What is Donelson like?

Donelson is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its great live music scene and major shopping area. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Donelson? Consider a visit to Grand Ole Opry while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Donelson?

Based on our traveller data, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is one of the top choices for your stay in Donelson. This resort is a short 1-minute walk from Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Club - Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Airport/Opryland .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Donelson area?

Expedia has 479 hotels and other accommodation options in Donelson to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nashville area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Donelson, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Donelson.

What is there to do in this Nashville neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Cooter's Nashville, Two Rivers Mansion or Legends of Country Music Museum in Donelson. Grand Ole Opry and Opry Mills are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Larry Keeton Theater, Wave Country and Two Rivers Golf Course are just a few of the places to visit in and around Donelson. Shadow Lane Community Connector Trailhead and Fortland Avenue Trailhead are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nashville.

How can I get around Donelson and the greater Nashville area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Nashville Donelson Station.

Top 10 Donelson Hotels of 2026

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A modern lobby with a sofa, a TV, a reception desk, and a seating area.

1. Best Western Plus Nashville Airport Hotel

Donelson

Kristi

RM475 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Nashville-Opryland by IHG

Donelson

Dan

RM697 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

3. Nashville Airport Marriott

Donelson

Alex

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A poolside area with wicker furniture and a fire pit.

4. Element by Marriott Nashville Airport

Donelson

Richard

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of the building's entrance.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Airport

Donelson

Michael

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious, modern dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport

Donelson

Lee

RM495 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A bar area with a modern design, including a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

7. Holiday Inn Nashville Airport by IHG

Donelson

Jatero

RM444 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio with stone walls, wooden tables and chairs, and string lights.

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Airport

Donelson

Charles

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, and two wall-mounted lamps.

9. BNA Suites

Donelson

Doreen

RM392 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern lobby with a sofa set, wooden chairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wall piece.

10. Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport

Donelson

Ellen

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating arrangements, and a building with large windows.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville-Airport

Donelson

Joe

RM602 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with armchairs. There is a reception desk with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen area in the background.

12. Sonesta Select Nashville Airport Suites

Donelson

Yvonne

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, and a reception desk.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville @ Opryland

Donelson

Debbie

RM614 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a central fireplace, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

14. Holiday Inn Express Nashville Airport by IHG

Donelson

Gary Lynn

RM444 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a phone, and a small desk with a chair.

15. Club - Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites

Donelson

Shasta

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a variety of decorative items on shelves. There are several chairs and a patterned carpet.

16. Four Points by Sheraton Nashville Airport

Donelson

Edmund

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor pattern, a staircase, and a seating area with modern furniture.

17. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport

Donelson

Kimberly

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Airport/Opryland

Donelson

David

RM391 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

19. Comfort Suites Nashville Airport - BNA

Donelson

randy

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

20. Quality Inn Nashville - Opryland Area

Donelson

Michael

RM375 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Donelson

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Belle Air Mansion	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 210 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Nashville-Opryland by IHG	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,110 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Airport	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Club - Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 4,123 reviews	View
Element by Marriott Nashville Airport	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 822 reviews	View

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