Hotel Overview
Good Value
We rented this room to visit Memphis and May and it was surprisingly very nice and comfortable. The...
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FrequentTravlr
- May 21, 2012
Two nights in Memphis
While this hotel isn't glamerous, it's quite comfortable and I found nothing lacking in the rooms....
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Orangelamb
- May 3, 2012
Creature comforts, cool veneer highlight Madison Avenue inn
This modern, smoke-free property with the funky façade belies its Best Western affiliation, but guests enjoy contemporary comfort and a solid value. Gen X Inn, situated in the city's medical district, offers easy access to the best attractions in historic Memphis. Amenities include a business center, exercise room, and free wireless Internet access.
Highlights
- Close to medical centers and major landmarks
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Complimentary continental breakfast
- Children under 12 stay free with paying adult on existing bedding
Rooms
Each of the 32 stylish, air-conditioned guestrooms offers one king or two queen beds. Amenities include luxury linens, a 32-inch plasma television with HBO and premium sports and news channels, DVD player, refrigerator, designer toiletries, and free hard-wired and wireless Internet access.
Features
Gen X Inn guests work out for free in the inn's exercise room, with stair-stepper, exercise bike, and treadmill, and also have access to a neighborhood fitness facility.
This trendy, urban boutique hotel, located on the Madison Avenue trolley line, provides convenient access to Beale Street's entertainment district less than two miles away, and the Regional Medical Center at Memphis Medical Center. Other area medical-related institutions include Southern College of Optometry, University of Tennessee Medical School, Methodist University Hospital, and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Guests find dozens of top-flight attractions close, including Beale Street's simmering entertainment district, Gibson Guitar, Sun Studios, AutoZone Park, FedEx Forum, Pyramid Arena, Memphis Brooks Museum, Orpheum Theatre, Cook Convention Center, and the Memphis Zoo.
Dining
The inn serves guests a complimentary continental breakfast, featuring fresh-made waffles and fresh-brewed coffee. During the day guests drop into a variety of local restaurants, including Top's B-B-Q, Bruno's Italian, Greek fare at Petra, India Palace, Bhan Thai, Blue Monkey, the Butcher Shop Steakhouse, or Molly Gonzales La Casita.
Transportation
- Memphis International Airport (9.9 mi/15.9 km)
- Vintage trolleys and traditional buses, Memphis Area Transit Authority
Nearby attractions
- Beale Street entertainment district (2 mi/3.2 km)
- Elvis Presley's home, Graceland (7.1 mi/11.4 km)
- Pink Palace Museum and IMAX Theater (4.3 mi/6.9 km)
- Children's Museum Of Memphis (3.2 mi/5.1 km)
- Memphis Botanic Garden/Audubon Park (7.3 mi/11.7 km)
Business
- 24-hour business center with computer, printer, and copier (fees apply)
- Free wireless Internet available in public areas
BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn Rooms
- 1 KING BED
- Description not provided
- 2 QUEEN BEDS
- Description not provided
- 1 KING BED
- Description not provided
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Jackson,, Little Rock,, Nashville, Millington, Tunica,
- Nearby airports
- (MEM), 10.00, MI, W;
- Area description
- Downtown
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Accessible facilities
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Business center
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Continental Breakfast
- Cribs Available
- Data port Available
- DVD Player
- Electronic Door Locks
- Elevators
- Exercise Gym
- Express Checkout
- Fitness center
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free Newspaper
- Free parking
- Hairdryer in Room
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- Internet Access
- Ironing Board
- King Bed
- Lounge
- Multilingual
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Parking
- Phone with speaker
- Queen Bed
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- RV or Truck Parking
- Security
- Smoke-free policy
- Television with Cable
- Truck Parking
- Wake-up Service
- Wheel Chair Access
Dining
- Bhan Thai
- 1.50 mile(s) from Bhan Thai, Full Service, Thai, Open for: lunch
- Cupboard Restaurant
- 0.50 mile(s) from Cupboard Restaurant, Fast Food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Blue Fin
- 2.20 mile(s) from Blue Fin, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: lunch, dinner
- Huey's
- 2.00 mile(s) from Huey's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
- Molly Gonzales La Casita
- 2.10 mile(s) from Molly Gonzales La Casita, Full Service, Mexican, Open for: breakfast
- Blue Monkey
- 1.60 mile(s) from Blue Monkey, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
- Petra
