Not every Nashville trip is about being on Broadway. Some guests are flying in late, flying out at dawn, heading to a show at the Grand Ole Opry, working a convention at Gaylord Opryland, or bringing a team to a weekend tournament. For those trips, staying near Nashville International Airport (BNA) can make a lot more sense than staying downtown.

This guide covers the two areas near the airport where we have homes, and what to think about when you book a rental near BNA.

Why Stay Near the Nashville Airport?

• Early flights and late arrivals. A shorter drive to the terminal means more sleep before a morning flight and less driving after a late one.
• Groups landing at different times. When your group is coming in on different flights, a home near the airport makes pickups and arrivals easier.
• Events on the east side of town. The Opry, Opry Mills and Gaylord Opryland are all in the same area northeast of the airport.
• Room to spread out. Homes outside the downtown core often give you a bigger yard, a quieter street and easier parking for more than one car.

Option One: The Opryland and Music Valley Area

Music Valley sits about 10 miles east of downtown and about 7 miles north of the airport, according to Visit Nashville. It is home to the Grand Ole Opry, the Opry Mills shopping center and Gaylord Opryland Resort with its SoundWaves water park. If your trip is built around an Opry show or a convention at the resort, staying here keeps your drives short.

Cliffside Retreat (sleeps 12)

Cliffside Retreat is a 4 bedroom, 2 bath duplex with views of the Cumberland River and a huge private deck. The listing puts it just minutes from Opry Mills, Opryland and the airport. It shares a driveway but has its own private entrance, and the setting is quiet and scenic for being this close to the city. It allows pets, has free parking and a full kitchen, and luggage drop off is allowed, which helps when your flight times do not line up with check-in and checkout.

Option Two: La Vergne and Percy Priest Lake

South of the airport, La Vergne sits right off Interstate 24 at Exit 64, between Nashville and Murfreesboro. The city lists Nashville International Airport as just over 10 miles from City Hall, with a straight shot up Murfreesboro Road. It is also on the shore of J. Percy Priest Lake. The Poole Knobs Recreation Area has a boat launch ramp and a picnic shelter, and Hurricane Creek has a boat dock, ramp, fishing and walking trails.

That mix makes La Vergne a practical base for families, youth sports teams and work crews who want easy access to both Nashville and Murfreesboro without paying for multiple hotel rooms.

La Vergne Home Near BNA (sleeps up to 12)

Our La Vergne home near BNA is on a quiet cul-de-sac. Out back there is a stone fire pit and a covered stone patio with a ceiling fan and seating. Inside there is a fireplace, a bright kitchen with an island and dining space for the whole group.

All three bedrooms are upstairs: a king in the primary and queens in the other two. A queen sleeper sofa, a twin futon and two pullout mattresses in the shared living space sleep 10, plus air mattresses to sleep up to 12. You park in the driveway. Since it is a residential street, there are no parties or events, and outdoor noise should stay down after 10 PM.

Getting Downtown From an Airport Area Stay

From either area you will want a car or a rideshare. There is free parking at both homes, so driving in is easy, but downtown parking is a different story. An easy approach is to drive to dinner close to the house and take a rideshare to Broadway at night, so nobody has to worry about parking or getting home.

Traffic around Nashville changes a lot by time of day, especially on the interstates during rush hour and on big event nights. Give yourself extra time for a flight, a show or a game, and check your maps app before you head out.

Tips for Booking a Rental Near BNA

• Match your flights to check-in and checkout. Look at the times on the listing before you book flights. If you land early or leave late, message us and we will tell you what is possible for your dates.
• Use self check-in to your advantage. Our homes use smart locks, so a late arrival can let themselves in without waiting on anyone.
• Plan a grocery stop on the way. After a long travel day, it is nice to have breakfast at the house in the morning instead of going back out.
• Count your cars. If your group is renting more than one vehicle, check the parking details on the property page.
• Check the sleeping setup. A guest count can include sleeper sofas and pullouts. Make sure the beds work for your group, especially for teams and work crews.

What to Do Near the Airport Between Flights

If you have a free afternoon on the east side, the Opry area keeps you busy with shopping at Opry Mills, the indoor gardens at Gaylord Opryland and an evening show. From La Vergne, a few hours at Percy Priest Lake is an easy way to slow down before a flight. And if you want the full city experience, our guide to the best things to do in Nashville has plenty of ideas.

Find Your Stay Near Nashville International Airport

Compare all of our Nashville area vacation rentals to find the right size and location for your trip. If you are not sure which home is closest to where you need to be, get in touch with our local team and we will point you in the right direction.