LOMA on Location: Nashville, TN
By: Megan Bergquist
The LOMA team is on the move again! This time we are taking in the sites and sounds of another southern city – Nashville, Tennessee. Nashville’s impressive culinary and music scenes have made it a highly coveted destination for both business and leisure travel.
Welcome to Nashville, Tennessee!
Photo from Savored Journey
Hotels
W Nashville
300 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
Centrally located in Nashville’s walkable Gulch neighborhood, the W Hotel is a hot spot for travelers and locals alike. When hosting a program at the W, the space can be tailored to your groups needs with almost 30,000 square feet of total event space. In addition to its large outdoor pool and incredible food offerings, this property boasts 346 guest rooms, 60 of which are suites, so you can ensure your VIP attendees are taken care of!
Photos via W Nashville
Why we love it: The W Nashville is perfectly situated in the city to give your attendees the full Nashville experience. From its expansive rooftop city views to its close proximity to the famous Broadway strip, event goers get the perfect well-rounded trip.
1 Hotel Nashville
710 Demonbreun Street, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
Opened in 2022, self-described “mission-driven luxury hotel,” 1 Hotel Nashville became the city’s premier sustainability forward property. With nearly 35,000 total square feet of indoor and outdoor potential meeting space, there is endless possibility to create the perfect event. You and your attendees will love the Instgrammable live plant walls and perfectly curated décor.
Why we love it: This 215-room oasis intertwines the invigorating energy of city living with the beauty of nature. If you are looking to place sustainability at the center of your programs, 1 Hotel’s recycling programs, elevated wellness options, and thoughtfully curated hotel design will make that a seamless reality.
Thompson Nashville
401 11th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
With 224 sleeping rooms and 6,000 total square feet of meeting space, the Thompson Nashville is a great option for smaller groups looking to take over an entire property. Each meeting space has tall ceilings with stunning views from the floor to ceiling windows guaranteed to wow attendees.
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Why we love it: From Marsh House’s locally sourced seasonal menu to LA Jackson’s expertly crafted cocktails, event attendees are in for a culinary treat.
Venues
The Listening Room Cafe
618 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37210
This classic Nashville establishment has been around since 2008 and is a true gem. You never know who will be on stage telling the stories of the hits they’ve written, or who will be in the crowd watching along with you! The Listening Room offers a full venue buyout that can host up to 650 attendees reception style and is the perfect casual venue in the heart of the city.
Photo via The Listening Room
Why we love it: The built-in stage makes this a perfect evening event venue for an entertainment loving crowd. Bonus tip: host a writer’s round at your event, and all your attendees will be so excited to tell everyone about their authentic Nashville music experience.
Nelsons Green Brier
33 Peabody Street, Nashville, TN 37210, United States
Located in the historic Marathon Village, Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery is home to a brand-new event space. From a tour of the distillery floor with tasting impressive local whiskeys, to the multiple private rooms and built in stage, Nelson’s Green Brier offers a turnkey event experience. Each room offers a distinct experience, and the activations possibilities are endless – whiskey and cigar pairings in the Rickhouse Room or a full band and line dancing in the Oak Room.
Photos via Nelson’s Green Brier
Why we love it: Between the Hall of History and the distillery guides, attendees get an offsite experience like no other. Your curated tour experience ends in the lush Whiskey Garden, perfect for a small cocktail hour before the group transitions to the full party.
Twelve Thirty Club
550 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
Right in the middle of Broadway, the Twelve Thirty Club offers a swanky reprieve from the sea of Honky Tonks. Located on the third floor, The Supper Club and Rooftop is the perfect upscale event venue for groups with a large budget. A full buyout of the space allows for a group of up to 550 attendees.
Photos via Twelve Thirty Club
Why we love it: If the stunning inside of the Supper Club doesn’t sell you, the rooftop full of live plants and stunning views should do the trick! Partially covered and offering a view of Broadway, the rooftop will put your attendees in the perfect party mood.
Pinewood Social
33 Peabody Street, Nashville, TN 37210, United States
Pinewood Social combines the allure of an upscale cocktail bar, the comfort of your favorite coffee shop, and the excitement of a bowling alley. Nashville locals can be found here from morning to night taking advantage of the large, comfortable lounge space. With both indoor and outdoor options, Pinewood Social can host up to 400 attendees.
Photos via Pinewood Social
Why we love it: The customizable can wall is a branding opportunity we have never seen before! Pinewood Social will take your logo, slogan, or favorite colors and create the perfect photo opp for your event.
Restaurants
Martin’s Barbeque
410 4th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201, United States
Why we love it: Located right downtown and hosting multiple levels including a lush outdoor covered Beer Garden, Martin’s is the perfect off site getaway location for up to 400 attendees to enjoy a taste of Nashville. There is a permanent stage and ample large scale bar games make the atmosphere relaxed and fun. There’s nothing like an organized Cup Pong tournament to really get attendees excited! If the outdoor space isn’t right for your group, there are also multiple private dining spaces inside making this a perfect choice for smaller meetings and dinners as well.
Photo via Martin’s Barbeque
LOMA’s menu picks: A trip to Nashville isn’t complete without barbeque. Try Martin’s Smoked Beef Brisket and a cold pint of local beer!
Superica
605 Overton Street, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
Why we love it: Hosting up to 250 guests, Superica offers diners a taste of Tex Mex right in the heart of the Gulch neighborhood. Its vibrant décor, large covered patio, and impressive amount of natural lighting all make Superica the perfect spot for networking and mingling with other attendees.
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LOMA’s menu picks: Don’t stop by without trying the “Bandit Queen” guava chile margarita or the Fajitas Al Carbon.
Mockingbird
121 12th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37203, United States
Why we love it: Owned by celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan, Mockingbird brings an elevated and exciting fusion twist to classic American Diner dishes. Mockingbird is centrally located to our favorite hotels – right in the Gulch neighborhood – and can host up to 230 guests seated or 250 standing.
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LOMA’s menu picks: You have to try the “bubbles in a bag” champagne cocktail and the Seoul Purpose Hanger Steak.