University District Travel Guide

Memphis

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Stay near popular University District attractions

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University of Memphis

8.2/10 (1,564 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum

Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum

฿7,064
per adult
Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿668
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

฿3,172
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Mojo Music Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,282
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,649
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,356
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
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Top hotels in University District

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,193 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,193
฿3,954 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hu. Hotel
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,722 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿6,722
฿8,857 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and FedExForum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,022 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

The Peabody Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿7,735 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿7,735
฿9,928 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,823 reviews)
"For the most part, everything was great. The only exception, was the beds. Mattress and pillows were mediocre at best. The mattress was extremely firm. My shoulders, hips and even my back hurt due to this. Pillows were way too spongy soft for me. The wooden bed frame was pretty, but both myself and ..."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,852 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
฿4,852
฿5,829 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,992 reviews)
"Room was clean, restaurant was good, and the employees were very helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿8,748 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿8,748
฿11,074 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
The Guest House at Graceland
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,357 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,357
฿5,460 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very good! (1,024 reviews)
"Not one Bottle of complimentary water."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Memphis Riverline Hotel
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Where to stay in University District

Find the best University District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Memphis

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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East Memphis

Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Leftwich Tennis Center and Theatre Memphis.

A neon-lit street with signs for restaurants and clubs.

Midtown

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

A garden with a plaque about Graceland, a historic site built in 1939.

Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Southland Mall might round out your trip.

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Southwind

Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.

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