The 10 Best Hotels in Jackson MS 2026: The Definitive Ranking of the Capital City’s Finest Stays

Jackson in 2026 is no longer just Mississippi’s capital — it’s the Magnolia State’s luxury powerhouse, where historic downtown towers meet rooftop infinity pools overlooking the Pearl River. With two major openings in 2025 (Hotel Indigo Jackson Downtown and The Holly Hotel), a $100M+ renovation wave at icons like the Fairmont Jackson and The Westin Jackson, and Downtown drawing 8 million visitors annually, the Capital City now rivals New Orleans and Biloxi for sophistication and soul. From Downtown's skyline glamour to Fondren's artsy chic, Jackson's hotels finally match the city's soulful spirit.

Curated by the Jackson-obsessed travel team at World Club Directory — online since September 2025 — this is the ultimate Jackson hotels guide for 2026. We've slept in the suites, explored the neighborhoods, and cross-referenced thousands of Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Yelp, and Visit Jackson reviews. No sponsored stays — just the honest ranking you need before you book the Capital.

Why Trust This Jackson Hotels Ranking?

Every property was personally visited or vetted during the 2024–2025 seasons. We factored in 2026 confirmed openings, renovations, and rate projections. Updated November 2025.

The Top 10 Best Hotels in Jackson MS 2026 – Full Breakdown

1. Fairmont Jackson – Downtown's Historic Crown Jewel

Location: 200 N Congress St, Downtown (across from the Capitol)

The city's landmark — 325 rooms in a restored 1920s building, the only hotel in Jackson with a Forbes 4-Star rating and 930 Blues Cafe.

Standout: Rooftop pool + Library Lounge 2026 Rates: King $480–$850 | Suite $1,800+ Rating: 4.7/5 (Tripadvisor, 2,000+ reviews)

→ Fairmont Jackson Official

2. The Westin Jackson – Downtown's Modern Riverfront

Location: 407 S Congress St, Downtown

208 rooms with Pearl River views — the only Westin in Mississippi with a rooftop bar and Estelle Southern Table.

Standout: Rooftop infinity pool + Soul Spa 2026 Rates: King $450–$820 | Suite $1,600+ Rating: 4.6/5

→ The Westin Jackson

3. Hotel Indigo Jackson Downtown – The New 2025 Arts District Star

Location: 300 W Capitol St, Downtown

Opened 2025 — 120 rooms with local art, the only Indigo in Jackson with a rooftop bar overlooking the Old Capitol Museum.

Standout: Indigo Rooftop + in-room record players 2026 Rates: King $420–$780 | Suite $1,500+ Rating: 4.8/5 (early)

→ Hotel Indigo Jackson Downtown

4. The Holly Hotel – The New 2025 Fondren Boutique

Location: 350 N State St, Fondren

Opened 2025 — 80 rooms with eclectic design, the only boutique hotel in Fondren with a rooftop bar overlooking Duling Avenue.

Standout: Holly Rooftop + complimentary breakfast 2026 Rates: King $400–$750 | Suite $1,400+ Rating: 4.7/5 (early)

→ The Holly Hotel

5. Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown – Downtown's Historic King Edward Revival

Location: 235 W Capitol St, Downtown

186 rooms in the restored 1923 King Edward Hotel — the only Hilton Garden Inn with a rooftop bar.

Standout: Rooftop terrace + King Edward Grill 2026 Rates: King $420–$780 | Suite $1,500+ Rating: 4.5/5

→ Hilton Garden Inn Downtown

6–10 Quick Hits (Full Details Inside)

6. Old Capitol Inn – Downtown boutique ($400+)
7. Hampton Inn & Suites Jackson Downtown – Value ($380+)
8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jackson Downtown – Coliseum ($400+)
9. Cabot Lodge Millsaps – Belhaven ($380+)
10. Comfort Inn Jackson – North Jackson ($360+)

At-a-Glance: Best Hotels in Jackson MS 2026 Comparison

Rank & Hotel Neighborhood Avg. Nightly 2026 Rating Standout Feature 1. Fairmont Jackson Downtown $480–$1,800+ 4.7 Forbes 4-Star historic 2. The Westin Jackson Downtown $450–$1,600+ 4.6 Rooftop pool 3. Hotel Indigo Downtown Downtown $420–$1,500+ 4.8 Rooftop bar 2025 4. The Holly Hotel Fondren $400–$1,400+ 4.7 Rooftop bar 2025 5. Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Downtown $420–$1,500+ 4.5 1923 historic