The Read House

107 West M.l.k. Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37402 United States (USA) near Exit 178 on I-24 (~1.2mi)
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4.0 Star Property
35.046620 -85.310510
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  • With an indoor pool!
  • Airport shuttle provided
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 241 rooms in property
  • Hotel has 10 floors
  • Hotel has 87 suites
  • Check-in: 3pm
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Group score of 10.0/10

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Check Rates 1 King Bed 50in Flt TV Coffee Tea Station Mini Room Rate 48hr Cxl Free WiFi
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Check Rates 50 Dining Credit with 2 Night or More Stay 1 King Bed 50in Flt TV Coffee Tea Station Mini Compliment
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Check Rates 50 Dining Credit with 2 Night or More Stay Acces 2 Queen Beds Portable Visual Fire Alarm 400 Complim
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Check Rates 50 Dining Credit with 2 Night or More Stay Deluxe 2 Queen Beds Sit Area 350 Sq Ft Complimentary 50 D
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Local Attractions

Tennessee Aquarium. Imax Threater Highpoint Climbing Jump Park Mystery Dinner theatre restaurant. Rock City and Ruby Falls Southern Bell

Verified Reviews of The Read House

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Very quiet, nice bar, really comfortable bed!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
All Good
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 29 to Sat Mar 02 2024 at a $349.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean. Comfortable. Beautiful."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I would recommend this hotel to anyone. The facility was clean, staff in all areas very pleasant. Beds and pillows comfortable.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 13 to Mon Jan 15 2024 at a $210.60 average nightly rate.
"Comfy stay in an iconic hotel."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The Read House is always our choice of hotel in Chattanooga. It ranks very high for iconic hotels in the South.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
26-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 23 to Sun Dec 24 2023 at a $167.20 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful Hotel Experience"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
First experience staying here. Wonderful experience, wonderful staff!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 26 to Sat Oct 28 2023 at a $276.48 average nightly rate.
"Lovely Historical Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We had a good experience just staying in this historical hotel. Why not play tunes from the 30's and 40's.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 22 to Mon Oct 23 2023 at a $159.00 average nightly rate.
"Love this place!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Love staying here! The Tower is my favorite and the employees there are ALL amazing!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
06-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 03 to Mon Sep 04 2023 at a $269.00 average nightly rate.
"Staff was fantastic and hotel was clean and welcoming."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Staff was fantastic and hotel was clean and welcoming.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 16 to Mon Jul 17 2023 at a $197.10 average nightly rate.
"Everyone is nice and helpful. Beautiful hotel."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everyone is nice and helpful. Beautiful hotel. Enjoyed
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Jul-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 30 to Sun Jul 02 2023 at a $271.15 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful hotel with all the charm and excellence of home!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I dearly love this place and I will be back! Beautiful hotel with all the charm and excellence of home!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 16 to Sat Jun 17 2023 at a $323.99 average nightly rate.
"Nice Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Nice hotel.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 12 to Tue Jun 13 2023 at a $155.00 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable Place to Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff very caring and helpful. John Kirby lives his role and made us feel like we were special. Comfortable and slower paced.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
12-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 08 to Fri Jun 09 2023 at a $228.65 average nightly rate.
"Staff was friendly, rooms were clean Step Back in Time."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Staff was friendly, rooms were clean The Read House has done an excellent job of taking a historic hotel and modernizing it without losing the motif. From the classic lobby, through the elevators, even to the music The Read House preserves the essence of the era. It is conveniently located for many events and excursions. We enjoyed our stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 26 to Sun May 28 2023 at a $279.00 average nightly rate.
"Gorgeous hotel from another era."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Lovely building with a rich history. Rooms are spacious and the numerous Christmas trees and holiday decorations added to the atmosphere. Beautiful and calming.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Dec-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 16 to Sat Dec 17 2022 at a $212.90 average nightly rate.
Response from Management on 27-Dec-2022:
Thank you so much for your feedback! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for your business and we hope we get the opportunity to host you again!
4.0 out of 5. Based on 1513 guest reviews

Property Description

Opened in 1926, the Sheraton Read House Hotel combines the ambience of yesterday with today's modern conveniences. Nestled in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, our hotel is ideally situated for business, weekend getaways, or a vacation in one of Tennessee's most historic cities. We are on the Chattanooga free Electric Shuttle route and just blocks away from the Tennessee Aquarium, restaurants, shopping, and other exciting attractions. All 241 smoke free guest rooms and suites feature HD televisions, complete with Sheraton's extensive high definition channel line up, complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet Access, free local calls, and 24 hour access to our fitness center. After a long day, settle into the Sheraton Sweet SleeperTM Bed complete with crisp cotton sheets, feather pillows and comfy duvet. We are one of the region's most versatile conference and banquet venues, offering over 19,000 square feet of flexible renovated meeting space with an additional 185,000 square feet at the Chattanooga Trade and Convention Center. With original 1926 sterling silver and Waterford crystal chandeliers and silver leaf moldings, the historic Silver Ballroom is the ideal location for business and social events. Our highly accomplished meeting professionals and in-house catering and banquet team are well-equipped to craft solutions for any size meeting our conference. An onsite business center and in-house audiovisual services provide convention groups and guests with added convenience. Additionally, Wireless High Speed Internet Access is available in all meeting rooms upon request.

