THE READ HOUSE HOTEL, Chattanooga
Hotel Details
The Read House Hotel - A Jazz-era landmark with an indoor pool, three dining venues, and 12 event spaces in downtown Chattanooga
Located steps from the Tennessee Riverwalk and Aquarium, this historic 4-star Chattanooga hotel features 241 rooms with soaring lobby ceilings, dramatic chandeliers, and checkered floors. The property completed a $25 million renovation in 2018 that restored its 1920s glamour while adding modern amenities. The indoor heated pool includes a lounge area, and the fitness center features a Peloton bike. Three distinct dining options include Bridgeman's Chophouse serving prime steaks, Bar & Billiards offering craft cocktails in a speakeasy setting, and a full-service Starbucks. The Read House provides 12 event spaces including the Silver Ballroom accommodating up to 400 guests, with floor-to-ceiling mirrors and baroque details. Guest rooms feature complimentary gigabit WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and mini-refrigerators. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from the Convention Center and 9.5 miles from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport.
The Read House Hotel: Pros
- Holds the distinction of being the longest continuously operating hotel in the southeast - Features original 1920s elements like vintage clawfoot tubs in select rooms - The Bar & Billiards Room maintains authentic speakeasy ambiance with waitstaff in period attire - Provides 24/7 valet parking service with direct lobby access
The Read House Hotel: Cons
- Valet parking costs $28 per night - Room service breakfast available only on weekends
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What our guests says about facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Pool tables
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at The Read House was absolutely delightful! The historical ambiance combined with modern amenities truly made my experience feel special. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our time was enjoyable, and the in-house dining at the Chophouse was a real treat. On the downside, I wish the breakfast options were more varied, but overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better getaway.