The South Holidays

Historic, opulent, classic

This ain’t no Heartbreak Hotel – The Guest House at Graceland embodies southern charm and is woven with an Elvis theme throughout. What’s more, it’s right next door to the Graceland Mansion.

Hotel Indigo brings a little character to its prime spot on Printers’ Alley in Nashville. It’s easy to get to the honky-tonks of Broadway, and it’s within walking distance of the Nissan Stadium.

A super modern, super stylish hotel in the heart of Music City, Virgin Hotels Nashville brings a carefree sense of fun and vivacity that few other hotels can match.

A touch south of Nashville’s famous Broadway, the SoBro neighbourhood is home to live music venues, restaurants, and bars. At the heart of it is the Cambria, a hotel that harnesses the area’s energy.

The essence of Nashville’s personality is brought into the folds of Omni Nashville thanks to thoughtful touches and design quirks in this large, perfectly located hotel. 

Sitting prettily on Nashville’s Printers’ Alley, Noelle is an elegant enclave swathed in Art Deco charm. It attracts a well-heeled crowd to its acclaimed social hotspots.

Grandeur and elegance in the heart of New Orleans, Omni Royal Orleans is the perfect retreat for a classic luxury city break.

A storied hotel whose lobby is said to mark the beginning of the New Orleans’ famous French Quarter, few American hotels can claim such a rich history as the Hotel Monteleone.

The Bienville House Hotel is a quintessential New Orleans hotel nestled in the French Quarter and mere moments from the Mississippi River. It promises that Southern hospitality you’ve heard so much about.

A three-minute walk from the famous Bourbon Street, the Holiday Inn French Quarter Chateau LeMoyne is a surprisingly atypical Holiday Inn and also an excellent springboard for city explorations.  

The ideal crash pad for a whirlwind break in the Big Easy, Aloft New Orleans Downtown promises comfort, convenience, and a celebratory atmosphere without superfluous frills.

Artsy-yet-unpretentious, The Old No.77 is close enough to the French Quarter action to get involved but is a pleasingly quieter spot to retreat to once you’ve had your fill.

If you’re in NOLA to visit the excellent National WWII Museum, keep things super convenient and stay right next door at the stylish, WWII-themed Higgins Hotel.

A red-brick warehouse in New Orleans’ Arts District has been reimagined as a contemporary and convenient hotel without losing a sense of the building’s industrial beginnings.

The Saint Hotel embraces NOLA’s debauched reputation, inviting its guests to Play Naughty, Sleep Saintly. With bags of Southern swagger, it’s a hotel that certainly stands out from the crowd.

With a coveted address right on Bourbon Street – New Orleans’ main tourist drag – this is the place to be if you want to be in on the action without sacrificing life’s little luxuries.

Leaning on its 60s heritage, The American Hotel in downtown Atlanta has a retro feel without sacrificing contemporary comfort. It’s an ideal base for getting out and about in the city.

A swish hotel cocooned in a glass skyscraper in a prime position on Midtown Mile, Loews Atlanta promises attentive service, luxurious bedrooms, a top restaurant, and an excellent spa.

Piercing the skyline of Atlanta, The Westin Peachtree Plaza is a gleaming glass skyscraper. At the very top, a sensational restaurant slowly revolves, treating guests to incredible views over the city.

The striking architectural glass box that is the W Atlanta brings a landmark buzzy scene to Downtown, with lively social areas that are a magnet to a trendy crowd. The rooftop pool is a major draw, particularly over summer weekends.

Pack your cowboy boots and Mardi Gras beads and pair up Nashville and New Orleans on this two-tone trip that hits all the right notes. First up is the Honky Tonk Highway for the Nashville Sound, then it’s on to the French Quarter in New Orleans to hear jazz done right as The Second Lines weave their way through the neighbourhood.

On this wide-ranging trip, you’ll visit big cities like Atlanta and small towns like Savannah, the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, and the marshlands and beaches characterising the coastline. It’s the perfect place for outdoor adventurers, with abundant activities, although it’s equally appealing to those who love to explore new cities, with Charlotte and Charleston stand-out favourites.