How to get to Big Cypress Lodge from Memphis International Airport (MEM)
From Memphis International Airport (MEM) take a taxi, rideshare, or rental car to Big Cypress Lodge at 1 Bass Pro Drive in the Pyramid (commonly 8.7–13 miles; expect about a 17–26 minute drive depending on traffic). The property does not run a dedicated airport shuttle; Big Cypress Lodge can arrange an airport transfer on request, but most guests use rideshare, taxi, or rental car.
In this guide
- Where Big Cypress Lodge is located
- Options to get from MEM to Big Cypress Lodge
- Practical details: parking, fees, and hotel policies
- Using the complimentary hotel shuttle and connections to downtown
- If you plan to rent a car
- When you arrive at Big Cypress Lodge
- Room types at Big Cypress Lodge (quick reference)
Where Big Cypress Lodge is located
Big Cypress Lodge's street address is 1 Bass Pro Drive, Memphis, Tennessee, 38105. The hotel is inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid on the downtown riverfront.
The Pyramid sits within easy reach of downtown attractions: Beale Street and the Mississippi River waterfront are a short drive or walk away. Phone for BookResorts agents (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350.
- Building: Bass Pro Shops Pyramid (Big Cypress Lodge is inside the Pyramid)
- Nearby: Beale Street, FedExForum, AutoZone Park, Mississippi River Park
- Hotel phone for BookResorts agents: +1 (888) 605-1350
| Landmark | Typical distance/time from Big Cypress Lodge |
|---|---|
| Beale Street | about a 3–5 minute drive |
| Mississippi River Park | about a 10 minute walk |
| FedExForum | about 1.7 miles |
Options to get from MEM to Big Cypress Lodge
You have four practical choices: rideshare/taxi, rental car, a hotel-arranged transfer, or using public transit plus a short walk. There is no regular, property-run airport shuttle listed as serving MEM directly.
Which option is best depends on luggage, budget, and arrival time. Rideshare and taxis are the quickest and most direct; rental cars give you flexibility for side trips; public transit is the lowest cost but takes longer and may require a walk or transfer.
- Rideshare / Taxi: common, door-to-door; travel time roughly 17–26 minutes depending on traffic.
- Rental car: available at MEM; hotel has overnight parking (required fee applies).
- Hotel-arranged transfer: Big Cypress Lodge can arrange an airport transfer on request — confirm availability and cost when booking.
- Public transit: use MATA buses/trolleys to downtown and walk (William Hudson Transit Center is about a 5-minute walk from the hotel).
| Method | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare / Taxi | Fast, door-to-door | Meter or surge pricing; cost varies |
| Rental Car | Freedom to explore (Graceland, etc.) | Parking fee at Pyramid required for overnight guests |
| Public Transit + Walk | Lowest cost (may be free via temporary MATA program) | Slower; luggage and transfers can be inconvenient |
Practical details: parking, fees, and hotel policies
All overnight guests who park at The Pyramid are charged a required parking fee per night; the property recommends valet for gated, video-monitored parking. Confirm current amount with the hotel before arrival.
Check-in at Big Cypress Lodge begins at 4 PM and the lead guest must be 21 or older to check in. Check-out is at 11 AM. A $100 authorization hold is placed on the guest's card at check-in.
- Check-in: 4 PM (early check-in may be available for a fee upon request)
- Check-out: 11 AM (late check-out fees apply unless pre-approved)
- $100 authorization hold placed at check-in
- Lead guest must be 21+ to check in
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Parking | Required nightly parking fee (valet or self-parking) |
| Pets | Two dogs allowed per room for an additional per-stay fee; service animals allowed free |
| Smoking | Property is non-smoking |
Using the complimentary hotel shuttle and connections to downtown
Big Cypress Lodge provides a complimentary on-demand shuttle for downtown Memphis and Beale Street, bookable through the hotel's shuttle app. The shuttle does not replace an airport transfer — check with the front desk about current service hours and app instructions.
If you plan to use the shuttle after arriving at MEM, most guests first take a taxi/rideshare from the airport to the Pyramid and then use the hotel's shuttle for short downtown trips while staying at the property.
- Shuttle app: JM Nature Resort Shuttle (download to request rides)
- Shuttle runs on a first-come, first-served basis; hours have varied in property materials — confirm at check-in
- Shuttle is intended for downtown/Beale Street trips, not a scheduled airport pickup service
| Shuttle use | Notes |
|---|---|
| From hotel to Beale Street | Complimentary (request via app) |
| From MEM to hotel | No dedicated airport shuttle listed; arrange a taxi/rideshare or ask hotel about private transfer |
| Operating hours | Confirm with hotel — property pages list different hours in places |
If you plan to rent a car
Rental cars are available at MEM. Driving to Big Cypress Lodge is straightforward: follow signs for downtown Memphis, then the Memphis Pyramid/Bass Pro Shops. Allow extra time for downtown traffic, especially during events.
Remember that overnight guests pay the required parking fee at The Pyramid; valet is recommended for gated, monitored parking. Keep your reservation and ID handy — the hotel requires a photo ID and the card used at booking at check-in.
- Allow 20–30 minutes in normal traffic; 30+ minutes during peak times or special events
- Bring photo ID and the credit card used to book (hotel requires both at check-in)
- Park in hotel-designated lots if staying overnight to avoid additional local parking rules
| Need | Tip |
|---|---|
| Driving directions | Follow airport → I-240/I-55 toward downtown; follow signs to Bass Pro Shops Pyramid |
| Parking | Required nightly fee; valet recommended |
| Car return | Confirm rental return location and allow extra time for downtown traffic |
When you arrive at Big Cypress Lodge
Front-door arrival is at the Pyramid complex; the lobby and check-in desks are inside. Guests have 24-hour access to the hotel with their key card even when parts of the Pyramid are closed for the day.
If you arrive before 4 PM, you may enjoy hotel facilities while your room is prepared; early check-in may be available for a fee ($50 + tax) but is not guaranteed.
- Check-in begins at 4 PM; early check-in may be available for $50 + tax
- Guests may use facilities prior to official check-in on arrival day
- $100 authorization hold at check-in; show photo ID and card used to reserve
| Service | Hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Front desk | 24-hour service |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours (level three) |
| Sky High Ride (observation deck) | Operates daily—check current property hours |
Room types at Big Cypress Lodge (quick reference)
Big Cypress Lodge offers 7 room types with rustic, outdoors-inspired decor. Room views face either the indoor cypress swamp or downtown/Mississippi River.
Room names used by the property are listed below — contact the hotel or your BookResorts agent for details on bedding configurations and availability.
- Interior Room (beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Duck Cabin (beds: 1 King Bed)
- Exterior Room (beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Fly Fishing Lodge (beds: 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed)
- Terrace Room (beds: 2 Queen Beds)
- Terrace Suite (beds: 1 King Bed)
- Treehouse Room (beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
| Room type | Typical bed options |
|---|---|
| Interior Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Duck Cabin | 1 King Bed |
| Fly Fishing Lodge | 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed |
