THE HOTEL CHALET AT THE CHOO CHOO, Chattanooga – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo - Historic train-themed hotel near Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
Located in downtown Chattanooga, The Hotel Chalet At The Choo Choo is a historic train-themed hotel featuring live music tributes to rock icons like BB King and Stevie Ray Vaughn. The property includes on-site dining at acclaimed restaurants, an indoor pool, and the Glenn Miller Gardens with lawn games. Guests can explore Civil War memorabilia and enjoy concerts at venues like The Comedy Catch and Songbirds Guitar Museum. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport.
Additional perks of the hotel
Live music performances by Paul Childers and others
Access to the Glenn Miller Gardens with bocce ball and cornhole toss
Free admission to the Hunter Museum of American Art on first Thursdays
Proximity to Station Street entertainment venues
On-site distilleries and pour-your-own beer hall in historic train cars
Rooms
The hotel offers accommodations in refurbished train cars, each equipped with modern amenities. Options include rooms with one king bed or two queen beds, some featuring outdoor patios or Juliet balconies. All rooms include wireless internet access, mini-fridges, and access to the heated indoor pool.
Other conveniences
Soundproof walls in all rooms
Flat-screen TVs with streaming services
Tea and coffee makers in each room
Private bathrooms with free toiletries and bathrobes
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Amenities
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
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
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
- Outdoor dining area
- 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
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
Staying at the Choo Choo was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean but a bit disappointing, and the staff, particularly Graham at the front desk, was extremely friendly and helpful. The location was very good, with some impressive features like a train car bar and fountains. However, the dining options were not very good, especially at frothy monkey.
The sleeper cars in the hotel were in need of some serious updating and cleaning, and the lack of Wi-Fi was a big letdown. The service, however, was exceptional, especially when it came to handling noisy neighbors late at night. The location was convenient with easy access to downtown attractions, despite some noise issues. The dining experience was average and could use some improvement. Overall, a mixed experience with room for enhancement.
The motel had a dark atmosphere due to poor lighting and lacked essential amenities like a small fridge and microwave, which I found surprising in this day and age. On the bright side, the front desk staff member, Graham, was friendly and helpful in guiding us. The location was convenient with various dining options nearby.
The hotel offers spacious rooms with a retro feel that suits the property perfectly but is in need of a total refurbishment. The service is friendly and helpful, although not very knowledgeable. The location is central for entertainment but a bit chilly at times. The dining experience is satisfactory but could improve with better food replenishment. Overall, good value for the price but some areas need renovation.
After checking in, the only positive thing I can say about this place is that the room was large. The hotel makes up for any shortcomings with minor aesthetics, especially at the front desk. Graham was very accommodating when we decided to check out. The location is great as it's not right in the middle of town but just on the edge, very central to everything downtown.
The hotel offers very large rooms that definitely need an upgrade, but they turned out to be larger than expected with very good A/C. The cleanliness of the rooms was impeccable, making the upgrade less of an issue. The service was very helpful and informative, although they parked their cleaning cart directly at the bottom of my train car steps. The location was pretty, with a nice pool, but not in the center of the action. The dining experience was extensive but a bit pricey, especially at $37 for two people. The facilities were well-maintained, complementing the overall stay.
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