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Looking for the best places to stay in Clarksdale, Mississippi?
Considering a visit to the Mississippi Delta? Stay in Clarksdale, the heart of it all! With a population just over 17,000, the cradle of the blues boasts live music 365 days a year. We have many spots to grab a bite to eat where one can break bread with some of the nicest, friendliest, and yes, most interesting characters anywhere on God’s green earth, and we got more green than most.
So, here is your go-to list of the best places to stay in Clarksdale.
We offer you a blurb about each spot but you need to click on the links and go read about all these unique properties to find the right fit for you.
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Auberge Clarksdale Hostel in Clarksdale, Mississippi
AUBERGE CLARKSDALE HOSTEL
Clarksdale’s newest addition for overnight accommodations. Located in the old Madidi Restaurant building which is newly renovated.
164 Delta Avenue
662-351-2220
Blues Hound Flat in Clarksdale, Mississippi
BLUES HOUND FLAT
A self-catering loft-style ground level apartment located in downtown Clarksdale, just steps from the Delta Blues Museum. Sleeps up to four persons.
309 Issaquena
901-272-0230
info@blueshoundflat.com
CLARK HOUSE in Clarksdale, Mississippi
THE CLARK HOUSE
Oldest extant home in Clarksdale and built by it’s founder John Clark in 1859. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Five bedrooms in the main house and three in the back cottage, each with private bathrooms. Located in historic residential area, just two blocks from Downtown Clarksdale. Book online.
211 Clark Street
662-621-1632
host@clarkhouse.info
Delta Cotton Company above Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, Mississippi
DELTA COTTON COMPANY
Stay upstairs on the second floor of a former cotton-grading warehouse in one of seven private rooms with private baths above Ground Zero Blues Club. Complete with appliances and coffeemakers. Each room sleeps from one to four persons. Includes tv, wi-fi and much more. Book online.
0 Blues Alley
662-645-9366
Delta Digs in downtown Clarksdale, Mississippi
DELTA DIGS
A 425 square foot, ground level flat in historical downtown Clarksdale building. Decorated in true Delta style by local artisans. This is a sister property to the Squeeze Box and The Hooker Hotel. Sleeps two persons. Includes TV, Kitchen, wi-fi and much more. Minimum night stay may apply. Book online or call.
104 E. 2nd Street
732-740-6155
clarksdalejohn@gmail.com
Eastern Star Executive Suite at the Holy Moly in Clarksdale, Mississippi
EASTERN STAR EXECUTIVE SUITE
A 900 square foot studio apartment on the ground floor in the Holy Moly building in downtown Clarksdale. Includes full kitchen, bathroom, washer/dryer, tv, wi-fi and much more. Sleeps two persons. Two night minimum. Book online.
301 Issaquena Avenue
662-313-4223
The Hooker Hotel in downtown Clarksdale, Mississippi
THE HOOKER HOTEL
A 740 square foot, ground floor flat with two bedrooms with king-size beds, living area and kitchen located in downtown Clarksdale. Includes tv, wi-fi and much more. This is a sister property to the Delta Digs and the Squeeze Box. Sleeps four persons. Book online.
112 E. 2nd Street
732-740-6155
clarksdalejohn@gmail.com
Honey Hill Bed and Breakfast in Clarksdale, Mississippi
HONEY HILL BED AND BREAKFAST
An elegant 9 acre retreat in a historic home less than 1/2 a mile from downtown Clarksdale, MS. Step back in time and enjoy the peace and quiet. Guests have access to dining room, living room, and sun room in the main house, as well as beautiful outdoor sitting areas. Complimentary breakfast and coffee is provided.
302 South State Street
402-618-1157
The Lofts at the Five & Dime in Clarksdale, Mississippi
THE LOFTS AT THE FIVE & DIME
Six modern condominiums in downtown Clarksdale occupy the top floor of the old Woolworth Building. Each loft includes a bedroom, seating and kitchen areas and 1 1/2 bath. Sleeps up to four persons including a pull-out sofa bed. Includes tv, wi-fi and much more. Book online.
