Spa Guy Stays at the Big Cypress Lodge inside the Pyramid Bass Pro Shop in Memphis

Join Spa Guy on an exclusive look at the Big Cypress Lodge in the Pyramid in Memphis..
In this episode of Adventures of the Spa Guy checks in to the Big Cypress Lodge and we look at the room and such.. There will be future videos of the restaurants and more..
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There are just 28 bodies buried inside the Vanderbilt Mausoleum. The last burial was that of the famous horseman Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, in November of 1999. However, there are 30 sealed burial niches with names on them.....one Vanderbilt was lost in the sinking of the Lusitania, and another was lost in a mountaineering accident. Their remains were never recovered, but burial niches are dedicated to them in memoriam.
William Henry Vanderbilt set the rules for burial in the mausoleum. Only his male descendants and their wives qualify. as well as their male children the their wives. Unmarried daughters of those males also qualify. The Commodore (Cornelius) and his wives, and his parents are also among the buried. Gloria Vanderbilt does not qualify because she married (4 times). Her last husband, Wyatt Cooper is buried elsewhere. Her son Carter is buried in the Vanderbilt Cemetery, near the mausoleum, but not inside it. Anderson Cooper does not qualify for the mausoleum.
There are no seats in the nave of the mausoleum. The floor panels are made of Indiana limestone and can be moved to accommodate burials under the floor. The mausoleum contains 72 burial niches, 36 on either side of the nave, all behind bronze gates on each side of the nave.
The glass skylights in the cupolas were sealed off because attempts were made to enter the nave area through them. The glass panels were 6 inches thick. I have never been able to fine any documented reports that any burial niche was violated. But I might be wrong about that. Entry was attempted many time through the front gates, causing damage. A concrete pad was poured over the roof to prevent entry by digging in tr rough the rooftop.
The nearby tomb is the Sloane tomb. Sloane married one of William Henry's daughters.....look it up. When Sloane died, his tomb was not finished. He was temporarily stored inside the Vanderbilt mausoleum and then relocated into the Sloane tomb. Contrary to weird rumors, there is NO tunnel between the Vanderbilt mausoleum and the Sloane tomb.
There are Shepherds buried(through marriage) nearby in the Vanderbilt cemetery, not the mausoleum.
I can't verify any suicides at the mausoleum. The girl who was crushed died when the main entrance archway gate fell from its hinges while she was climbing it. It is a massive piece of wrought metal.....bronze, I believe.
Many people who qualified for burial in the mausoleum opted out. Each story is different. I assume there are many more living today who qualify, but I just cannot do that research. Certainly Alfred Vanderbilt and his son (and their wives)qualify.
More facts are welcome......Peace.
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[@jmf2471]

Best line ever! ! “I’m not really an out-doorsy person. I Like this kind of out-doorsy”. I agree with Laurie 100%

[@lynnelovett8999]

Thank you for the visit to the Pyramid in Memphis Tennessee. I remember when you and Ms Lori visited there before. Safe travels. God's speed.

[@lindaboudreaux768]

Stayed in the Governors Suite back in 2020 and absolutely fell in love with this hotel. Probably one of the safest places to stay in Memphis. Highly recommended it. Thanks for the tour.

[@SpaGuy]

Linda I am so Jealous!! I think you are in my town right now by the way.. If you haven't moved on stop by I'm in Gallatin at the shop..

[@DebraBehrens-sn4bi]

I definitely like the pyramid- it’s on my list of places to visit and stay for a night-also thanks for these video tours of the place Enjoy your stay!

[@phaedrabacker2004]

Nice tour. I always wondered what that pyramid was all about. Sweet room.

[@annib77]

Never knew what the pyramid was all about, knew it was part of Memphis sights, so please you have shown us around . Room looks great. Have a great time both of you.

[@veronicacohen1110]

Thank you for sharing that with US. That's a very beautiful place. Looks very expensive to me but absolutely gorgeous. I pray you had a good time and I know you did but thank you for taking us on your vacation. Sending prayers blessings hug and love to you and your. Family?

[@leebrown8149]

Hey billy. Elvis 25th Anniversary show was done there in 1997! And I want to say keep up the great work on finding places where Elvis history was made! And I injoy the videos you and trey makes!!!

[@perfumegoose]

Spa Guy Salute!! Takes me back to when I stayed at Opryland Hotel when I was in the Memphis State band in 1981 when they played Vanderbilt. My brother took me to the Bass Pro Shop a couple of times. I am glad that building did not go to waste-----Good video

[@elvispresleytube1]

Dear Billy, I assume that the female voice is the voice of your wife. She has got a beautiful voice.. You do too.. I'm impressed by your singing voice. Again, thank you for all your research. Whatever people may say, you made a great difference in my Elvis life. Thank you for that. You are so much apriciated... Much respect from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 TCB ⚡️ Ruben Elvis Presley Tube

[@RobinD106]

You can tell she's a really sweet lady. 😊

[@elvispresleytube1]

@@RobinD106 Yes..... ☺️

[@SpaGuy]

Thank You so much.. I am a Blessed Man!!

