Name: The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo
Address: 92 Choo Choo Avenue, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402-4489
Price range: US$109+
Rating: 7.3

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About the Hotel

92 Choo Choo Avenue, Chattanooga, 37402-4489

Close to the city center

Perfect

9.1

/10

4.4

Loved by The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo guests

Spacious rooms

Friendly staff

Comfortable beds

Unique charm

Delicious breakfast

The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo - A historic train-themed hotel with live music, southern dining, and walkable downtown access

The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo offers accommodations in refurbished train cars, each equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee makers, and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy live music tributes to rock icons at venues such as Songbirds Guitar Museum and The Comedy Catch, located within 0.5 km of the property. The hotel features southern-style dining at Elsie's Daughter, serving French-Belgian cuisine with Appalachian influences, and STIR, which sources ingredients from local farms. Leisure options include the Glenn Miller Gardens, featuring lawn games and rose gardens, and a heated indoor pool. The Choo Choo's location provides easy access to downtown attractions like the Walnut Street Bridge (2 km) and Creative Discovery Museum (2 km).

Pros

Live music venues and comedy shows are within walking distance.

Rooms in historic train cars feature modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and air conditioning.

The heated indoor pool is open year-round.

Southern-style dining options use locally sourced ingredients.

Proximity to downtown attractions, including the Walnut Street Bridge and Songbirds Guitar Museum.

Cons

Limited on-site leisure facilities beyond the indoor pool and gardens.

Some rooms may overlook busy areas due to the downtown location.

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The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Triple Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Double Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
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Quadruple Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet
2 Queen Size Beds
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Facilities

The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Perfect

9.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Yoga class

Services

Free shuttle service
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Night club
Garden area
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo Location

92 Choo Choo Avenue, Chattanooga, 37402-4489

Map view

City landmarks

Aquarium

Tennessee Aquarium

1.3 mi

Bridge

Walnut Street Bridge

1.5 mi

Museum

Coker Tire Museum

2900 ft

Museum

Creative Discovery Museum

1.2 mi

Museum

Hunter Museum of American Art

1.3 mi

Event hall

Chattanooga Convention Center

2500 ft

Park

Coolidge Park

1.6 mi

Gallery

Bluff View Art District

1.2 mi

Cemetery

Chattanooga National Cemetery

1.4 mi

Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo

1.5 mi

Gallery

Chattanooga Market

3000 ft

Landmark

Chattanooga Riverwalk

1.3 mi

Landmark

Law Enforcement Memorial

4300 ft

Landmark

John Ross Bridge

3400 ft

Landmark

IMAX Theater

1.4 mi

Landmark

Missionary Ridge

3900 ft

Nearby

1439 Market St

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

600 ft

Museum

Songbirds

200 ft

1400 Market St

Chattanooga Choo Choo

500 ft

Gallery

Hart Gallery Tennessee

1100 ft

Museum

Chattanooga African American Museum

1900 ft

217 East Main Street

Main Street Meats

1500 ft

Night club

The Comedy Catch at The Choo Choo

1900 ft

Night club

Regan's Place

900 ft

46 W 13th St # 48

The Main Terrain Park

1300 ft

1400 Market St Suite 108

Gate 11 Distillery

1900 ft

Restaurants

Terminal BrewHouse

600 ft

1464 Market Street

Wildflower Tea Shop

700 ft

1423 Market St

Blue Orleans Creole Restaurant-Downtown

600 ft

1463 Market St

Conga Latin Food

800 ft

26 East Main Street

Bluegrass Grill

1000 ft

55 East Main Street

Urban Stack

1400 ft

12 West 13th Street

HiFi Clyde's Chattanooga

1100 ft

122 West Main Street

Alex Thai Food & Sushi Bistro

800 ft

26 E Main St Suite 114

Explore Chattanooga

Local Highlights Near The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo

Tennessee Aquarium

25 minutes' walk

The Tennessee Aquarium features a vast collection of aquatic life, including river otters and sharks. Guided tours available.

Hunter Museum of American Art

25 minutes' walk

Houses a collection of American art with stunning river views. Offers rotating exhibitions and family-friendly activities.

Coker Tire Museum

11 minutes' walk

Showcases the history of automobile tires with vintage cars. Free admission on select days and engaging exhibits.

Creative Discovery Museum

25 minutes' walk

An interactive children's museum with hands-on exhibits. Engaging for families and offers various educational programs.

Riverfront Biking

10 minutes' drive

Enjoy scenic biking along the Tennessee River with rental services available. Ideal for thrill-seekers and nature lovers.

Relaxation at North Chickamauga Creek

25 minutes' drive

A tranquil area for hiking and picnicking, perfect for unwinding amidst nature. Seasonal guided nature walks offered.

