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The Read House Hotel

4.0 star property
Book lovers find haven at this downtown hotel's cozy library; food enthusiasts enjoy the on-site steakhouse near Chattanooga Convention Center.

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In the heart of downtown Chattanooga, The Read House Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a library, coffee shop, and American cuisine steakhouse. Savor dinner at Bridgeman's Chophouse or unwind in the gym after exploring nearby attractions like Creative Discovery Museum.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is €119
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Double Queen Scenic View

Double Queen Scenic View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(110 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(113 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen

Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite | Living area

Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Accessible King

Accessible King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible Double Queen

Accessible Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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No Guaranteed Bed Type

No Guaranteed Bed Type

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Scenic View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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About the area

Located in Downtown Chattanooga, The Read House Hotel is in a walkable area in Chattanooga with great shopping. Coolidge Park and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City. Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Zoo are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing. Visit our Chattanooga travel guide
Map
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, 37402

What's nearby

  • Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA downtown skyline on the Tennessee River
    Chattanooga Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA Skyline
    Tennessee Aquarium
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tivoli Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Creative Discovery Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cadence Coffee Company
    4 min walk
  • Bantam & Biddy
    5 min walk
  • Community Pie
    3 min walk
  • Unknown Caller
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk

About this property

The Read House Hotel

Upscale hotel near Chattanooga Convention Center
Located close to Creative Discovery Museum and IMAX Theater, The Read House Hotel provides designer shops on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. The on-site American cuisine steakhouse, Bridgeman's Chophouse, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A lift, books and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 240 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar & Billards Room
  • Bridgeman's Chophouse
  • Starbucks

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 19,000 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1926
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 19 2026 to February 27 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 3.28 per cent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Read House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from January 19 2026 until February 27 2026 (dates subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at The Read House Hotel?

As of 22 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Read House Hotel on 1 Feb 2026 start from €115.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Read House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Read House Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Read House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Read House Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Read House Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chattanooga, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chattanooga Convention Center and Creative Discovery Museum. IMAX Theater and Tennessee Aquarium are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Read House Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1893 out of 2345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 2345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 2345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 2345 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were great! Clean Rooms updated and comfortable. Beautiful lobby and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding historic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

carolin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, old but nice. Staff was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Albert Eben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old charming hotel. Room was very spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone that worked there was so friendly and helpful. Bar, restaurant and common areas were as comfortable as they were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their tower rooms are very nicely decorated and comfortable size - would stay there again -
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Staff very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean and well maintained rooms, great amenities and fabulous customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful hotel and the rooms were clean and big. Comfortable bed!! Also could control the heat/air as I wanted. This was a 10/10 for me!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and well supplied. Could have used a microwave. Staff were super accommodating and the hotel was beautiful. Loved the jazz piping throughout the lobby!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an exceptional stay at The Read Hotel! The hotel was elegant and beautifully decorated for the holiday season, and the staff were amazing! We are already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything! The staff was absolutely amazing, very professional and friendly. Our room was beautiful and spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, great room, very clean, fantastic climate control. The hotel itself is unbelievable, right out of history, I will stay there every time I’m in Chattanooga!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and the outfits they wore, so cool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a classy stay! Loved every minute of it. Stunning hotel. Safe. Quiet. Fast check in. Accommodating. Staff were excellent! Clean. Rooms were fantastic and beds soft. Bar was great. Highly recommend! A 10/10! Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the elegance of this historic property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great. I am happy for the main reasons, everyone at the Read House made us feel welcome. The cleanliness of the hotel is a real plus after a long day on the road. This place is realy really nice. Thank you all for a great stay, would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and clean. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proberty was in great shape. It was decorated for Christmas and it looked amazing. We had dinner at the Reed house. It was delicious and the staff were so accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Very clean and sizable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property and superb location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025