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The Iris Motel

2.5 star property
South Nashville hotel

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Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Orchid Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The price is $90
includes taxes & fees
$76 per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025

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Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
656 West Iris Drive, Nashville, TN, 37204

What's nearby

  • Belmont University - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Music City Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Broadway - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Vanderbilt University - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Nashville Zoo - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 14 min drive
  • Smyrna, TN (MQY) - 24 min drive
  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 12 min drive
  • Nashville Donelson Station - 15 min drive
  • Hermitage Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Iris Motel

When you stay at The Iris Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Music City Center and Broadway. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Vanderbilt University and Ryman Auditorium are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 37 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

The Iris Motel Hotel
The Iris Motel Nashville
The Iris Motel Hotel Nashville

Frequently asked questions

Does The Iris Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Iris Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Iris Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Iris Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Iris Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around The Iris Motel like?
The Iris Motel is in South Nashville, a short 10-minute walk from Woodlawn Cemetery. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A Nice but unusual stay.
Great test/email communication about check-in, arrived, entered the code in the door and we were in. The room was clean. However, when it is advertised as a modern minimalist motel, that's exactly what they meant. There was no furniture in the room other than the bed (which was extremely comfortable). There was built in shelving for storage, nightstand, etc. Luckily, we had driven and had our camp chairs in the car which we used for seating. I had an issue getting to the ice machine which was another coded door - got immediate help via text and did manage to get it open. The next night I could not get the door open again and just gave up. The location was great, it was about a $10 Uber ride to Broadway, many restaurants and shops in the area. The price was decent. I'd stay again if I could bring my own chairs.
Jana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

While the digital only checkin process is odd, and not fully immediate, it was fine and ultimately nothing really extra over standard checkin processes. The motel room was spacious and remodeled, even if the remodeled bathroom was small. It was by far the cheapest decent option around, and we’d be happy to return.
Dave, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The Iris was okay but definitely not what we expected. The room was clean and bathroom was nicely renovated. When we booked we were under the impression that it was a boutique type hotel but quickly realized upon our arrival that it was a motel. For what it was, it was, nice just not what we were expecting
Trey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed at the Iris for an overnight trip for a doctor's appointment. Place is quiet, room was very clean and as pictured. Management was quick to communicate when they were needed. Overall nice little place to stay!
Ronald, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Iris Motel was centrally located, unpretentious but comfortable with everything we wanted, perfectly clean with everything working the way it should. I used the microwave in the lobby fairly often, so not having one in the room was fine. The mini-frig in the room was handy.
Gerald, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent getaway spot
Absolutely the best time, while it was a little odd not to have a front desk it was super easy to get in and settled. It was the perfect location outside of downtown Naahville.
Jesse, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Cute
It was very cute and as always I love the parking right in front. The whole code thing was new to me and I’m going to be honest (maybe I didn’t understand the instructions but I don’t remember reading them either) but apparently you are supposed to just press any numbers after closing the door to “lock it” whoops - will know for future I guess. The room had what I needed and considering there’s no room service they do provide with extra items. My only thing is that, even with the air conditioner being at 68 it felt a little humid/stuffy inside. In my experience this happens when the A/c needs to be cleaned out but not sure if it’s the case. The temperature of the room allows me to sleep better and be more comfortable and couldn’t really get that full comfortable temp. Other than that communicating with team was good (no issues so don’t know how after hours really work but they do provide numbers incase of emergency that are 24/7. It’s close enough to downtown that you can Uber (maybe even cheaper than parking downtown at times) quiet and safe neighborhood
rocio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

MaKenzie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and safe
Craig, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean basic room that was very comfortable. Close to the things we wanted to do. Price was great. I'd stay there again.
Barbara, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Nice place to stay!
We arrived on Friday and the codes worked just as described in email. The room was cool and clean. I had read previous reviews and brought two power strips and an extension cord because there was only three outlets…one outlet at bathroom sink and were the coffee maker was plugged in and one outlet under table between beds. The beds were comfortable. The TV worked great. I brought a foam soap dispenser for the sink and to my surprise this is the first hotel that had a soap dispenser at the sink. The coffee maker is a one cup kerrig so we brought our own coffee maker and used it for a full pot of coffee. Refrigerator dis not have the small freezer in it to freezer our ice packs but there is an ice machine to the right of the lobby in a hallway that they will give you a code to that is different than the code in the lobby where the microwave is. The only complaints I would say would be that the air conditioner did cool the room but doesn’t really remove the humidity. The towels were still damp the next morning when we hung them up. The other thing would be that the clothes hanger pole is larger than standard hangers. They provided six hangers but our clothes were on hangers and kept falling off the pole. It was a nice place and reasonably priced. Plenty of towels, toilet paper and they have a hair dryer in the room. Walmart is right across the street and there are neat restaurants nearby. We went to the Pfunky Griddle and you cook some of your own breakfast on griddle in table
Room 209
Room 209
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the iris. It was a completely remote check in process. Room was clean, and cute. I will be staying here again when I’m back in Nashville
Aliyah, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

SEVEN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Clean and affordable.
My unit was extremely clean. It is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on, and my own is pretty great, so that says alot. It was all I needed as a stopping place for a work function in town. I have to note, that one important oversight can cause it to not be ideal, and for me that was that there was no inside latch, a very loose door frame and an electronic code to access the unit (hackable?) to get in. It did not feel secure, and I didnt sleep all night. Please... that inside door latch is so important for security reasons, especially being a motel where the door exits right out to the road.
Kelly, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Little Gem away from the Nashville traffic
The Iris Motel was perfect for our short stay in Nashville. It was in a perfect location for us it was not far from the Basement east and the Pharmacy Burger Parlor.
Christy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Aaron, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

john, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great stay, friendly helpful staff!
Sierra, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Overall, I would rate this place as all right. I chose this place because it is much cheaper than other stays in the area and there are good reasons why. First, I almost couldn’t find my room. There are front and back areas of the building. I didn’t receive information regarding that so I had ask other folks that stayed here for directions. Second, the AC is loud. Like really loud. I normally wear earplugs to sleep and the AC’s sound easily penetrates through them. Even with the lowest fan setting, it was so loud that I had to wait until it stops and try to fall asleep during that short interval. I couldn’t get used to the sound for the two nights I stayed here. If you are a light sleeper or sensitive to sounds, I don’t think this is the right place for you. Also, the AC is dusty and blew dust over the duvet. Third, sound insulation. I could hear my next door neighbor opening and closing their doors as well as folks parking their cars outside.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Clean but unfinished
The room was "okay" - I wouldn't say good but I wouldn't say bad either. It was clean but it was very bare and not inviting at all. The side tables are too far from the bed, there is no where to sit unless you want to sit in the bed, there is no lighting except behind the bed and the raw wood that they built the bed frame, console for the TV, closet, headboard, etc. all looks cheap. The floor is unique in that it is real wood but it is not properly cleaned so walking across it is extremely sticky. The bathroom was clean but the coverup or remodel the did in the bathroom looks cheap and feels unfinished. My biggest concern was how DARK the outside is. The lighting in front of the doorways is dark and points straight down so walking up to my room in the dark was sketchy and felt unsafe. Parking was difficult too if you are the rear of the building. Overall, it was clean so one night isn't the end of the world but I would not stay here again.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent
Teresita, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Modern, convenient and clean. Has all I need for a motel.
Siyu, 1-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"I loved the touch of local coffee provided for the in room coffee machine."
Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Great Location
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM