub, and a Cascades outdoor pool.
Location
The resort is in Music Valley, next to the Grand Ole Opry House and Opry Mills, about 8 miles from the airport. Downtown is a drive away, so plan on cars for nights out.
NEARBY
- Grand Ole Opry House
- Opry Mills
- Gaylord Springs golf
- BNA airport, 8.3 miles
- Downtown Nashville, by car
Who it suits
Families
SoundWaves, the atriums and the light shows.
Opry fans
The Grand Ole Opry is next door.
Conventions and groups
One of the largest hotels in America.
Holiday visitors
The resort is famous for its Christmas season.
Less suited to: anyone wanting to walk to Broadway, couples looking for intimacy, and travellers with pets (pets aren't allowed).
GAYLORD OPRYLAND OR…?
| Hotel | Choose it for | CHOOSE GAYLORD OPRYLAND FOR |
|---|---|---|
| Omni Nashville | Walking to Broadway and the Hall of Fame next door | SoundWaves, the gardens and the Opry |
| Four Seasons | Polished luxury in the heart of downtown | A family resort with everything on site |
Gaylord Opryland Resort FAQ
How big is Gaylord Opryland?
It has 2,888 rooms and nine acres of indoor garden atriums.
Is SoundWaves included in the room rate?
No. Room-only reservations don't include SoundWaves; it needs a SoundWaves package, which we can add.
How far is it from downtown Nashville?
It's in Music Valley, a drive from downtown. The airport is 8.3 miles away.
Is it near the Grand Ole Opry?
Yes, the Grand Ole Opry House is next door.
Is it pet-friendly?
No, pets aren't allowed.
What perks do I get through Marriott Luminous?
Daily breakfast for two, a welcome amenity, a note from the GM, and an upgrade, early check-in and late check-out when available.
Stay here
TELL US YOUR DATES
Your own planner, one WhatsApp away. We'll confirm the room, the perks and anything else you'd like arranged around it.
Upgrades, early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.