[@elvispresleytube1]

@@SpaGuy yes you are.. Never forget that. But I'm also blessed because of you. True Elvis fans would never find out the truth because of you.! Remember that Billy.. Remember that....

[@Jake4211-]

"I'm this kind of outdoorsy" She is darling. You two are great together 🤣🤣🤣

[@luisvelez541]

Thanks for that info. I love how it looks and will look to stay there next time wife and I are in town. But doubt I'll get on that panoramic elevator. This guy is terrified of heights. Great info.

[@SpaGuy]

I am afraid of heights as well.. I have more videos I'll release soon here where I take you up to the restaurant and balcony..

[@annieleouzon6598]

WOW !!!! ..Great video as usual Spa Guy.. I do agree with your wife, I m not crazy either about sleeping in the outdoor, but there without any hesitation,I would.of.. Great looking place....Thank you.....

[@carolm3055]

Thanks for this! When I was visiting Graceland, I saw this pyramid; but didn’t know it is a hotel!! Very nice treat for you and your wife!! 😊

[@SpaGuy]

It is also a Bass Pro shop very nice inside..

[@tonyvoyles296]

Great job Spa guy.... We just finished a big job in there working on all the pipe areas that filter water to the aquariums for the fish. It's a great place to visit

[@dinshawpocha4882]

Hi Spa Guy, I'm really impressed by the good size of rooms and the wooden flooring even the lighting isn't too powerful. I'm really looking forward to your next report. Take Care.

[@Sunnygal75]

Sold! I'm with Lori,, that's my kind of outdoorsy too!! She's got good taste! 👍🏻

[@briankelly8152]

Wow This really looks a cool place to stay,will try and fit it in when i visit your wonderful country.Hope you guys have a great stay Greetings from Australia 👍

[@Rita_654]

Great place, thanks for the tour Spa Guy ❤

[@gracieg7601]

Wow! How nice. Thanks for showing us around Billy.

[@rvegas81]

Can’t wait to watch! Ray C.

[@jermar1979]

I’ve driven by the pyramid a few times, but it sure looks cool inside. Those rooms are nice!

[@shayshaytk3664]

Last time I was at the Pyramid.. it was the Elvis TCB band and the back up singers.. got their autographs 🤗.. and Lisa Marie and Priscilla were there ❤️❤️.. they played with Elvis’s voice… .. Loved it!!!.. love you Spa Guy!!!!🥰.. Do you remember that???

[@SpaGuy]

Yes I know they did several concerts there..

[@PP-ob8zr]

The Spa Guy!!!! 😊👍🏻

[@leannbrooks218]

This looks amazing!!!!!!! Love this channel

[@mrDCunningham]

It looks like a great place to stay. I hope y'all had fun 👍🏼😎

[@angelaneilson4364]

Thank you Spa Guy for the tour of this very nice Hotel the Cypress Lodge We will definitely stay there the next time we are in Memphis. Also,it appears to be much nicer than the Guesthouse where we have stayed many times as it is just as expensive with nothing to offer. Thank you ! Arrivederci

[@michaelwhelan2092]

😎👍🏻i have bin there lovley place

[@Godblessme70]

Nice place Enjoy! Congrats on 100k subscribers well deserved!

[@debbieparker5377]

Beautiful room I’d be on that balcony a lot.

[@midwaymonster30]

I went to the pyramid over a 20 years ago when it was an events space. I saw an incredible Titanic exhibit there. Cool place. Great video, man. Beautiful wife too, buddy. Keep it up!

[@bonniekaye]

Beautiful room!! 🙂👍

[@KingandThundergadget]

In all honesty. I visited this place from the back and I couldn't for the life of me find the check in so I watched your review rather than face anxiety and ask for help so cheers mate 🤣

[@PP-ob8zr]

Hope you both are having a great time. 😊

[@paulcheton9802]

Very good hotel, maybe one day? I knew the Radisson which no longer exists in the city center, and the Peabody hotel. Thanks Detective. 🙏

[@user-cr7zl4md2c]

Wow....super...

[@joyce259]

Looks a beautiful place!!

[@AussieAngel826]

What a cool place 🩵

[@bonniesue2290]

Billy ur wife is so sweet Really enjoyed seeing her in ur videos

[@nigelwilson1957]

Hi Spa Guy, hope both have good time take care

[@billhawkins7640]

The hard rock restaurant in memphis is closing down. Lanskys used to be in there. Have you thought about filming in there before it closes? Also ever thought about interviewing Randy Zbachman about how he felt that Elvis loved his song taking care of business?

[@SpaGuy]

Lansky's owns that building..

