
1 Hotel Nashville
Best for travelers who want a sustainable, wellness-first downtown stay with strong on-site spa and farm-to-table dining.
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1 Hotel Nashville is a five-star, nature-minded downtown hotel focused on sustainable materials, wellness, and farm-to-table dining; read this if you want a nature-forward luxury stay with an active spa program. The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville is a five-star, art-forward luxury hotel with curated design, a rooftop garden and a signature restaurant; read this if you value design, cultural programming, and a central SoBro address.
Updated · about 0.4 km apart (roughly 0.25 miles)

Best for travelers who want a sustainable, wellness-first downtown stay with strong on-site spa and farm-to-table dining.

Best for guests who prioritize curated design, larger meeting space, and a traditional full-service luxury hotel experience with an outdoor pool.
When 1 Hotel Nashville wins: choose 1 Hotel if you want a nature-focused design, a strong wellness program (Bamford Wellness Spa and complimentary Anatomy gym), and farm-to-table dining plus a rooftop bar with skyline views.
When The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville wins: choose The Joseph if you want an art-forward property with more rooms, an outdoor seasonal pool, larger conference/ballroom capacity, and a central spot for cultural walking routes.
Bottom line: both are five-star downtown hotels in the same high-end SoBro cluster; pick 1 Hotel for wellness and sustainability-led design, pick The Joseph for a more conventional luxury stay with an outdoor pool and larger event facilities.
| Category | 1 Hotel Nashville | The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Nature-forward, sustainable luxury with wellness focus | Art-forward, curated luxury with cultural/design emphasis |
| Location (neighborhood) | SoBro (710 Demonbreun St), across from Music City Center | |
| Size (rooms) | 215 rooms | 297 rooms |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Outdoor seasonal pool (pool sun loungers, poolside bar) |
| Spa & fitness | Bamford Wellness Spa (award-winning) and 24-hour Anatomy fitness center (complimentary) | Full-service spa and 24-hour fitness center (fee/amenity details listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | 1 Kitchen (farm-to-table), Neighbors Café, Harriet's Rooftop; in-room dining 24h | Yolan (Italian), a coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars/lounges; room service available |
| Event & meeting space | Large meeting and ballroom inventory including Meadow Ballroom (9,251 sq ft) and ~32,000 sq ft combined event space | Conference space ~22,000 sq ft with 10 meeting rooms and ballroom/banquet facilities |
| Signature features | Sustainability details, complimentary bikes, rooftop terrace with firepit, Bamford spa | Rooftop garden, designer-curated interiors, proximity to Music City cultural sites |
| Parking & fees | Valet-only parking; nightly destination/amenity fee (reported ~ $32); complimentary WiFi for guests | Valet parking (surcharge), destination fee listed separately (Destination fee USD 43.20 per night), WiFi may be surcharge |
| Check-in policy | Check-in 4:00 PM; registering guest must be 21+ | |
1 Hotel Nashville sits at 710 Demonbreun Street directly across from Music City Center, putting Broadway, Bridgestone Arena and the Country Music Hall of Fame within easy walking distance.
Choose 1 Hotel if you want immediate access to Music City Center and walking proximity to Broadway with a nature-minded downtown base.
The Joseph is located at 401 Korean Veterans Boulevard in the same SoBro/arts-and-venues cluster, also within short walks of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Music City Center and Bridgestone Arena.
Pick The Joseph for a central, design-focused stay if you want to be steps from Nashville’s cultural sites and convention venues.
1 Hotel Nashville offers 215 rooms and suites in a nature-inspired design with a variety of city and skyline-facing options.
Rooms at 1 Hotel emphasize sustainable materials and a wellness-forward aesthetic, with multiple suite/terrace configurations for city views.
The Joseph has 297 air-conditioned rooms and suites that emphasize designer finishes and in-room iPads/LED TVs.
The Joseph offers more rooms and larger suite options with a design-forward, hospitality-leaning in-room experience.
1 Hotel Nashville centers its food program on 1 Kitchen (farm-to-table American), Neighbors Café, Harriet’s Rooftop and 24-hour room service.
Choose 1 Hotel for locally sourced, sustainability-minded dining and a popular rooftop cocktail scene.
The Joseph’s food and beverage program is centered on Yolan (Italian), a coffee shop, and two bars/lounges plus room service.
The Joseph is a good pick if you prefer a traditional hotel restaurant and multiple bar/lounge options, including poolside service when open.
1 Hotel Nashville does not have a swimming pool; its main guest amenities focus on spa and fitness.
If having a pool is important, 1 Hotel is not the right choice — its strengths are spa and fitness instead.
The Joseph offers an outdoor seasonal pool with pool sun loungers and a poolside bar.
The Joseph is preferable if you want an outdoor pool in a downtown luxury hotel, subject to seasonal availability.
1 Hotel places heavy emphasis on wellness programming alongside an active rooftop nightlife scene.
1 Hotel blends a serious spa and fitness offering with a buzzy rooftop bar — good for wellness-minded travelers who also want evening options.
The Joseph provides a full-service spa, 24-hour fitness and two lounges for evening drinks in a design-focused setting.
Pick The Joseph for traditional luxury spa and late-night lounge options in a design-forward setting.

Bamford Wellness Spa (award-winning) plus a complimentary, 24-hour Anatomy fitness center with classes.

The Joseph has an outdoor seasonal pool with poolside bar and loungers.

1 Hotel's sustainable materials, local sourcing and eco-conscious policies are core to its identity.

The Joseph offers ~22,000 sq ft of conference space and 10 meeting rooms; The Joseph and 1 Hotel both have substantial event capacity but The Joseph's meeting-room count is notable.
The Joseph has an outdoor seasonal pool; 1 Hotel Nashville does not have a swimming pool on property.
Both hotels have on-site spas, but 1 Hotel's Bamford Wellness Spa is a major feature (open daily with award recognition) while The Joseph offers a full-service spa and treatment rooms—either is a good choice for spa services.
Yes — both properties sit in the SoBro downtown cluster and are short walks to Broadway, Bridgestone Arena and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Both hotels offer valet parking for a surcharge; check current rates and in/out privileges with the hotel before arrival.
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