Explore the history and culture of the Mississippi Delta when staying at one of the Choice Hotels in Cleveland, MS. Listen to the sounds of the Delta blues and enjoy the sights and attractions that make this city unique. Whether you’re visiting the city for a family vacation, a business trip or another occasion, our Cleveland hotels make it easy to explore all the area has to offer!
Cleveland is rich with music history. The origins of the Delta blues can be traced back to Dockery Farms, a local cotton plantation that was home to more than 400 tenant families in the early 1900s. Charley Patton lived in and around the farm for most of his life and played blues music there. He was one of the first to popularize and record this style of music, and he is considered by many to be the “Father of the Delta Blues.” Today, music and history buffs from all over travel to Cleveland see Dockery Farms, which you can visit year-round. If you’d like to learn even more about the history of blues music, you can stop by the two Mississippi Blues Trail Markers in Cleveland. One marker recognizes Chrisman Street, which was once the center of African-American business and social life in the city; the other marker honors influential blues musician W.C. Handy.After taking some time to learn about the origins of the Delta blues, make your way to downtown Cleveland. There, you can stroll down a historic walking trail and browse a variety of boutiques, antique shops and other stores. When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to meal at one of the local restaurants. And after a day of sightseeing, you can relax and unwind at one of the Choice Hotels in Cleveland, MS.Enjoy convenient accommodations, friendly service and great value when staying at one of our hotels. Book your stay today!