211 Yazoo Avenue
888-510-9604
The Loft at Hopson Commissary
THE LOFT AT HOPSON COMMISSARY
This unique accommodation is located on the historical Hopson Plantation property and adjacent to the Shack Up Inn. King bed in bedroom, double bed in loft and a pull-out sofa bed. Includes kitchen, fireplace, front porch rocking chairs and much more. Call to book.
8141 Old Highway 49S
662-624-5756
662-902-2378
The Riverside Hotel. Photo by Mick Kolassa
THE RIVERSIDE HOTEL
Step back in time and immerse yourself in a truly authentic Delta experience. Formerly the G. T. Thomas Afro-American Hospital, where the great Bessie Smith died following an automobile accident. Converted to a hotel in 1944, it offers basic accommodations with 40’s era furnishings and shared bathrooms. Call to book.
615 Sunflower Avenue
662-624-9163
Shacksdale in Clarksdale, Mississippi
SHACKSDALE MOTEL
The Shacksdale Motel captures the essence of a sharecropper shack with these unique homes built using salvaged wood, tin, sinks, bathtubs, etc… to create a memorable place to stay. Located across the tracks from the Shack Up Inn located 3 miles south of Clarksdale off Highway 49. Book online.
8144 Old Highway 49S
662-624-8329
The Shack Up Inn in Clarksdale, Mississippi.
SHACK UP INN/COTTON GIN INN
An unusual B & B (that’s bed & beer) with over a dozen, modernized sharecropper shacks, and ten+ modern bins (aka rooms) in an old cotton gin to choose from. Voted by Tripadvisor as #4 most unique places to stay in the world. Located 3 miles south of Clarksdale off Highway 49. Restaurant and bar on property. Includes wi-fi and much more. Book online.
8144 Old Highway 49S
662-624-8329
The Squeeze Box in Clarksdale, Mississippi
THE SQUEEZE BOX
The Squeeze Box is a spacious, airy 425 sq. ft. private apartment, located in Downtown Clarksdale, across the street from the popular Hambone Art Gallery. Features a king size bed with Magic Fingers. Decorated in true Delta style by local artisans. This is a sister property to the Delta Digs and The Hooker Hotel. Sleeps two persons. Includes TV, Kitchen, wi-fi and much more. Book online or call.
108 East 2nd Street
732-740-6155
clarksdalejohn@gmail.com
TRAVELERS HOTEL
A 20-room artist-run hotel located in downtown Clarksdale. This historic property was originally built as a hotel for railroad workers in 1921 and has been vacant for years. It opened February 2019.
212 Third Street
662-483-0693
yeah@stayattravelers.com
Clarksdale Uptown Motor Inn
THE UPTOWN MOTOR INN
The Uptown Motor Inn, owned by Mike and Mary Patel for 20+ years, is conveniently located in downtown Clarksdale. This hotel has been in Clarksdale for many decades. It is a two-story drive up motor inn.
305 East 2nd Street
662-627-3251
clarksdalejohn@gmail.com
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Clarksdale and Mississippi Delta Bohemian Tours
We will keep this list up-to-date!
FYI: The Clarksdale White House and the Delta Bohemian Guest House have permanently closed due to Covid-19 and the subsequent economic shutdown. We had to sell our home(s). We appreciate all our wonderful Guests through the years. Be sure to look up Chilly Billy when you do come visit and take one of his Delta Bohemian Tours!
I may have to go on “vacation” in Clarksdale! We have so many extraordinary places here! And more to come! This is a great reference resource ! Thank you! Clarksdale – it nice !
Kim, thank you for your comment! We enjoyed putting this together and hope others find it helpful.
This is awesome! I love Clarksdale!!!
Suanne, it’s been too long! Glad you liked the post! We love Clarksdale too! 🙂