The Peabody: Memphis, TN
The Peabody
149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Quick Facts
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Year Opened:1869
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Number of Rooms/Suites:200+
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Closest Airport:Memphis International Airport (MEM)
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Check-In:4 p.m.
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Check-Out:11 a.m.
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Average Nightly Rate: $200–$350
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Fun Fact:Elvis Presley signed his first RCA recording contract at The Peabody Memphis on Nov. 21, 1955. The signatures of Elvis and Vernon Presley appear on the $4,500 signing bonus receipt, which is typed on the official Peabody Hotel stationery.
About the Property
Legendary for its charm, elegance, and Southern hospitality, The Peabody Memphis has been made world-famous for its five resident Mallard ducks, who march daily through the Grand Lobby at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. The luxurious downtown hotel opened in 1869 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Having recently completed a major guestroom and lobby renovation, The Peabody Memphis continues to carry the distinction as the "South's Grand Hotel."
The Peabody Memphis is located in the heart of downtown Memphis, just two blocks from the entertainment district of Beale Street. The Peabody Memphis is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America and has been named Southern Living 's Best Classic Hotel of the South.
Accommodations & Amenities
Accommodations
The property features 463 renovated guestrooms, including 15 suites ranging from Junior Suites to the Presidential Suite. Regular guestrooms range from Traditional Queen to Premium King.
The Pembroke Club is The Peabody's exclusive private-access Club Floor offering luxury services and amenities, including:
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VIP arrival and departure and a dedicated Concierge team
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Continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, and an evening cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres and seasonal desserts
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Dyson air purifiers and Dyson hair dryers in-room
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Mascioni luxury bed linens
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Kohler massaging shower heads
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Oliver Hemming Bluetooth alarm clock
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Unique writer's box with custom letterhead and postcard supplies
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Welcome gift from Feathers Spa at The Peabody
Amenities
Dining:
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On-Property Dining
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Room Service
Wellness
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Spa / Wellness Offerings
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Fitness Center
Recreation
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Kid-Friendly Activities
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Curated Guest Experiences or Programming
Meetings & Events
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Meeting Space
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Event Space
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Business Center
Additional Amenities
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Pet-Friendly
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Guest Reviews
""We absolutely loved our stay at The Peabody. The accommodations were top-notch, and we thoroughly enjoyed the ducks and duckmaster, as well as the story that goes with it! The hotel staff was excellent—very warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived.""
Cheryl W., Tripadvisor
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