Holiday Inn and Suites Downtown, Chattanooga (night 1)
Ideally positioned in the heart of the downtown area and within walking distance of the Tennessee River, this contemporary hotel has an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a bar, and a Brazilian steakhouse. The simple, contemporary guestrooms have tea/coffee-making facilities, a mini-fridge, and a microwave.
Holiday Inn Nashville Downtown Arena, Nashville (night 2)
Nestled amongst Nashville’s lively downtown attractions, and only a short drive from the city, this hotel offers an ideal riverside location from which to explore the world’s ‘Country Music Capital’. There is an indoor swimming pool and a fitness suite, as well as restaurant which offers traditional American fare. Stylish guestrooms are equipped with TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers.
The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis (nights 3-4)
Inspired by Elvis' warm hospitality, this hotel offers guests the chance to stay just a few steps from the gates of Graceland. Every aspect of the hotel is designed to reflect the King's personal style, from the Southern Colonial exterior to the restaurants, bar, theatre, gift shop and even the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool bar. Each guestroom is comfortably furnished and has a fridge, TV, and tea/coffee-making facilities. The hotel also runs a reasonably priced shuttle service to Beale Street.
Wyndham French Quarter, New Orleans (nights 5-7)
A charming hotel set in the famous French Quarter and within walking distance of New Orleans’ famous tourist attractions. There’s a heated indoor swimming pool and a fitness overlooking the city. Classic guestrooms include a TV, free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a hairdryer.
Gulf Hills Resort, Ocean Springs (nights 8-11)
Set on a lagoon with an outdoor swimming pool, this hotel dates back to the 1920s and is Ocean Springs’ only waterfront hotel. Several of America's most famous stars and gangsters have stayed here over the years, including Elvis Presley, Judy Garland, Marylin Monroe, and Al Capone. Guests have access to an outdoor saltwater swimming pool, tennis courts and a sunset lounge. There are restaurants within walking distance and Ocean Springs is a short five-minute cab ride away. Guestrooms are stylish in design with tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, mini-fridges, microwaves, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.
Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown-Tutwiler, Birmingham (night 12)
Housed in the historic Tutwiler building, this hotel boasts a rich history from its central location. Based within walking distance of the city's most exciting landmarks, and with a relaxed onsite restaurant, fitness suite and bar area, this hotel offers the perfect starting point to explore Birmingham. Elegant guestrooms feature free Wi-Fi, TVs, coffee/tea-making facilities and, in some cases, period furnishings.