[@jeremyakacrazyman8464]

I believe i watched a video from a while back where you stayed that you done i think. Anyway, i just stayed there for the 1st time the other day. Really awesome place

[@moabkibler1028]

Cool place!😊

[@MichaelSmith-990]

Last time I was in the pyramid I attended the Elvis tribute concert October 8, 1994. So, it's been a minute 😂

[@shayshaytk3664]

Last time I was there.. was 2002.. Lisa Marie and Priscilla was there… are we talking about the same tribute concert 😂?

[@shayshaytk3664]

Well it couldn’t have been 😂

[@MichaelSmith-990]

@@shayshaytk3664 yes Lisa Marie, Michael Jackson, Latoya Jackson and Priscilla attending that night. 10/8/94

[@MichaelSmith-990]

@@shayshaytk3664 that concert had a number of entertainers. Michael Bolton, billy ray Cyrus, tony Bennett and more

[@shayshaytk3664]

Michael.. the one I went to was on August 16, 2002. It was the 25th Anniversary concert.. they had Elvis on a huge screen… using only his voice.. while the band , orchestra, and backup singers performed live.. It was amazing!!!.. I got the dvd .. called Elvis Lives.. it also is on KZbin.. wish I could have went to the concert you saw.. I bet that one was awesome!!

[@billyharper7328]

Many years ago I seen Clint Black and Wynonna there😀

[@mizzprettyhuston]

Oh wow that place looks so cool! The snacks look delicious 😋.......Was this lodge open when Elvis was alive? I wonder what he would have thought about it? Lol......Also, I love that Mrs Spa guy was in the video ❤ ........I can't wait to see the restaurant video & see what yummy stuff y'all got to eat.

[@SpaGuy]

The Pyramid wasn't;t there in the 70's it was actually a music venue for years them turning the Bass Pro Shop and Big Cypress Lodge!!

[@mizzprettyhuston]

@@SpaGuy interesting! Thank you.......I'll have to add it to my bucket list 😊

[@roknrolbilly]

HI! BILLY!!!!

[@garybell523]

Been over that bridge many times, watched them build the pyramid.

[@PP-ob8zr]

I never heard of wal burgers....Yes you have honey! Lol😊

[@ArnaldoMotta-dj6mr]

Quando estivemos ai , achei a piramide Lindaaaa mas é po7co divulgada.

[@AndersonMedia]

We went to graceland last fall going back labor day wkend. We was going to go by sun studio and the johnny cash statue. Is this area safe to go in just to take photos of the building and statue?

[@SpaGuy]

That is a less safe area that being at Graceland.. Make sure you don't have anything valuable showing in your vehicle..

[@AndersonMedia]

@@SpaGuy thanks for the info we ll keep stuff out of site for sure. I wasnt sure on that area how things was.

[@gracieg7601]

Wow that’s cool. Wonder why they decided to make it a pyramid? It’s a fun looking place.

[@SpaGuy]

It was actually a music venue they had Elvis tribute concerts there some.. It went unused for years and then Bass Pro got it..

[@beansdad70]

It was originally a sports arena. The University of Memphis basketball teams home court. It hosted numerous concerts, (I saw the Stones play there), Mike Tyson fought two fights there. In addition to other events, also hosted the Ramses and Titanic exhibitions.

[@samialaouamen8459]

I prefer the Comfort Inn with a nice view of the Mississippi.. you often Say that Memphis IS dangerous in your vidéos.. I stayed 1 week on my own in Memphis, no car, visited everything by foot except Graceland. I felt safe all the Time. I think Downtown Is ok and safe.

[@SpaGuy]

You got lucky!! That town is in the top 10 most dangerous in the country!!

[@samialaouamen8459]

@@SpaGuy maybe yes. But if you stay Downtown it s ok. People were very nice to me. Thank you SpaGuy for all your vidéos ❤️

[@jeffmccall7508]

I never knew that even existed

[@DebbieUnderfinger]

How much is a typical room? How far is it from GL?

[@SpaGuy]

It is just 7-8 miles from Graceland and in the off season it is 185 per night in season 350 per night.. but worth it..

[@mattskustomkreations]

That place is indoorsy outdoorsy. 😅

[@stflaw]

I wonder why they went with a pyramid design for a place they were naming Big Cypress Lodge. The exterior seems rather incongruous with the interior.

[@SpaGuy]

The Pyramid was already there and was a music venue but not being used.. They got it and made Great use of it..

[@stflaw]

@@SpaGuy Ah, that explains it. Thanks.

[@ozzie4306]

Broken down barnacle barge. Brady bunch 😂😂

[@SpaGuy]

LOL!! Loved it!! Still Watch!!

[@ozzie4306]

@@SpaGuy I wonder if anyone else caught it??? Can’t beat the classic tv shows. Take care!!

[@SpaGuy]

No one else has mentioned it!!