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Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, brown leather chairs, a round coffee table, and a small side table. There are two windows with blinds, a brick wall, and a white door.
A staircase with a metal railing, a plant on the landing, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.
A street corner with a brick building featuring storefronts, including a bakery and a bookstore.
A staircase with a handrail, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a round mirror, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and two windows with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Beale Street

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Memphis, TN
  • Place, Beale Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Orpheum Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, FedExForum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Memphis, TN (MEM-Memphis Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Memphis

Downtown Memphis, a neighbourhood in Memphis, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and popular attractions include Memphis Zoo and Graceland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at FedExForum or Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid.
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Memphis, TN

What's nearby

  • National Civil Rights Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beale Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Orpheum Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • FedExForum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Peabody Ducks - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Memphis Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B.B. King's Blues Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blues City Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Green Beetle - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture?

As of 26 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture on 13 November 2026 start from NZ$1,051, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Main St. Gem | Steps from Memphis Culture located?

Located in Downtown Memphis, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Beale Street. Mississippi River and FedExForum are also within 15 minutes. Memphis Central Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The two beds are very comfortable and the whole apartment is very clean. The whole building has been renovated, good secure access at the main entrance and an easy little parking area next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review. I’m so glad you enjoyed the convenient location, comfortable beds, and spotless apartment. It’s also great to hear that the secure building access and nearby parking made your stay even easier. We’d be happy to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place great beds
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2026
Thanks so much for the kind words. I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed the space—and especially that the beds hit the mark. We'd love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2026
Thank you for the kind note. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and that the space worked well for you. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. To host was very helpful in letting us know what was in the area as far as places to eat and entertainment. The host replied to our messages within minutes. The stay was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2025
Thanks for the kind words—glad to hear the location worked out well and that you felt supported throughout your stay. We'd be happy to host you again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very responsive and helpful. He answered our questions and checked in with us multiple times before and during our stay. The accommodations were great too.We were there for the St. Jude Marathon. The location was excellent (walkable) for all of the activities and restaurants. We would recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2026
Thanks so much — I’m glad the location worked so well for the St. Jude Marathon and that the stay felt supported from start to finish. Appreciate the kind words, and we’d love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved how close it was to Beale street, the apartment was really nice, and the owner responded to any questions really fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2024
Thank you for sharing your positive experience, Cole! We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and perfectly located!

My family enjoyed their stay at this property. Communication with Tim was fast and his instructions were very clear. Parking was a breeze and the property was within walking distance of just about everything you would need during your trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2025
Thank you for the kind review! I'm so glad your family enjoyed your stay and that the communication and parking were easy for you. It's great to hear the location was convenient for everything you needed. We'd love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The team was terrific and the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
Thank you for your positive feedback, Jeremy! We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location and hassle free stay

We were there for a bridge tournament at Renasant. This place was neat and clean with all amenities in great condition. Hassle free check in, checkout. Loved it!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great stay while attending the bridge tournament at Renasant. We’d love to welcome you back for your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Exactly as listed. Fun location, close to everything. Fun to walk around and see the city!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Thank you Michelle! Hope you were able to enjoy and explore Memphis!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location & Excellent Communication

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely, rustic space. It was great to have a dedicated parking spot and be within walking distance of FedEx Forum and Beale Street, where all the action is. Tim was fantastic with communication before, during, and after our stay, making everything smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2025
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the space and its great location near all the action. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Consistently Great!

We loved our stay and will continue to return to this property. You will always feel safe, the parking is perfect and you will love the location. The noise and city appeal isn’t for all but it is for anyone wanting to enjoy the heart of downtown Memphis.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
We're so pleased to hear that you loved your stay and are planning to return! It's wonderful that you feel safe at the property and appreciate the convenience of the parking and the central location. Your enjoyment of the vibrant downtown Memphis atmosphere is exactly what we hope for our guests. Thank you for your enthusiastic feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was right in the middle of everything we wanted to do while in Memphis. Great food, great culture, and all walking distance. The property is very well decorated and maintained. A property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is my second stay at this location but different unit. The location is prime towards walking to Beale Street or other tourist locations. We spent a lot of time walking even though we drove to Memphis for the trip and had a vehicle available for usage. SOB, Slider Inn, and the Arcade are nearby restaurants with great tasting food. The property is clean, well organized, and modern. Great communication from the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and great location

Really enjoyed this rental. It was an easy check in and the apartment has everything you need. I cooked a few meals and they had everything I needed. Location to downtown Memphis couldn’t be better. I will say that at night it can be noisy with loud music and loud cars but they provide earplugs!!! All in all great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2022
Thank you for the review, Ted and glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Yes, the apartment is in a historic building so sound tends to travel easier, so we advise guests to be more conscious of their noise levels. I'm glad the earplugs were able to help you get a good night's sleep! Thanks again for staying with us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place Great Location

Very Clean and nice. Great location. Facility is not handicap accessible. Can only access apartments via stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2021
Thank you for the feedback, John and we're sorry about the stairs. The apartments are in a historic property and we're trying to keep its old charm as much as possible. Thanks again for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Urban Without the Edge

