Walking Horse Hotel

The Walking Horse Hotel is a two-story brick building in downtown Wartrace featuring seven guest rooms and an on-site restaurant with equestrian decor throughout. The space serves both as lodging and dining, centered around the local horse culture that defines the region.

The building opened in 1917 as Hotel Overall and took its current name in 1933 when Floyd and Olive Carothers became owners. This transition coincided with the growing popularity of Tennessee Walking Horse breeding in the area.

The hotel has deep roots in the Tennessee Walking Horse community, as the first celebrated champion Strolling Jim rests on the grounds and equestrian themes appear throughout the space.

The hotel occupies a central position in Wartrace, making it convenient for exploring local horse attractions and dining on-site. Its downtown location provides easy access to shops and nearby points of interest.

The property holds a place on the National Register of Historic Places and draws visitors each fall who come seeking unexplained phenomena. Reports of mysterious sounds and apparitions in the upper hallways have made it a subject of local intrigue.

Location: Wartrace

Address: 101 Spring Street

Website: http://walkinghorsehotel.com

GPS coordinates: 35.52743,-86.33763

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06