A historic Chattanooga hotel with modern day comforts

At our historic Chattanooga hotel, we specialize in 1920s splendor while catering to modern tastes. The Read House is a dazzling Jazz-era gem with the trappings of a new hotel. Our 241-room historic getaway boasts soaring lobby ceilings, dramatic chandeliers, checkered floors and gleaming wood-clad walls.

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Premier Address

Parties, galas, celebrations & more. The enduring grandeur of a bygone era.

Historic Venues

Entertain the bunch with a dashing event, smack in the middle of downtown Chattanooga.

Wedding Venue room with silver wall designs and a large crystal chandelier

Dream Weddings

Striking glamour. The pop of flashbulbs. A glittering party. One remarkable wedding.

woman holding a silver tray with two tall champagne glasses on it