Need a little Elvis history refresher? The Jungle Room first made its debut in 1965 at Graceland, serving as a reminder of Elvis’ time in Hawaii, although Elvis and the Presleys simply knew and utilized the room as a den. Design highlights of the Jungle Room includes an unforgettable green shag carpet covering the floor and ceiling, a rock waterfall, a lacquered tiki bar and matching furniture throughout the room.

The green shag carpet lent itself to the room’s excellent acoustics, allowing Elvis to record songs such as “Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain” and “Moody Blue” at Graceland for what became known as The Jungle Room sessions. 

Known as the home of blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis’ hometown of Memphis is a mecca for music lovers.​ Music is Memphis’ primary travel motivator, bringing in visitors from all over the world. While Elvis called the bustling Tennessee town his home, he also had many ties to the Los Angeles area, including owning several residences, filming TV specials and movies on the studio lots, and recording some of his biggest hits at Radio Recorders in West Hollywood.