Hotels near Memphis Cook Convention Center ranked for business travelers
9 downtown Memphis hotels between 0.1 and 0.6 miles of the Renasant Convention Center, including one connected by skywalk, selected by Navan.
One skywalk, eight sidewalks, and nine hotels inside 0.6 miles
The Renasant Convention Center (formerly Memphis Cook Convention Center) sits at 255 N. Main St. along the downtown Memphis riverfront. Navan selected these nine by guest ratings, walkability, and loyalty program coverage for multi-day convention stays.
Closest hotel: Memphis Riverline Hotel at 0.1 miles, connected by glass skywalk
Distance range: All 9 hotels within 0.6 miles of the convention center
Loyalty programs: Marriott Bonvoy (5 hotels), IHG One Rewards, Choice Privileges
Convention parking: On-site garage at 266 N. Front St., pre-book via Premium Parking app
Top Hotels Near Memphis Cook Convention Center
Memphis Riverline Hotel
7.7 Rating (1,630 Reviews)
0.1 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
250 N Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
Cross a glass skywalk from your room to the convention floor without stepping outside: the only hotel physically connected to the Renasant Convention Center. With 600 rooms and Crossroads Tavern & Grill on-site, multi-day conventions run smoother when your commute is a covered bridge.
Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown Hotel by IHG
7.4 Rating (703 Reviews)
0.2 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
300 N 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38105
The complimentary shuttle covers a 3-mile radius and runs 8 AM to 11 PM, turning this 230-room hotel into a base for more than the convention. Notes & Provisions, the on-site restaurant, handles breakfast meetings and late dinners without leaving the building.
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
8.3 Rating (883 Reviews)
0.3 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
100 N Front St, Memphis, TN 38103
For the convention attendee watching the per-diem budget, complimentary breakfast and an 8.3 guest rating make this 71-room property the value play on the list. The seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour business center cover the basics; Mud Island River Park sits across the street for a between-sessions reset.
Big Cypress Lodge
8.8 Rating (1,370 Reviews)
0.3 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
1 Bass Pro Drive, Memphis, TN 38105
A cypress-lined lobby inside a 32-story stainless steel pyramid: Big Cypress Lodge is not a hotel category, it is a Memphis landmark. Each of the 103 rooms is individually decorated with fireplaces and private balconies, and two restaurants plus three bars keep post-convention evenings from needing a cab.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Memphis
8.3 Rating (414 Reviews)
0.3 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
75 Jefferson Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
When back-to-back sessions leave no time for transit, 5,005 sq ft of on-site meeting space handles the overflow breakout your team scheduled last-minute. The lobby fireplace and hot tub make this 131-room Courtyard feel smaller than the convention center next door.
Aloft Memphis Downtown
8.4 Rating (148 Reviews)
0.4 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
63 N. B. B. King Blvd, Memphis, TN 38103
On B.B. King Boulevard, one block north of Beale Street: the address puts after-hours Memphis within walking range of 156 pillowtop beds. The on-site bar and restaurant save a round trip when the convention schedule runs into the evening.
MOXY Memphis Downtown
8.3 Rating (606 Reviews)
0.4 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
40 N Front St, Memphis, TN 38103
A Beaux Arts building with a communal living room and terrace designed for the kind of cross-company networking that conventions promise but lobbies rarely deliver. Bar MOXY serves local cuisine downstairs; the 119 rooms upstairs keep rates accessible on a Marriott Bonvoy card.
Residence Inn by Marriott Memphis Downtown
8.9 Rating (405 Reviews)
0.5 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
110 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Multi-day conventions need more than a hotel room: full kitchens, complimentary breakfast, and a rooftop terrace make this 90-room extended-stay property the pick for week-long events. Select evenings include a complimentary reception with food and drinks near AutoZone Park.
The Peabody Memphis
8.9 Rating (4,885 Reviews)
0.6 miles from Memphis Cook Convention Center
149 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Twice a day, five mallard ducks march through a grand lobby that has anchored downtown Memphis since 1869. The Peabody is the hotel you book when the convention includes a client dinner at Chez Philippe or a strategy session in one of 36 meeting rooms, backed by a full spa and 463 rooms.
What's in the Area
- Chez Philippe inside The Peabody Memphis sets the standard for client dinners in downtown Memphis. Reserve at least a week ahead during major conventions.
- Bardog Tavern on S. Second St. serves everything from spaghetti dinners to breakfast burritos and stays open until 3 AM nightly.
- Crossroads Tavern & Grill at the Memphis Riverline Hotel opens at 6 AM for pre-convention fuel without crossing the street.
- Maciel's Tortas & Tacos on Main St. handles fast, affordable lunches when the convention schedule leaves 30 minutes between sessions.
- Convention center garage at 266 N. Front St. costs roughly $10/day. Pre-book via the Premium Parking app to skip kiosk lines on major event days.
- On-street spots around Front St. and Main St. are metered and limited to short stays. Do not rely on street parking for full convention days.