- 0.50 mile(s) from Petra, Full Service, Greek, Open for: breakfast
- Pei Wei
- 1.00 mile(s) from Pei Wei, Full Service, Chinese, Open for: lunch, dinner
- India Palace
- 1.10 mile(s) from India Palace, Bar/Lounge, Indian, Open for: lunch, dinner
- Zinnie's East
- 1.50 mile(s) from Zinnie's East, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 01:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (9)
Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn
- All travelers (9) 3.7 / 5
- Business (3) 3 / 5
- Couples (4) 4 / 5
- Friends (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3.4
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
FrequentTravlr
Good Value
We rented this room to visit Memphis and May and it was surprisingly very nice and comfortable. The neighborhood looks a little unsecure so i wouldnt walk alone at night but other than that it was fine.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Orangelamb
Two nights in Memphis
While this hotel isn't glamerous, it's quite comfortable and I found nothing lacking in the rooms. Clean sheets, a fridge, flat screen tv, and a computer desk. We stayed here to be close enough to Beale St that we wouldn't have to catch a cab or worry about having a designated driver to get us back. I'm not sure I'd stay here again for that reason as the trolly stops quite a few blocks to each side of the hotel, but not close enough to make me feel entirely safe walking the in-between distance. We had no issues though, so perhaps I was just being paranoid. Simple breakfast in the morning with pastries, waffles, fruit, and cereal. The hotel staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, which I really enjoyed. Good bang for you buck here!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
KLLH
What's in a reservation
We arrived for our stay at 6:00 local time and were promptly told that they have overbooked the hotel and that they wanted to move us to another (lesser valued) hotel down the road. We booked our stay two months in advanced and the payment had been taken at that time. After we decided to find a different hotel to go to, a room magically appeared for us. We did not appreciate reserving a room only to have it disappear and then reappear.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Pa Pa Pias on Union is a wonderful Italian restaurant on Union between Front and Main street. I recommend a reservation, but wonderful food.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Topeka Bob
nice modern hotel
Nice hotel, right next to the trolley line. All rooms non-smoking. Handy parking. Breakfast good, excellent coffee, but no fresh fruit. We watched the NCAA basketball tournament in our room on a very poor quality TV. Overall good experience. We would stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
If you like Elvis, you must see Graceland.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Excelent Staff
My experience was totally made better by the staff. The woman that received us was very helping. Her attention made the whole stay better.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
pltsg
Memphis stop
Hotel room was great. One minute from the highway, five minutes from downtown. King side bed excellent shower breakfast ever morning. Did not have to walk around the world to get in the building. Parking was great and secure. I would not advise going there if you are traveling with an RV or Trailer.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short drive from hotel
Beale Street 7 minutes away Great dinning, Great live blues music friendly people. River side drive Mouth of the Mississippi, great veiws.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Running Mom
Great stay!
I stayed here while running the St. Jude marathon as it was a great price, near the start/end of the race. I was very impressed with the service I received and the room was great. Bed was very comfortable which is important when you are getting up early the next day to go run! I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a hotel in the area which is clean and friendly!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Spartacus 1
Clean Hotel
Enjoyed blues on bealle street
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Short Drive to Bealle Street
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Interior finishes/paint are a
Interior finishes/paint are a bit jarring, but appear new and in good condition. This is a former medical building of some sort and it smells a bit antiseptic--not necessarily a bad thing, but it is notable. It is well situated near Memphis' major medical centers. It is also convenient via car or an antique streetcar to the downtown area and some other parts of mid-town. It is convenient to Rhodes College. All in all, it was a good, basic, budget urban hotel. We paid about half the cost of the nearby HI-Express and I doubt it would have been functionally any better.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
