What is the bar-hoppping strip in Nashville called?

Question

I'm also trying to find the best hotel to stay at so that my friend and I are within walking distance of the night life.

Answer 1

If you're referring to the area with all the country bars (such as the famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge) that would be Lower Broadway.

There's a back door at Tootsies that Hank Williams used to use to cross the alley from the Ryman to have a few quick ones back when the Grand Ole Opry was there and before Hank was kicked out for drinking.

I stayed at the Sheraton which is nearby and found it to be pleasant.