Nashville has become one of the big top-visits in the United States. Not only for country music lovers, but for anyone looking for a good time. The capital of Tennessee has plenty to offer – from history (Nashville is after all one of the oldest cities in the United States) to young and trendy restaurants downtown, especially around Lower Broadway and Second Avenue.
After a day of exploring the colorful city, the best way to recharge your batteries is by the water of a Rooftop pool Nashville. Or why not spend all day by the pool, perhaps with a Bushwacker in your hand. Imagine sipping this decadent cocktail while taking in the vibrant city views – now that’s the cherry on top.
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Holston House Nashville gives you the perfect balance between modern architecture and stylish glamor. The timeless building with an art deco-twist is popular for its beautiful rooftop pool and lounge area with the Music City Center as the perfect backdrop.
Sharing space with the seasonal rooftop bar Heirloom Rooftop (open to the pulic), the lovely Nashville rooftop ppool is exclusive for hotel guests, and offers a tranquil yet festive setting to enjoy the city from above.
Take a swim, relax in one of the sun loungers and treat yourself to a drink at the trendy rooftop bar while enjoying a panoramic view over downtown Nashville.
Hotel Fraye Nashville is an intimate and eclectic escape in the heart of Nashville’s iconic Midtown, offering a balance of pioneering grit and elegant glamour.
Lavish and modern all around, the crown jewel of the hotel is the 7th floor rooftop, offering both a rooftop bar and rooftop pool experience.
The sparkling and heated outdoor pool comes surrounded comfy daybeds, lux cabanas and stunning views over Music City.
An elevated hot-spot, daytime dips in the pool is exclusive to guests staying at the hotel, Day Pass & Cabana reservations and visits during the summer weekend DJ pool party's.
During evenings, all are welcome to enjoy re-imagined cocktails, addictive bites and home-cooked live music at Eddie Ate Dynamite rooftop bar.
Adress: 1810 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel / Day Pass & Cabana reservations
Make the most out of your stay in Nashville by visiting The Joseph. This upscale, sophisticated hotel offers a refined, Italian made, saltwater rooftop pool on the 21st floor.
From here the skyline views are exhilarating as you will be able to see downtown from above. For stylish cabans are also available for that extra elevated experience.
You can also try one of the cocktails from the rooftop bar Denim. Apart from offering seasonal inspired craft cocktails, the bar also hosts many DJs to check out.
Next to the pool and bar, the Rose Spa invites you to connect with the restorative power of Tennessean nature, high above the SoBro neighborhood.
Adress: 401 Korean Veterans Blvd., Nashville, 37203
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
The rooftop pool at The Westin Nashville is something out of this world. Situated on the 27th floor, the infinity pool offers unobstructed views over the city, and you can really swim with the feeling of flying above the city.
The rooftop itself is stunning with comfortable plush loungers, a spacious lounge area and a gorgeous mosaic flooring covering the whole terrace.
The rooftop lounge L27 is open to the public, however the rooftop pool is reserved for hotel guests.
You cannot come to Nashville without visiting one of the most popular rooftop pools in the city. Virgin Hotels Nashville opened in 2020 and has already become highly popular for anyone visiting the city.
The Rooftop Pool Club is located on the 14th floor, which means you have a fantastic view of the surroundings. Apart from the spacious pool, you can order food and champagne cocktails from the rooftop restaurant and bar.
The pool area is open to the public and hotel guests, and comes surrounded with a sense of sophistication and urban cool, sprinkled with some luxury.
After a refreshing swim in the Tennessee sun, you can relax in comfortable sunbeds, cabanas or sit in the shade under the red and white parasols that characterize the outdoor area.
If you’re looking for something hip and eclectic, this is it. Bobby Hotel is located in downtown Nashville, a stone throw away from the buzzing restaurants and bars, and features a glittering rooftop pool on the 10th floor.
The rooftop pool is a daytime oasis exclusive for guests staying at the hotel, but the extensive terrace also holds a bar where you can get a refreshing drink and some light bites.
Open to all, the Rooftop Lounge at Bobby Hotel is decked with a comfortable seating area where you can relax while getting that vacation tan. There’s even a Greyhound Bus from 1956, a perfect spot to party all night under the stars.
Adress: 230 4th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37219
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
Make a splash in the rooftop pool after breaking a sweat at the gym. The AC Hotel Nashville Downtown offers a terrace with a modern bar, a spacious Nashville rooftop pool and a whirlpool, all with incredible views over the Music City Center.
Enjoy the afternoon sun in the newly built pool area and why not swim a couple of laps before heading over to the bar for some finger licking snacks from the rtb! rooftop bar?
Exclusive to guests staying at the hotel, which actually does not only mean guests at the AC Hotel, but also at Residence Inn by Marriott Nashville Downtown/Convention Center, who shares the same rooftop.
Adress: 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, 37203
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
This modern and chic hotel is located in midtown, which is home to some of the best nightlife scenes in Nashville.
With a big outdoor and seasonal rooftop pool, cozy relaxation area and a rooftop bar, you can easily spend many hours swimming, sunbathing, eating savory snacks and sip on cooling drinks at the 8th floor terrace.
This upmarket hotel is located right in the very center of the legendary Music Row district. Here you can gaze out over downtown Nashville while listening to some distant country tunes.
This Nashville rooftop pool is not open to the public, however shared with apartment residents from the other half of the building, which creates the best mixture of both local Nashvillians and visitors.
Adress: 2021 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel and residents of the Aertson Midtown apartments
Looking for the perfect spot to relax after exploring Music City? The Drury Plaza Hotel is located in downtown Nashville and offers an impeccable rooftop pool area.
Loosen up your body with a few laps in the massive and really cool indoor / outdoor pool, or enjoy a cosmopolitan in the rooftop jacuzzi.
The pool area is located on the 8th floor and offers exhilarating views over the Korean Veterans Boulevard.
Adress: 300 Korean Veterans Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37201
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
Surrounded by famous hot spots such as the Country Music Hall of Fame, Bridgestone Arena and Nissan Stadium, the Hilton Garden Inn is within walking distance from all the good stuff.
Start off your day in sunny Tennessee with a swim in the outdoor rooftop pool. Or why not finish here with your drink of choice from the rooftop bar?
Adress: 305 Korean Veterans Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37201
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
What could possibly be better than to combine your Nashville experience filled with country music, parties and shopping, with a relaxing time by a Nashville rooftop pool with great views over the city?
The 10th floor rooftop pool area at Hilton Nashville Green Hills has not only comfortable sun loungers, but also a cozy eating and drinking area. Open seasonally, you can combine swims with Tiki Bar-themed cocktails, local & craft beers and bites from the next door Sky Bar.
When you stay at the hotel you are also only a short distance from the upscale shopping district Green Hills.
Adress: 3801 Cleghorn Avenue, Nashville, TN 37215
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
After some hectic and up-tempo city days, it’s nice to escape the hustle and bustle and relax by the rooftop pool at Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Green Hills.
The pool is heated, towels are provided, and the seating area is decorated with big terracotta pots and green plants. All you have to do is jump in and enjoy it all.
Adress: 3800 Bedford Avenue, Nashville, TN 37215
Availability: Pool exclusive for guests at the hotel
Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.
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