La Altena

7 minutes' walk

Authentic Mexican cuisine in a cozy setting. Signature dishes include tacos and enchiladas; vegetarian options available.

Zarzour's

8 minutes' walk

Known for its famous burgers and classic Southern dishes. Casual atmosphere, recommends reservations during peak times.

Clumpies Ice Cream Co

4 minutes' walk

Local favorite for handmade ice cream with unique flavors. Perfect for a sweet treat after exploring the area.

Songbirds

1 minute' walk

Live music venue featuring genres from blues to rock, with intimate performances. Great for music lovers of all ages.

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

3 minutes' walk

Offers tours and tastings of locally crafted whiskey. A unique experience with insights into distillation processes.

Getting around

City Centre
Chattanooga 12 min · 3300 ft
Airports
Chattanooga Metropolitan (CHA) 23 min · 9.3 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

127

Former name

Holiday Inn Chattanooga Choo

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests consistently praise the charming and recently renovated Hotel Chalet, particularly enjoying the unique experience of staying in themed train car rooms. Many appreciate the modern bathrooms, some even noting the heated floors and excellent shower pressure. The hotel's location allows for easy walks to attractions like Clumpies ice cream and the arcade, and on-site dining options like Frothy Monkey are a plus, though some guests have found Elsie's Daughter's menu limited. The greenery area and pool with fire pits are other recurring highlights.

Review score

Based on 5 verified reviews

7.3 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.5/10

Comfort

9.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.7/10

Value for money

8.9/10

Pros

Clean rooms

Excellent staff

Great value

Cons

Missing amenities

based on 3031 reviews

3.5/5

emily from canada

Single

chalet king

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 29, 2026

6/10

underwhelming experience

musty odor inconsistent housekeeping

i was disappointed with my stay. the room had a noticeable musty odor. the promised daily housekeeping was inconsistent, i had to request fresh towels one day. also, the noise from the nearby train tracks was more disruptive than i anticipated, it made it difficult to sleep.

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Aiden from Ireland

Couple

Chalet King

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 13, 2026

9.0/10

Magical stay in unique train car

period decor spacious bathroom caboose pool bar

The staff greeted us warmly. Dian, the concierge. Our train car room featured period decor and a spacious bathroom. The hotel has a pool, a restaurant, and a pool bar in a caboose.

Dining

9/10

Elsie's Daughter restaurant offers amazing food and drinks. I had an excellent brunch there. Phillip at the cool restaurant provided great service. The apple cobbler was a plus.

Location

9/10

The hotel connects to the station. Multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and bars are within walking distance. Nearby attractions include Ruby Falls and Rock City. A free shuttle is available to downtown locations like the aquarium.

Facilities

9/10

The Glenn Miller Gardens are huge. The new pool area has ample sunbeds. The hotel also includes a local distillery bar and a coffee shop. Parking is available for $18 per night.

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Allen from United Kingdom

Couple

Chalet King

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 09, 2025

8.5/10

romantic getaway

beautiful landscaping excellent restoration convenient location great service

the grounds were beautiful with meticulous landscaping i enjoyed quiet moments near the fountains and the serene atmosphere added a special touch to my stay the train car restoration was excellent and the room felt unique and charming i found the proximity to nearby restaurants very convenient with many options within walking distance. the staff provided great service making me feel welcome and attended to throughout my visit

the pool area became quite crowded during peak hours potentially limiting space for relaxation

Dining

9/10

elsie's daughter offered a good dinner experience with a varied menu it featured local ingredients the adjacent bar provided welcome drinks with a relaxing atmosphere i found the breakfast pastries to be quite fresh.

Facilities

8/10

the pool, while small, was well-kept and heated, a welcome amenity the fitness center included modern equipment for a basic workout the hotel offered complimentary shuttle service to nearby attractions and free wifi was available throughout the hotel.

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Julia from Germany

Couple

Chalet King

4 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: September 11, 2025

6/10

excellent location spacious bathroom walking distance unfriendly staff limited coffee no smile

The location was excellent. Many restaurants and attractions were nearby. I could easily walk to dinner. The bathroom was spacious (I really liked the tile).

The staff was not very friendly when I checked in. I didn't even get a smile. there was no complimentary coffee available during the day, only the packs in the room. I didn't find that coffee the best.

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Julia from United Kingdom

Family with children

Chalet King

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: September 04, 2025

7/10

Decent Stay with Minor Issues

great location close restaurants strong water pressure no complimentary coffee loud a c poor coffee

My stay lasted three nights, and the location worked well. I liked being close to several restaurants (Elsie's Daughter was great!). The bathroom had strong water pressure in the shower, which i found nice.

I noticed there was no complimentary coffee in the day or evening. Only packs were left in my room, and it wasn't the best coffee. The air conditioning was quite loud, a little disturbing.

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