Here’s your Friday getaway:

gunrunner hotel

Drive time from Nashville: 2 hours 15 min

This trip is perfect for travelers:

who are looking for big-city accommodations with small-town crowds.

Why is it called GunRunner?

The GunRunner hotel is located in a historic building previously used as an automobile showroom in the 1930s. (When you’re there, be sure to check out the original wood flooring throughout the common area, as well as, the lobby bar that is actually in the old car elevator.) The building also housed a pawn shop named GunRunner, which is the hotel’s namesake.

What are some property amenities at GunRunner?

There is a spa downstairs, as well as a coffee shop and a bar on-site.

Is parking available at GunRunner?

Yes, limited parking is available on-site. There is also free street parking in front of the hotel.

What are some restaurants nearby?

One of the reasons we’d recommend this among the other hotels in Florence is its proximity to the historic downtown area. These are just SOME of the restaurants that are within walking distance to the hotel. Imagine…going to a hotel AND a restaurant and NEVER once having to move the car OR pay for parking. Like the good, old-fashioned days…

Odette - farm-to-table, fine dining

Pie Factory - bar and restaurant serving specialty pizzas, salads, and craft brew

Rosie’s Mexican Cantina - fun atmosphere and Mexican food options

Yumm Thai Sushi and Beyond - Thai and Japanese cuisine

Are there any historical sites close to the GunRunner?

We recommend timing your visit to Florence with a festival or bigger event happening in town. Otherwise, be prepared for a tiny college town experience. These are some of the things you can do or see while in Florence, Alabama.

Helen Keller’s Birthplace - a simple home to tour at your own pace

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rosenbaum House - for design enthusiasts

Florence Indian Mound and Museum - great learning activity for families

Muscle Shoals Sound Studio - pivotal sound studio for those interested in the area’s musical history

Want to add an unusual stop to this trip?

Try this nearby saloon. It’s guaranteed to be one of the weirdest places you’ve ever eaten a burger.

Here’s a cool way to use the hotel, besides just an overnight stay:

The GunRunner Boutique Hotel has 10 suites. What if you gathered 10 couples or families and rented the entire hotel? It could be like a HUGE slumber party in a gorgeously decorated setting. This would be a super unique way to celebrate a life event, a BIG birthday year, or a holiday family reunion.

Want a peek inside each suite of the hotel?

Take a look inside GunRunner Hotel’s suites here. Which room is your favorite?

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