
Big Cypress Lodge
Best for families and guests who want an unusual, activity-packed stay (indoor swamp views, bowling, Sky High Ride, on-site archery and retail).
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Big Cypress Lodge is a rustic, family-friendly lodge built inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid, good for travelers who want an experiential, activity-driven stay in Memphis. Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown is a modern, neighborhood-focused Hilton lifestyle hotel for visitors who want a centrally located, design-driven base near Beale Street.
Updated · about 1.3 miles apart

Best for families and guests who want an unusual, activity-packed stay (indoor swamp views, bowling, Sky High Ride, on-site archery and retail).

Best for travelers who want a convenient, walkable downtown base steps from Beale Street and downtown Memphis attractions.
When Big Cypress Lodge wins: Choose Big Cypress if you want a stay that’s part-of-the-attraction — cabin- and treehouse-style rooms, an indoor cypress swamp and on-site activities (bowling, Sky High Ride) that keep families and active travelers entertained without leaving the Pyramid.
When Canopy wins: Choose Canopy if you want a straightforward downtown stay close to Beale Street, AutoZone Park and the Peabody, with modern rooms and Hilton’s lifestyle-brand conveniences and loyalty benefits.
Bottom line: Big Cypress is an experiential, destination property that doubles as local entertainment; Canopy is a practical, stylish downtown hotel for seeing Memphis on foot. Pick Big Cypress for themed experiences and family activities, Canopy for location and predictable hotel service.
| Category | Big Cypress Lodge | Canopy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Rustic, outdoors-inspired lodge built inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid | Contemporary Hilton lifestyle hotel with neighborhood-driven design |
| Location | 1 Bass Pro Drive (inside the Pyramid), near riverfront and Bass Pro Shops | 164 UNION AVENUE, downtown Memphis within a short walk of Beale Street |
| Size (rooms) | 103 individually decorated guestrooms | 174 rooms (supplier listing) |
| Ages / policy | Family-friendly; lead guest must be 21+ to check in | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age not published |
| Pools | No swimming pool; overlooks an indoor bayou/swamp ecosystem | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site options (The Lookout at the Pyramid, Wahlburgers Wild, The Fishbowl, The Den, Mississippi Terrace) | One restaurant plus coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge; room service limited hours |
| Spa & fitness | Big Cypress Spa by Gould’s (on-site; treatments extra) and 24-hour fitness center | 24-hour fitness facilities; spa: Not published |
| Known for | Indoor cypress swamp, Sky High Ride observation deck, on-site bowling and Bass Pro retail complex | Walkable access to Beale Street, AutoZone Park and Peabody Memphis |
| Parking & transport | Valet and self-parking with nightly fee; complimentary on-demand downtown shuttle | Valet parking (surcharge); covered and secured parking options listed |
| Accessibility & services | Complimentary Wi‑Fi, 24-hour front desk, business center access, pet policy allows dogs | Free WiFi, multilingual staff, accessible facilities, food/water bowls (pet-friendly noted), 24-hour front desk |
Big Cypress Lodge sits inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid at 1 Bass Pro Drive, near the riverfront and Bass Pro retail.
A stay here doubles as a visit to a local landmark and keeps many activities inside the Pyramid.
Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown is on Union Avenue in the heart of downtown Memphis.
Canopy is a convenient, walkable base for downtown sightseeing and nightlife.
Big Cypress offers themed rooms and suites — cabins, duck lodges, treehouse rooms and a Governor’s Suite.
Rooms are designed to extend the lodge-and-outdoors theme; expect distinctive, themed décor.
Canopy’s rooms are standard Hilton-style lifestyle guestrooms, with a range of accessible and premium room types.
Canopy offers predictable, modern rooms with multiple accessibility options and suite choices.
Big Cypress has multiple on-site restaurants and bars serving American and themed menus.
Food-and-drink options are varied and integrated with the Pyramid’s entertainment areas.
Canopy provides one restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar/lounge for drinks and limited room service.
Canopy covers basics well for downtown dining but relies on nearby restaurants for variety.
Big Cypress’s signature is the indoor bayou/swamp and Pyramid attractions that function as onsite entertainment.
The property is itself an attraction — plan to spend time inside the Pyramid.
Canopy’s strength is its downtown location that puts music, dining and nightlife within easy walking distance.
Canopy is designed for guests who want to be out exploring the city each day.
Big Cypress includes an on-site spa and multiple lodge-style bars and terraces.
Spa treatments cost extra and should be confirmed before arrival; nightlife leans lodge-style and on-site.
Canopy provides a 24-hour fitness facility and a hotel bar/lounge; downtown nightlife is steps away.
Canopy covers fitness needs and relies on the surrounding neighborhood for nightlife and specialized wellness services.

Big Cypress — themed rooms, bowling, Sky High Ride and family activities inside the Pyramid.

Canopy — steps from Beale Street, Peabody and downtown music venues.

Big Cypress — the indoor swamp, observation deck and attached Bass Pro Shops make the hotel itself a destination.

Canopy — Hilton brand standards, more rooms and multiple documented accessibility options.
Big Cypress — many activities, restaurants and retail are inside the Pyramid so you can fill a day without leaving the property.
Canopy is on Union Avenue within a short walk of Beale Street; Big Cypress is inside the Pyramid and a short drive or shuttle ride from Beale Street.
No — at both properties breakfast and spa treatments (where available) are offered for an additional fee and are not included in standard room rates.
Big Cypress does not have a swimming pool; Canopy’s supplier listing does not publish pool information.
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