Everything about it was easy and comfortable: the accommodations; the neighborhood; the walking proximity to sites, the river, restaurants, etc. We settled right in and got to know Memphis. The exposed brick gives the space loads of character and all of its appointments feel new.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2023
Thank you for your review, Kathryn! We are glad you had a comfortable stay. We would love to welcome you back again in one of our lofts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection in Memphis: This apartment is chef’s kiss—perched above a five-star restaurant. Spotless, stylish, and so comfortable. Tim, the host is warm and welcoming and quick to respond. Bed was super comfortable, shower pressure great ... tucked in a secure, beautiful, historic building.Coffee lovers, rejoice: there are dreamy cafés just steps away, perfect for sipping and people-watching. And if you’re a history buff or just love a good stroll, iconic Memphis landmarks are within walking distance. Bottom line: If you’re heading to Memphis and want a stay that’s equal parts luxe, local, and legendary—this is it. Just don't take all the nights because we'll be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the apartment’s comfort, style, and location. It sounds like you truly made the most of what Memphis has to offer, and we’re glad to be a part of that experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Drag racing

The property was very nice, convenient and comfortable. I have zero complaints about anything under the control of the property owners. However, the street it is located on has a major street racing problem. Every night we were awaken in the middle of the night by the sounds of street racing and cars making skid mark donuts in the middle of the street.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
It was a pleasure communicating with Cory. You are always welcome at our properties : ) We are looking forward to the next one!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We Absolutely loved our time here! It was clean and management was very communicative! We felt at home and there was NO noise from any other vacationers in the building. It is worth noting that the Main Street is very noisy through the night. We were aware of this before booking. One thing that we were not aware of was that the ambulance/emergency vehicles would use the road all night, sirens blaring. Again, nothing that the management can do to stop that. It was just a surprise to us. Management did provide sleep masks and ear plugs! It you can’t do ear plugs, this will be hard to stay at. The beds were comfortable! The bathroom and kitchen were nice and everything functioning perfectly. The living space was cute and our daughter thought the couch was excellent for napping/sleeping haha. Thank you for a great mini vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location, Location

Everything about this property was just as advertised. It was a mother/daughter trip during the week. Other than the trolley whistle, we did not experience issues with noise from the street. We did not do any cooking so I cannot comment on the adequacy of the kitchen supplies. Pros: Free parking. It was hard to find a place to stay in downtown Memphis that offered any parking, especially free. Location was within walking distance to many of the attractions we wanted to take part in. Firm beds, for me. Extra toilet paper. :) Freezer that made ice Cons: Firm beds, for my mom. Loud A/C unit making TV watching nearly impossible while it was running. No TV antenna for local channels - missed the news and Olympics
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2021
Thanks so much for the feedback Molly! Mattresses are one of the more tricky furniture pieces to choose - I purchased a medium-firm mattress to try to accommodate as many people as possible but realize it's not the best option for everyone. Wish I could have had an extra one for you on hand that was more firm :) Thanks again for choosing my place!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very dirty floors

This property is in a great location and the owners are prompt with their response. However, this place was incredibly dirty and the management did not feel the need to make this right with us. We arrived at the property late the first night then immediately went out to explore Memphis the next day. We didn’t notice how dirty the place was until late the next day. Within just an hour of walking around in the unit we all noticed that our feet were covered in dirt, totally black! We tried to deal with this on our own by just wearing socks but those also became gross and black due to the floors. We traveled with 2 young kids and felt gross with them playing/sitting on the floor. Along with the dirty floors, there was a dirt mark on the sheets, the bedroom light didn’t work, stains on the living room rug, smudges all over the glasses and dishes, dust and dirt all along the corners of the walls throughout the whole place. The air conditioner was incredibly loud but we had to keep it blowing because the 2 bedroom stayed really warm. It was almost like the ac unit didn’t reach the 2 bedrooms. My daughter woke up covered in sweat! Prior to writing this review we’ve been in close contact with the management to see if they’d make this issue right so we didn’t need to leave this very real review. Because we didn’t report the issue within 2 hours of staying there they said they couldn’t validate our concerns. They asked for pictures but still claim our issues are not true. Such a shame!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Mackenzie. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment you experienced regarding the cleanliness of the property during your stay. Please know that we take cleanliness and guest satisfaction very seriously. We took steps to address the issues you brought to our attention and we have implemented additional measures and improved our cleaning protocols to ensure a higher standard of cleanliness moving forward. We genuinely value your feedback as it helps us identify areas for improvement. We hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future, giving us the opportunity to provide you with a much-improved experience that reflects the high standards we strive for.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a great location.

This property was exactly as advertised - clean, bright, spacious and thoughtfully furnished. It is located in the thick of the Arts District and close to many of the main attractions of Memphis. It’s lively at night, but not outrageously so, and the ear plugs, eye masks and white noise machines for each bedroom more than took care of any issues we might have had. The parking spot was great to have, as well. We definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review, Sue! We look forward to hosting you again on your next visit to Memphis!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memphis

2 bedroom apartment was very clean and comfortable. Great location for many activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
We appreciate your feedback, Claudia! We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memphis adventure!

We were totally pleased with this location and the apartment far exceeded our expectations!!! It was everything we wanted and more and if we are ever back in Memphis will definitely stay there! Have already recommended it to family and friends! We were able to walk or catch the trolly to all the places we wanted to see. Thank you for making our trip so enjoyable with such a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
We appreciate your kind words, Jeanne! We hope to host you again in the future.
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