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Vista Inn Motel Downtown Memphis

2.0 of 5
265 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
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Vista Inn Motel Downtown Memphis
Ranked #59 of 134 hotels in Memphis
3.0 of 5 stars 89 Reviews
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We arrived in Memphis to find a sporting event on so not alot of accommodation. After trying 4 hotels with no luck we came across the Vista Inn. After juggling the lady on reception gave us 2 rooms. A bonus was a carpark. This hotel is so central. We walked to Beale Street and personally we never at any time... More

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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I used the 'hostel' part of this motel, with it being the only hostel in downtown Memphis I had pretty much no chance anywhere else, it'd basically a small room with two creaky bunk beds in it, Upon arrival it was just before a grizzlies game, the receptionist a guy checked me in pretty quickly charged me for what I... More

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Absolutely gross! Looks ok from outside, but don't be fooled! First ting I can say is, they need to clean! Ugh! Dusty, gross hair on the bed, and sticky soda on floor in the room! Out of curiosity, I pulled the sheet off the mattress and saw a nasty, moldy REALLY old mattress!! Looked about 20 years old. This place... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

The motel is just a few blocks from everything in downtown, including Beale Street and all the sports parks. Free parking, very clean and large rooms, very friendly staff. I made my reservation on the same day, when many of the other "downtown hotels" were booked up, and got a very good rate that was about 1/2 of what the... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

I had to book lastminute for a convention and this was all that was available. I figured two blocks from the Peabody how could it be bad - but truly I didn't feel comfortable walking two blocks in this area at night unescorted. Everything else was ok - quiet, beds were comfortable, towels were clean but skimpy, refrigerator and microwave... More

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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

My husband and I stayed at this motel about a week ago. We were accompanying another couple on their anniversary trip (they stayed at the Residence Inn because they had reward points for it). All in all, we had a nice time. I try not to be one of those reviewers that nitpicks every little thing, I am just trying... More

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Worthing, England
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

I echo the comments of most other reviewers: it's OK but with some flaws. The room was as expected, the service mediocre, the "breakfast" just a snack, but everything worked. It's local to downtown and parking is free. Decent value. We had slight concerns about "safety" as the walk to Beale St., while short, passes through dark, ominous streets. I... More

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Sydney, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Arriving late after plane delays & baggage on a following flight,we found the room was not booked despite hotel confirmation no. After some checking he gave us a room but we had to move in the morning.Apparently,bags arrived after 10pm but he didnt contact us but waited till morning when I asked if they have arrived.We needed our bags there... More

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Detroit, Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012
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person found this review helpful

Our room was completely disgusting. The bed skirt was ripped and hanging off the bed, one side had a huge white stain down the side of it as if some one had thrown up. The sheets had stains on them. Their was a red stain on the dresser by the tv, maybe wine or blood. Scary area to walk around.... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

The Vista Inn gets a great apparent rating on Tripadvisor - and so I booked. The location is indeed great for walking into Beale Street, restaurants, baseball and FedEx stadium. There were no problems with the cleanliness of the room or bedding. Everything in the bathroom worked. The larget CRT tv worked. The carpet was not old old and worn,... More

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265 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Price range (per night):* S$132 - 199

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