Kimpton Aertson Hotel

Is Kimpton Aertson Hotel worth booking in Nashville?

Yes, if you want a design-forward Midtown hotel with genuine personality and easy access to Vanderbilt and the Broadway corridor. The Aertson sits at 2021 Broadway, which puts you within walking distance of Nashville's core without dropping you into the loudest end of Lower Broadway. For a return visitor who has done the honky-tonk circuit, this is a more livable base than the party-adjacent options closer to downtown.

Kimpton's brand promise is boutique-hotel feel at a mid-to-upper-tier price point, and the Aertson delivers on the visual side. The lobby reads contemporary Nashville rather than generic corporate, and the room design is a step above the JW Marriott Nashville or Marriott-tier flags in the area. If you stayed here once and liked the property, the next logical upgrade question is whether a suite is worth the delta over a standard king. The honest answer: at most Kimpton properties the suite tier gains you meaningful living space and city views, but the service ceiling stays the same. If you are in Nashville for an event, a concert at Ascend Amphitheater, or a Vanderbilt visit, the suite upgrade is hard to justify unless you need the square footage. For longer stays of three or more nights, or if you are hosting people in the room, the extra space becomes practical rather than aspirational.

The Aertson's on-site dining and rooftop pool are the two features that most separate it from a comparable-price standard hotel. The rooftop is a genuine asset in Nashville's spring and fall, when the weather supports it. For dining, Nashville has strong independent options nearby, and Pearl's full Nashville restaurants guide is worth checking before defaulting to in-hotel meals every night.

Booking is easy. The Kimpton Aertson does not require advance planning on the level of, say, The Hermitage Hotel or a concert-weekend surge at Thompson Nashville. Outside of major events, you can typically book within a week of arrival without penalty. IHG One Rewards members get the standard Kimpton perks, including the social hour, which adds value at no extra cost.

If design matters to you and you want a Midtown location over a downtown one, the Aertson is a solid yes. If you want the highest service ceiling in Nashville, look at The Hermitage Hotel or 1 Hotel Nashville instead.

Quick reference: Address: 2021 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203. Booking difficulty: easy. Leading for: Midtown access, design-forward rooms, return Nashville visitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kimpton Aertson Hotel family-friendly?

• Kimpton hotels are generally family-tolerant rather than family-programmed. The Aertson is more suited to couples and adult groups than families with young children, given the Midtown Nashville location and bar-forward amenities.
• If you are travelling with kids, our full Nashville hotels guide covers properties with more dedicated family infrastructure.
• Kimpton's pet-friendly policy is one of the stronger ones in the brand tier, so the Aertson works well for travellers with dogs.

Which room category is leading at Kimpton Aertson Hotel?

• For most stays, a standard king with a city-facing view is the right call. The room design is the property's main asset, and the standard rooms deliver it adequately.
• Suite upgrades add living space but not a meaningfully different service experience. Worth it for stays of three or more nights, or if you need room to spread out for a work trip or multi-person stay.
• Compare the suite delta against what a night at Bobby Hotel or Bode Nashville costs before committing to the upgrade.

How does Kimpton Aertson Hotel compare to nearby hotels?

• See the full comparison section below for a detailed breakdown against Soho House Nashville, Conrad Nashville, and others.
• Short version: the Aertson sits in the mid-tier of Nashville's design-hotel set, above standard flags but below the Four Seasons or The Joseph in terms of service depth and room finish.

How is the dining at Kimpton Aertson Hotel?

• On-site dining is a functional asset rather than a destination. It covers the bases for breakfast and casual dinner without requiring you to leave the building.
• Nashville's independent restaurant scene is strong enough that you should not default to in-hotel dining every night. Check our full Nashville restaurants guide for options within walking distance.
• The bar program at Kimpton properties tends to be better than the food program, and the Aertson follows that pattern.

What is check-in like at Kimpton Aertson Hotel?

• Standard hotel check-in process. Kimpton's brand positioning emphasises a less formal front-desk experience than a traditional luxury property, which most guests find preferable.
• The address is 2021 Broadway, which is direct to reach from BNA airport by rideshare, typically 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
• IHG One Rewards members can request early check-in, though it is not guaranteed outside of upgrade availability.

How is the pool and spa at Kimpton Aertson Hotel?

• The rooftop pool is the standout amenity and the main reason to prioritise the Aertson over a comparable-price alternative. It is most useful in Nashville's spring and fall seasons.
• Spa facilities at Kimpton properties in this tier are typically limited compared to a dedicated spa hotel. If a full spa program matters, consider Canyon Ranch Tucson as a benchmark for what a real spa property looks like, or check our Nashville experiences guide for nearby day spa options.
• For the pool specifically, weekend afternoons fill up during warm months. Arrive early or ask the front desk about quieter windows.