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The Iris Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Vanderbilt University in Nashville

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The Orchid Room | Lobby
Exterior
Balcony
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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656 West Iris Drive, Nashville, TN, 37204
  • Belmont University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Vanderbilt University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nashville Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Nashville

South Nashville stay.With a stay at this South Nashville hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Woodlawn Cemetery and 2 miles (3 km) of Geodis Park. Tennessee State Fairgrounds and Lipscomb University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Belmont University - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Vanderbilt University - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Music City Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Broadway - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Nashville Zoo - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 12 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 14 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

Hotel near Vanderbilt University in Nashville
The Iris Motel offers its guests express check-out, a television in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nashville hotel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
The Iris Motel offers 37 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Nashville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

The Iris Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 546 reviews

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

2/10 Terrible

Elvia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible
This is the worst motel I have ever stayed in in my life because I couldn't even sleep because there was too much noise from all sides.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. It was conveniently located to so many things. It was clean and the staff communicated with me the entire time and met all our needs. Much better than a large hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, poor electrical plugs 1.5 in bedroom 1 in bathroom, nowhere to set except bed which was comfortable, double check your room request before you head out !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very simple and affordable place to stay right out of the city! Only about an 8 minute drive to downtown ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly clean and convenient to my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the room and area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cole

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Trey

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute motel that was very clean. I loved the papaya soap. There is no staff on site so you must text them to get entry instructions and leave your credit card on file. There was no place for me to park both nights so I parked across the street. The area is commercial and not very appealing. There's a big Walmart plaza directly across the street. The adjacent highway is noisy so it was difficult to sleep. I think the pricing is a bit a on the high side, and like other reviewers, I would rather have had an 11am check-out time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ibinabo

Too exposed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024