Nashville’s Soothing Staycation: The Westin Spa and Rooftop Oasis

Nashville’s Soothing Staycation: The Westin Spa and Rooftop Oasis

Last updated on June 22nd, 2024 at 10:49 am

Disclosure: This post contains an affiliate link. I was a guest at Rhapsody Spa and L27. As always, the opinions here are my own.

Rooftop pool at The Westin Nashville
Atop the 27 stories of The Westin Nashville is a bar and pool for watching sunsets.

While living in Morocco I wrote about beauty breaks for the soul—beautiful places and experiences that calm the nerves and stimulate the senses. In Marrakesh when we tired of dodging scooters, taxis, and donkey carts, we escaped into regal riads, palatial pools, and spas as sanctuaries. We watched sunsets from rooftops high above the fray. Nashville can be crowded and crazy, too, these days, so finding a place to rest and relax alone or with friends here is truly a treasure. I was thrilled to do so recently when invited to try a new service at The Westin’s Rhapsody Spa.

I had a CBD massage with eight herbs and pure Himalayan salt stones. Benefits include rejuvenation by reducing muscle soreness and nerve inflammation. From sweating in the sauna to melting into the table to sipping Prosecco in the relaxation room, I savored a perfect afternoon. There and at my next stop, the rooftop, I met people who take pride in what they do. Superior service—making guests feel welcome—truly makes The Westin special. 

A bonus was discovering a hotel with opulent design features like those of my favorite respites in Morocco thanks to Carol/Adams and David Mexico Design Group. On the rooftop at the L27 Lounge (check schedule for live music) I enjoyed a quiet afternoon with a cheese plate and returned on the weekend to toast a summer sunset over cocktails with friends. 

Should you decide to extend the getaway for an overnight stay at The Westin, go here. 

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Westin Nashville’s architecture reminds me of hotels in Morocco: opulence on a grand scale.
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Lighting the entrance of The Westin is Signature Nashville — belt buckles fashioned into a chandelier.
Modern seat inside The Westin Nashville
David Mexico Group was the interior designer for The Westin Nashville.
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Modern seating spaces in gold and bronze at The Westin Nashville

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Rhapsody Spa The Westin Nashville

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Succulents floating in glass create a cool oasis at The Westin Nashville.

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Photo credit: Westin Hotel
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Photo Credit: Westin Hotel
Relax lounge at The Westin Rhapsody Spa
Relax lounge at The Westin Rhapsody Spa

pink prosecco at The Westin Rhapsody Spa

view of Nashville from The Westin
View of Nashville skyline from The Westin
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L27 Lounge has velvet and leather seating overlooking Music City.

The Westin L27 lounge

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The Westin velvet couch

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Cabanas, surrounding the Infinity pool, are great for a group.
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Kenny’s Norwood, Awe Brie, Sequatchie Coppinger were on the local cheese plate.
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Unique details include dragon scones guarding the pool.
Mosaic tile at The Westin
Mosaic tile is a design feature at The Westin.
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People like Allison (here), Shannon, L27 hostess, and the Rhapsody Spa staff offer superb service.
Gin and Tonic at The Westin
Craft cocktail experts, creative and fun, offer signature drinks, like their Gin and Tonic with Fresh Botanicals (here), Hemingway’s Legacy (rum, Prosecco, lemon juice, and cherry liqueur), Steeplechase Julep, Summer Sidecar, and Spicy Paloma.

2 couples watching the sunset from The Westin Nashville

Sunset from The Westin Nashville

Cindy McCain

Nashville-based writer/editor/English prof/podcaster Cindy McCain empowers women to travel, live abroad, and document their journeys. Her adventures in 27 countries, expat years in Morocco and the Caribbean, and partnerships with 50+ travel brands have been featured at Yahoo!, U.S. News and World Report, Expedia, Orbitz, StyleBlueprint, SheKnows, and Southern Girl Gone Global, named a Top 30 Baby Boomer Travel Blog 2020-2024. For info on her travel writing workshops and retreats contact cindy@southerngirlgoneglobal.com.

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