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BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

3 stars
1177 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104-2202
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
23 reviews
Weekend in Memphis

We were very impressed with room and the cleanliness! Had the best biscuits for breakfast ever!! We... See full review

  • Rockerchic44
  • May 1, 2013
Great stay

It was clean, and the price was very affordable. I would come and stay here again See full review

  • Sweat potato
  • Nov 15, 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
1 KING BED,NSMK,32 IN LCD TV,HI SPEED,REFRIG,CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
2 QUEEN BEDS
2 QUEEN BEDS,NSMK,32 IN LCD TV,HI SPEED,REFRIG,CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Continental breakfast
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Express checkout
Security
Wake-up service
Multilingual
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Outdoor parking
RV or truck parking
Truck parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Wheel chair access
Room
DVD player
Television with cable
Radio
Phone with speaker
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Cribs available
Electronic door locks
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

35.1392 -90.0221
Area served
Jackson,, Nashville, Little Rock,, Tunica,, Millington
Nearby airports
(MEM), 10.00, MI, W;
Area description
Downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • Beale Street: 1.3 mi
  • FedEx Forum: 1.6 mi

Dining

Memphis Pizza Cafe
1.90 mile(s) from Memphis Pizza Cafe, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
Bhan Thai
1.50 mile(s) from Bhan Thai, Full Service, Thai, Open for: lunch
India Palace
1.10 mile(s) from India Palace, Bar/Lounge, Indian, Open for: lunch, dinner
Blue Fin
2.20 mile(s) from Blue Fin, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: lunch, dinner
On The Border
6.70 mile(s) from On The Border, Bar/Lounge, Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner
Bari Restaurant
1.80 mile(s) from Bari Restaurant, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: lunch, dinner
Pei Wei
1.00 mile(s) from Pei Wei, Full Service, Chinese, Open for: lunch, dinner
Huey's
2.00 mile(s) from Huey's, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
Blue Monkey
1.60 mile(s) from Blue Monkey, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
Barksdale Restaurant
1.00 mile(s) from Barksdale Restaurant, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner

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.

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Guest Reviews (23)

Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Overall score

3.7 / 5
23 out of 23
Amenities:
3.4
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
3.4
Value:
3.8

96% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

3
Jimmy Dude
Grand Rapids,MI
May 2, 2013

hidden gem

Hotel was small and very comfortable. Was right on the trolley line and close to some interesting food and live music at the buccaneer lounge

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

5
Rockerchic44
Conway, AR
May 1, 2013

Weekend in Memphis

We were very impressed with room and the cleanliness! Had the best biscuits for breakfast ever!! We will definitely stay there again and will recommend it to our friends!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

4
uab Dental student
Business
birmingham,al
Apr 21, 2013

Great for Dental patients

if you're an out of town dental patient or medical patient this is perfect location. free breakfast and parking. Nothing glamourous but clean and spacious.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

4
pmcpmc
Washington, DC
Feb 19, 2013

Unexpected gem

This is a Best Western, not the Four Seasons, but for a budget hotel, it was a very pleasant surprise. The rooms were clean and recently rehabbed, with great beds, nice flat screen TVs, and lots of space. Plus, the hotel is located on the streetcar line to downtown/Beale street, in a quiet area of town. (I wouldn't walk around here late at night, but I never felt unsafe). My friends and I expected a dive and found a very nice, mid-level hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
5
Dining tip: Not Applicable

There's really nothing other than the streetcar line nearby.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

3
chitkat
St. Louis
Jan 27, 2013

Memphis Getaway

Hotel was clean, staff was very helpful. Breakfast in the morning was a small but, nice assortment with hot and cold items. Staff needs to check or refill the coffee in the caraffe with more frequency, mine was totally cold the first morning. Easy access to the trolley. We road it during the day and took taxis at night due to the general area.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
3
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

4
keb1025
Wyoming,PA
Jan 27, 2013

Nice for overnight stay in Memphis

Booked the hotel on-line for my daughter who was in Memphis for an interview for graduate studies. I called to confirm the reservation several days prior to her arrival and the reservations desk staff was very helpful with information about the city and suggestions for transportation to and from the airport. My daughter reported that the staff was very nice and helpful and the room was comfortable and clean. Her only complaint was that the fruit selection was limited when she got down to the complementry breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

5
Sweat potato
Business
Atlanta, GA
Nov 15, 2012

Great stay

It was clean, and the price was very affordable. I would come and stay here again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

3
Thomas JD
Switzerland
Oct 21, 2012

Good Hotel but not Downtown

The hotel itself is good, nice staff, big and clean rooms, coffee maker, fridge, big TV, parking lots, all you need. it's not downtown though. If you don't have a car, it takes you a while to get to downtown, especially beale street. The taxi was about 10$ from there. The trolley station is close but they don't run all night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Marlow's near Graceland is a good restaurant for Elvis Fans.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

3
Greggy47
Business
Clarksville, TN
Oct 8, 2012

Alittle Above Aerage

The location of this hotel is great, but our room lacked a microwave. The room was very clean. The big issue we had was the noise-there was alot of activity on our floor, especially the last night. Alot of people slamming doors and screaming. Not a bad stay for the price, but overall, the price shouold be just a little lower for what you get.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Gen X Inn

Reviewer score

4
PenLo
Hattiesburg, MS
Sep 29, 2012

Fit my needs

This hotel was very clean. Checking in and out was a breeze. The hotel breakfast was about average as with other hotels. One plus, they had a waffle maker for a fresh waffle. As for location, it was centrally located within minutes of all the places we wanted to visit and easy to find; but it seemed to not be in such a great area of town. Thankfully we had no issues and everything went smoothly. I would recommend this hotel for the price and closeness to area attractions.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
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