The Read House Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers - The Read House Hotel (Chattanooga)
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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

  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(110 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Accessible Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room - Bed Type Not Guaranteed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Chattanooga, The Read House Hotel is in a walkable area in Chattanooga with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coolidge Park and Ruby Falls, while IMAX Theater and Hunter Museum of American Art are cultural highlights. 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 mountain biking and cave exploring.
Map
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, 37402

What's nearby

  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Creative Discovery Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chattanooga Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Unknown Caller - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bantam + Biddy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cadence Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Miller Plaza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Community Pie - ‬3 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 stores 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 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 sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Concierge services, 8 meeting rooms, and free newspapers
  • Wedding services, luggage storage, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 240 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1926
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 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

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
A car is not required for transportation 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–10:00 PM.

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

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Read House Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from $100.49, excluding 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 50 lbs 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 28 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?

Check-out 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

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1797 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 2221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 2221 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing hotel!! Great staff, elegance, pool, food/bar!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Second time here and will stay again when we return to Chattanooga.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and great staff. The bar and restaurant were great too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and classy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room service options for breakfast and the room was perfect. Beautiful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front desk were very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Great food. Beautiful hotel. Staff were nice. Clean. Convenient to area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located and is 2 mins by car from restaurants and bars. We would certainly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hailie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Read House was amazing! The hotel is beautiful, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and everything was spotless. The historic charm mixed with modern comfort made it unforgettable, I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

F.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staff. Beautiful historical building.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evarist

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property with amazing decor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE the Read House!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taurus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, well maintained. The front desk staff and valet staff are quite good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Read House is absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Amenities
We’re having a great time. Beautiful hotel. Lovely room. Helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite properties in the country.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Read House is still a classic hotel gem in downtown Chattanooga. And the area around the hotel is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a beautiful property. The staff, both valet and front desk, could not have been nicer. We enjoyed looking at the historic features of the property and really enjoyed the beautiful fall view from Our room. Great mattress!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

silvio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and excellent dining
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the theme of the hotel. What I would have liked would be a microwave in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025