Dolly Parton's long-awaited SongTeller Hotel is officially welcoming guests to downtown Nashville. The hotel officially opened Sept. 29, adding a new hospitality destination inspired by the country music icon's life, career and ties to Music City.
The hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum was one of the final major projects the "9 to 5" songstress worked on before her death Aug. 25 at age 80 after a battle with an undisclosed form of cancer.
Parton purchased the former office building for $75 million in November 2023 and spent years shaping her vision for the property. She previously described the project to The Tennessean as a way to "bring Dollywood to Nashville."
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She partnered on the hotel with Herschend, the family-owned company that operates Dollywood and had worked with the singer for 40 years, The Tennesseanpreviously reported.
With the hotel and museum now officially open, here's everything to know, including the inspiration behind its name.
Why is Dolly Parton's hotel called 'SongTeller?'
The name SongTeller comes from how Parton described herself throughout her career.
"All my life, I’ve been a SongTeller. And there’s no better place to write a song than Nashville. SongTeller Hotel is my love letter to the city," reads an online statement from the "9 to 5" singer.
"It's a place where musicians and guests will come together to experience Music City’s inspiring spirit. From intimate venues to eclectic, yet sophisticated rooms and suites, I’ve poured my heart into this new song, and I’m dedicating it to you, Nashville."
Is Dolly Parton's Nashville hotel, museum open?
Dolly Parton's long-awaited SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum officially opened Sept. 29 in downtown Nashville. The hotel held a soft opening Sept. 14, featuring musical performances, including appearances by members of Parton's family.
Where is Dolly Parton's Nashville hotel, museum located?
Parton's SongTeller Hotel is located in downtown Nashville at 211 Commerce St. According to the hotel's website, Parton hand-picked the location, situated between two of Nashville's "most vibrant districts."
The Life of Many Colors Museum is on the third floor of the hotel. Museum guests may enter the space at 126 Third Ave. N.
How to make book a stay at Dolly Parton's Nashville hotel
Fans may book a stay at Parton's SongTeller Hotel online, at songtellerhotel.com.
Are only hotels guests able to visit Dolly's Life of Many Colors Museum? Are tickets required?
People do not need to be hotel guests to visit the museum, although the hotel may occasionally offer stay packages or other perks.
Tickets can be purchased online at dollyslifeofmanycolors.com. General admission includes the full museum experience, along with exclusive access to Dolly's Life of Many Colors Museum Store. Purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged, as entry is timed and popular dates may sell out.
What are the Dolly Parton museum hours?
The Life of Many Colors Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Why Dolly Parton's Nashville hotel is called 'SongTeller.' It's her love letter to the city
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