- Peabody Place Garage at 250 Peabody Pl. and Mobility Center at 60 Beale St. offer 950+ combined spaces for Beale Street evenings.
- Drop-off address is 255 N. Main St. The garage entrance is around the corner at 266 N. Front St.
- Memphis International Airport (MEM) is 12 miles south, a 15 to 20 minute rideshare. Uber and Lyft pick up at the ground-level transportation area.
- MATA Route 28 bus runs from MEM to William Hudson Transit Center downtown, a 9-minute walk to the convention center.
- MATA Main Street and Riverfront trolley lines stop at the convention center for $1 each way. Check matatransit.com for current operating status before relying on trolley service.
- Amtrak Central Station is 1.5 miles south for attendees arriving by rail from Chicago, New Orleans, or other City of New Orleans route stops.
- Beale Street Entertainment District starts 0.5 miles south of the convention center. Walk or grab a $1 trolley ride.
- Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid houses Big Cypress Lodge and an observation deck 28 stories above the Mississippi River, a 5-minute walk north.
- Mud Island River Park connects to the convention center area via the Skybridge pedestrian walkway for a quick riverfront reset between sessions.
- National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is 0.8 miles south on Mulberry St., a meaningful visit during extended convention stays.
- Regus/Spaces coworking at 107 S. Main St. offers day passes when you need quiet, focused work away from the convention floor.
- The convention center provides Wi-Fi throughout but bring a mobile hotspot for presentations or large file transfers during peak attendance.
- A FedEx Office within walking distance handles printing, shipping, and last-minute booth material needs.
- AutoZone Park, home of the Memphis Redbirds, is 0.4 miles south and a strong option for informal team outings on convention evenings.
- Registration desks are typically on the 2nd level of the convention center. Carry photo ID and allow extra time during peak mornings.
- Comfortable walking shoes matter: most restaurants and evening destinations are south of the convention center along Main St. and Beale St.
- The convention center offers a mapped 5K jogging route through downtown Memphis landmarks, starting and ending at the venue.
- Downtown Memphis is well-patrolled around the convention center and Beale Street corridor. Standard urban awareness applies after midnight on side streets.
What's in the Area
- Chez Philippe inside The Peabody Memphis sets the standard for client dinners in downtown Memphis. Reserve at least a week ahead during major conventions.
- Bardog Tavern on S. Second St. serves everything from spaghetti dinners to breakfast burritos and stays open until 3 AM nightly.
- Crossroads Tavern & Grill at the Memphis Riverline Hotel opens at 6 AM for pre-convention fuel without crossing the street.
- Maciel's Tortas & Tacos on Main St. handles fast, affordable lunches when the convention schedule leaves 30 minutes between sessions.
- Convention center garage at 266 N. Front St. costs roughly $10/day. Pre-book via the Premium Parking app to skip kiosk lines on major event days.
- On-street spots around Front St. and Main St. are metered and limited to short stays. Do not rely on street parking for full convention days.
- Peabody Place Garage at 250 Peabody Pl. and Mobility Center at 60 Beale St. offer 950+ combined spaces for Beale Street evenings.
- Drop-off address is 255 N. Main St. The garage entrance is around the corner at 266 N. Front St.
- Memphis International Airport (MEM) is 12 miles south, a 15 to 20 minute rideshare. Uber and Lyft pick up at the ground-level transportation area.
- MATA Route 28 bus runs from MEM to William Hudson Transit Center downtown, a 9-minute walk to the convention center.
- MATA Main Street and Riverfront trolley lines stop at the convention center for $1 each way. Check matatransit.com for current operating status before relying on trolley service.
- Amtrak Central Station is 1.5 miles south for attendees arriving by rail from Chicago, New Orleans, or other City of New Orleans route stops.
- Beale Street Entertainment District starts 0.5 miles south of the convention center. Walk or grab a $1 trolley ride.
- Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid houses Big Cypress Lodge and an observation deck 28 stories above the Mississippi River, a 5-minute walk north.
- Mud Island River Park connects to the convention center area via the Skybridge pedestrian walkway for a quick riverfront reset between sessions.
- National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is 0.8 miles south on Mulberry St., a meaningful visit during extended convention stays.
- Regus/Spaces coworking at 107 S. Main St. offers day passes when you need quiet, focused work away from the convention floor.
- The convention center provides Wi-Fi throughout but bring a mobile hotspot for presentations or large file transfers during peak attendance.
- A FedEx Office within walking distance handles printing, shipping, and last-minute booth material needs.
- AutoZone Park, home of the Memphis Redbirds, is 0.4 miles south and a strong option for informal team outings on convention evenings.
- Registration desks are typically on the 2nd level of the convention center. Carry photo ID and allow extra time during peak mornings.
- Comfortable walking shoes matter: most restaurants and evening destinations are south of the convention center along Main St. and Beale St.
- The convention center offers a mapped 5K jogging route through downtown Memphis landmarks, starting and ending at the venue.
- Downtown Memphis is well-patrolled around the convention center and Beale Street corridor. Standard urban awareness applies after midnight on side streets.
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