
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Best for being in the middle of Beale Street nightlife, convenient walking access to downtown music venues, and a rooftop pool with skyline and river views.
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Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis is a modern 4-star hotel located directly on Beale Street, aimed at travelers who want nightlife, river views, and a rooftop bar/pool. Big Cypress Lodge is a 5-star, lodge-style hotel inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid that reads like a destination stay—best for families and guests looking for a themed, resort-like experience near downtown attractions.
Updated · about 1.2 mi (≈1.9 km) apart

Best for being in the middle of Beale Street nightlife, convenient walking access to downtown music venues, and a rooftop pool with skyline and river views.

Best for travelers who want a destination, lodge-style stay inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid with individually decorated rooms, fireplace and indoor private hot tub options, and a family-friendly attraction on-site.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis wins if you want to be literally on Beale Street with immediate access to music clubs, the riverfront, a rooftop whiskey bar, and a downtown resort-style pool.
Big Cypress Lodge wins if you prefer a distinctive, destination lodge experience inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid—rooms with fireplaces and indoor private hot tubs, multiple bars and restaurants on-site, and activities tied to the Pyramid attraction.
Bottom line: Choose Hyatt Centric for nightlife, riverfront access, and a rooftop/pool-centered downtown stay. Choose Big Cypress Lodge if you want a themed lodge stay that’s an attraction itself and don’t mind being a short drive or ride from the Beale Street block.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis | Big Cypress Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, music-and-nightlife focused; modern 4-star on Beale Street | Lodge-style, attraction-focused; 5-star hotel inside a retail/entertainment Pyramid |
| Location relative to downtown | Directly on Beale Street at 33 Beale Street (corner of Beale & S Front) | Inside Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, a short drive from Beale Street and downtown |
| Size (rooms) | 227 guest rooms, including 12 suites | 103 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; primary guest must be 21+ to check in | |
| Pools | Resort-style outdoor pool with cabanas and sun deck (hotel describes it as Downtown's only resort-style pool) | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | CIMAS Restaurant, CIMAS Lobby Lounge, Beck & Call Rooftop Lounge (3 on-site venues) | 2 restaurants (including The Lookout) and 3 bars/lounges; in-room dining available during limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; 24-hour fitness center | Not published |
| Signature features | Only hotel located directly on Beale Street; rooftop whiskey-themed bar; event lawn overlooking the river | Lodge rooms with fireplaces and indoor private hot tubs; location inside Bass Pro Shops Pyramid |
| Parking | Valet parking onsite ($36 overnight; $16 day), nearby self-parking options | Self parking and secured valet parking (surcharge); onsite parking fees apply |
| Event & meeting space | About 9,000 sq ft of flexible meeting/event space including Foundry Ballroom and outdoor lawn | Conference space ~5,995 sq ft with meeting rooms and banquet facilities |
Hyatt Centric sits at the corner of Beale and South Front Street — the only hotel located directly on Beale Street.
Pick Hyatt Centric for the shortest walk to Beale Street and downtown music venues.
Big Cypress Lodge is inside Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, a short drive from Beale Street and many downtown sites.
Pick Big Cypress if you want a stay that’s also a Pyramid attraction and don’t need to be on Beale itself.
Hyatt Centric has contemporary downtown rooms and a handful of suites with river or Beale Street views.
Choose Hyatt Centric for modern rooms with river or Beale Street views and larger overall inventory.
Big Cypress Lodge offers 103 individually decorated guestrooms with lodge-style details.
Choose Big Cypress for themed rooms and in-room fireplaces or private hot tubs if that’s a priority.
Hyatt Centric offers Latin-inspired dining, a lobby lounge, and a rooftop whiskey bar with skyline views.
Choose Hyatt Centric if you want quick access to Beale Street restaurants plus an on-site rooftop bar.
Big Cypress Lodge has multiple on-site dining and bar options tied to the Pyramid attraction.
Pick Big Cypress when you want meals and nightlife within the Pyramid complex and lodge-style dining options.
Hyatt Centric highlights a resort-style outdoor pool with cabanas and an expansive sun deck.
Choose Hyatt Centric for a downtown resort-style pool and poolside cabanas.
Big Cypress Lodge’s signature is its location inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid and lodge-themed rooms.
Choose Big Cypress for a themed lodge experience and in-room hot tub/fireplace options; pool details are not published.
Hyatt Centric offers a 24-hour fitness center plus rooftop nightlife at Beck & Call.
Pick Hyatt Centric for fitness facilities and a downtown rooftop bar scene.
Big Cypress Lodge blends on-site activities inside the Pyramid with bars and family entertainment.
Pick Big Cypress for an entertainment-rich, family-oriented lodge experience rather than a nightclub scene.

Hyatt Centric — the only hotel located directly on Beale Street with immediate access to music clubs, restaurants, and a rooftop bar.

Big Cypress Lodge — a lodge-style hotel inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid, with themed rooms, fireplaces, and in-room hot tubs.

Hyatt Centric — a resort-style outdoor pool with cabanas and an expansive sun deck marketed as a downtown pool experience.

Big Cypress Lodge — steps from Bass Pro Shops and family-oriented activities such as a bowling alley and on-site entertainment.
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis is directly on Beale Street; Big Cypress Lodge is inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid a short drive away.
Big Cypress Lodge lists individually decorated rooms featuring fireplaces and indoor private hot tubs; Hyatt Centric’s rooms are modern downtown-style without that feature.
Hyatt Centric does not offer an on-site spa (it has a 24-hour fitness center). Big Cypress Lodge’s supplier listing does not publish a full-service spa.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; the primary guest checking in at Hyatt Centric must be at least 21 years old (a standard check-in requirement).
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