BIG CYPRESS LODGE, Memphis

Big Cypress Lodge - A wilderness retreat with treehouse accommodations, indoor cypress swamp, and panoramic Memphis views

Located in the heart of Memphis inside a 535000-square-foot pyramid, this 5-star wilderness Memphis hotel features 103 rustic-elegant rooms suspended among 100-foot cypress trees. Big Cypress Lodge offers treehouse retreats, private cabins and suites with electric fireplaces and luxury bathrooms with jetted tubs. The property includes a live cypress swamp habitat with alligators and native Mississippi River fish species. The nation's tallest free-standing elevator takes guests to The Lookout restaurant and observation deck. On-site dining options include Wahlburgers Wild featuring signature game dishes and the Mississippi Terrace offering skyline views and outdoor seating. Guest amenities include 24-hour fitness center, business center, complimentary downtown shuttle service, and valet parking. Big Cypress Lodge sits minutes from Beale Street and downtown attractions.

Pros

Daily fish feeding demonstrations at the 600000-gallon aquarium featuring 36 native fish species

Interactive Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center with conservation exhibits and decoy collections

25-yard indoor archery and pistol ranges available for guest use

Complimentary morning coffee service and afternoon fruit-infused water in the lobby

Cons

12.5 miles distance from Memphis International Airport

Breakfast buffet available for additional charge only