Storied establishments that have stood the test of time and defined Southern hospitality.
Robbie Caponetto
What does it take to become a classic?
These are the South’s Best Classic Hotels, as voted on by our readers.
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The survey was fielded from July 10 to August 21, 2024, and had over 10,000 respondents.
francismarionhotel.com, 387 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
9. brownhotel.com, 335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
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To really see it shine, comeduring the holidayswhen the Beaux Arts building dresses to impress.
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thehermitagehotel.com, 231 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219
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A $1 billion renovation in 2006 ushered this modern marvel into the 21st century.
fontainebleau.com, 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
6. oldedwardshospitality.com, 445 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741
5. hotelmonteleone.com, 214 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
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Williamsburg Inn
Williamsburg Inn
Williamsburg, Virginia
History loves company in this official hotel of Colonial Williamsburg.
colonialwilliamsburghotels.com, 136 Francis St E, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Wine receptions and hot breakfasts give the 68-room hotel the intimate quality of a B&B.
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marshallhouse.com, 123 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA 31401
2. doncesar.com, 3400 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706
1. peabodymemphis.com, 149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
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