Hampton Inn on Beale did not disappoint
My husband and I traveled to Memphis August 15 - 19, and decided to stay at the Hampton Inn, based on all the great reviews. The hotel did not disappoint. The location was a block from Beale and was close to the free shuttle to Graceland, Sun Studio and Main Street. We stayed in a suite, which was great, because it had the living room/kitchen, along with the separate bedroom area. 
Breakfast in the morning was great. There are enough selections that everyone should be able to find something to eat that they like. There was also coffee and tea available in the lobby anytime, day or night, plus a little store, where you can purchase drinks, snacks, etc. Although, like any hotel, they are pricey, but you pay for convenience.
The rooms are very clean and are cleaned promptly. We have experienced terrible maid service at other hotels, but this was top notch. One of my biggest complaints, is you typically are not provided with enough towels. This was not the case at the Hampton Inn.
We did not use the pool or jacuzzi, so I can't speak to this, but it looked nice. It is a bit small. I did use the gym, which is also a bit small, but has adequate equipment.
The staff were very accommodating. If we needed directions, suggestions on where to eat, or assistance in scheduling a taxi, they were very quick to assist, and always did it professionally.
In numerous reviews, I did read that the noise from downtown is loud in the evening. This is true. The music starts mid-afternoon and goes until the early morning, so if you're a light sleeper, this is probably not the place for you. My husband and I actually took a sleeping aid every night, so we could fall asleep. The hotel itself was very quiet. We did not experience noise in the hallways or adjoining rooms at any time during our stay.
In the future, if we decide to return to Memphis, we will definitely be staying at the Hampton Inn.