The 404 Hotel
"How did it strike you on arrival?Billed as an urban hideaway, 404 is both unassuming and private, with no central lobby or public spaces. Nice. What’s the crowd like?You'll rarely see other guests, which makes you wonder just how famous they are. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Each of the five rooms, while on the smaller side, has its own fun quirks and touches. Local photographer Caroline Allison's mark is in each room, and a Nashville craftsman built each of the beds. The King Suite with Loft is a personal favorite because who doesn't love having their own en-suite spiral staircase? How about the little things, like minibar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?One of our favorite minibar finds is beer by Jackalope, Nashville's first (and only) women-owned brewery, located just down the street. #GirlPower Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Barn doors on rails slide to reveal a chic bathroom with Malin + Goetz toiletries. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Wi-Fi is free and reliable. Room service: Worth it?You can't order to your room, but the hotel's dining outlet, the 404 Kitchen, is located across the street. The James Beard-nominated restaurant, helmed by chef Matt Bolus, also has a downstairs whiskey bar called Gertie’s. Staff: If you could award one a trophy, who gets it, and why?There's no staff, just an invisible concierge on call at all times. In lieu of check-in, you pick a key-pad entry code, which is used to access your room at the time of your choosing. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.The 404's central locale in the heart of the Gulch makes it desirable for those who want to be in the thick of things. Bottom line: worth it, and why?For those who like the utmost privacy, the 404 is the only choice for you." - Kristin Luna