Green Sustainability

Yes

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3pm
Check Out: 11am
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 10
Rooms: 241
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 241
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 87
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 16000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 250 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 5pm-11pm
Pool Info:
Indoor Zero Edge Lap Pool
Ownership: Avocet Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
individual guest is 24 hours before check in. Group there is a scale on when you cancel how much penalty applies
Nightly Parking: 15
Typical Group Deposit: 25
Total Taxes: 17.25%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 9.25 Per Night
Occupancy Tax: 8.00 Per Night
Parking Fee: 20.00 Per Night
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 22.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 22.00%
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 18.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 20.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 25.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 25.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 25.00 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 20.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 45.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 50.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 10.00 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 10.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 45.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 2.50 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 2.50 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Garage
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Terrace
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • TV room
  • Valet Parking
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

9 miles from the airport.

Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary downtown electric shuttle. Easy access to downtown area restaurants and local nightlife. *NOTE* Hotel does not have a van/shuttle to/from the airport.

Breakfast Information

We have an award winning Prime Steakhouse, Porters that serves breakfast starting at 6:30 am every day, and we have a full-service Starbucks on-site.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pet friendly hotel ($50 deposit required at check in)

Parking Info

Valet Parking is available at $15.00 per day with unlimited in and out privileges.

Internet / WiFI

The Hotel offers complimentary wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting space.

Cleaning Policies

COVID - Phase 2 Guests are responsible for parking their vehicle. Limited bell service may be available. Bellmen may assist with luggage, but will enter a guest’s room. Common areas and entry points are disinfected at least once per hour. All guest rooms are cleaned, thoroughly sanitized, and sealed after every stay. Employees CANNOT enter guest rooms for the duration of any guest’s stay, with the exception of requested maintenance personnel. Stayover housekeeping suspended to limit in-room contact. Guests must request additional linens, toiletries & will be delivered & placed outside the guest’s room. Room trash can be placed outside guest room door for daily pickup. Elevator occupancy not to exceed 5 people unless traveling within the same family. The fitness room equipment will be disinfected every hour, but guests are encouraged to wipe and disinfect after use. The pool is open, however social distancing is encouraged. The pool deck & chairs will be frequently disinfected by hotel staff.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Aretha Frankensteins - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this quirky diner known for its unique pancakes. Located 1 mile from The Read House.
  • Lunch: Taco Mamacita - Savor tasty tacos and margaritas at this vibrant Mexican restaurant. Located 0.8 miles from The Read House.
  • Dinner: The Big Chill & Grill - Enjoy delicious burgers and milkshakes at this popular local spot. Located 0.5 miles from The Read House.
  • Activity: Tennessee Aquarium - Explore the fascinating underwater world at one of the top-rated aquariums in the country. Located 0.7 miles from The Read House.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Maple Street Biscuit Company - Delight in mouthwatering biscuits and gravy at this popular breakfast spot. Located 0.6 miles from The Read House.
  • Lunch: Public House - Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch experience with a diverse menu of locally sourced ingredients. Located 0.4 miles from The Read House.
  • Dinner: St. John's Restaurant - Indulge in a fine dining experience with a modern twist at this upscale restaurant. Located 0.3 miles from The Read House.
  • Activity: Rock City - Explore the stunning rock formations and breathtaking views at this iconic attraction. Located 6 miles from The Read House.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Daily Ration - Start your day with a delicious breakfast and specialty coffee at this trendy cafe. Located 0.7 miles from The Read House.
  • Lunch: The Terminal Brewhouse - Enjoy craft beers and delicious pub food at this local brewery and restaurant. Located 0.5 miles from The Read House.
  • Dinner: Alleia - Experience authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy and elegant setting at this renowned restaurant. Located 0.9 miles from The Read House.
  • Activity: Chattanooga Choo Choo - Step back in time and explore the historic train station turned entertainment complex. Located 0.3 miles from The Read House.

Previously known as:
Sheraton Read House, Sheraton Read House Hotel Chattanooga, The Read House Historic Hotel Inn & Suites, The Sheraton Read House Hotel, Sheraton Read House Hotel, The Read House Hotel

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Read House

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Read House.

Feel free to use the The Read House meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chattanooga event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Silver Ballroom 109 x 36 x 20 3924 --/230 -- 200 94 112 94 25/20 400 400 --
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Silver Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
3924 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
109 x 36 x 20 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Photo of Silver Ballroom

FAQs about The Read House

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Read House have?

There are 241 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Read House?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Read House?

We have an award winning Prime Steakhouse, Porters that serves breakfast starting at 6:30 am every day, and we have a full-service Starbucks on-site.

What parking is available at The Read House?

Valet Parking is available at $15.00 per day with unlimited in and out privileges.

How much does internet cost?

The Hotel offers complimentary wireless internet in all sleeping rooms and meeting space.

Can I get a AAA rate at The Read House?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA AARP Discounted Rate 1 King Bed 50in Flt TV Coffee Tea Station Mini AAA or AARP ID Req At Checki

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Read House?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA AARP Discounted Rate 1 King Bed 50in Flt TV Coffee Tea Station Mini AAA or AARP ID Req At Checki

Is there a gym at The Read House?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Read House?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor Zero Edge Lap Pool.

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