The hottest news coming from Tennessee is that its downtown Sheraton Grand Nashville hotel recently completed a significant renovation project that put it on the map. There is nothing unusual about that except that the famous brand-named hotel also added some unique enhancements that capitalized on its location, the iconic city of Nashville, which interests all meeting planners and group organizers.
How so? Well, while the original 485 guest rooms are all refurbished and designed with work/life balance issues in mind, and its 29,000 square feet of meeting rooms are all updated physically and technically, this Sheraton property went one step further by incorporating the dynamic destination of Nashville into the overall plan. After all, we’re talking about the land of time-honored Opryland – the world’s stage for country music performers. To do that, the Sheraton group has included “The Studios” in the major overhaul, an exciting new event space named after music icons Cash and Parton. Both are equipped with top-tier audio technology and even Karaoke possibilities for groups. But you do not have to be a “Johnny” or a “Dolly” to use one of “the studios” as they are available for all individuals and types of groups, social and corporate. Together, they offer meeting planners and event organizers a unique and entertaining space for breakout sessions and creative teambuilding activities that will be remembered for years.
According to Sheraton’s recent corporate announcement, the hospitality group expects The Studios to become “a classic Nashville ice breaker automatically and that this new concept of pairing groups with the destination in this unique way will foster community and collaboration.” That is timely news for planners and organizers who are always looking for the next best thing – something innovative and entertaining that will bond their group and create unforgettable memories.
Providing such experiences that blend elegance and Nashville charm, the Sheraton’s recently renovated ballrooms can accommodate up to 450 guests, offering “a stunning backdrop any event. For instance, the Platinum Ballroom, with its dramatic 22-foot ceiling and expansive space, stylishly sets the stage for a grand gala, while Executive Chef Kimo Akana’s personalized culinary experiences and an onsite events team make for a truly unforgettable meeting or other event” states one spokesperson.
More than that, the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown offers two diverse, full-service restaurants, and they, too, have a twist. One is the Library Restaurant & Lounge – once the site of the original Nashville Public Library. To honor its heritage, it boasts a menu of flavorful American cuisine and literary-inspired cocktails.
At the other end of the building, the 28th-floor Skye Lounge is Sora Kitchen, headed by local Chef Art Insyxiengmay. Here, guests enjoy a collection of expertly crafted sushi offerings, hand-crafted cocktails, beer, wine, and more set against 360-degree views of the Nashville skyline. Perfect for an opening night reception.
According to the hotel team, “Each of Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown’s food and beverage venues offers an ideal setting for innovative meetings, pairing an inspirational, interactive setting with an outstanding culinary experience to drive productivity.”
While we all know food and song are always an excellent combination for all types of events, everyone agrees that the Sheraton Grand Nashville takes it to another level (especially with a rooftop venue), and the Nashville downtown location, just steps from the city’s Arts District, makes it all happen.
