The Best Hotels Closest to Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga for 2026

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A modern living room with a sofa set, decorative pillows, and potted plants.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a popcorn machine, and a fruit bowl. There are four bar stools and a refrigerator.

A multi-story building with a ground-level restaurant named "Clemons."

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a TV on a black stand in the living area with a brown sofa.

1. Hotel Clemons

Downtown Chattanooga, 1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Devin

₩186,943

₩219,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A lobby with a checkered floor, a central table with vases, and green upholstered chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with four chairs and potted plants.

Two women seated in a room with a fireplace, a decorative screen, and a vase of flowers.

A restaurant with black upholstered seating, white tablecloths, and gold accents.

2. The Read House Hotel

Downtown Chattanooga, 1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

April

₩167,955

₩211,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A fire pit in the center of a patio area with outdoor seating and a building in the background.

A dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a view of a green train through large windows.

A train carriage interior with a wooden panel wall, a sofa, a table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

3. The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

Southside Historic District, 2.1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Lisa

₩150,793

₩176,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor seating area with modern chairs and a sofa, a brick building in the background, and a covered entrance.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a coffee table.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall-mounted display.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, a staircase, and a bar area.

4. Moxy Chattanooga Downtown

Southside Historic District, 1.8 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Alba

₩151,054

₩177,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A brick building with large windows and outdoor seating.

A cozy lounge area with a stone wall, a sofa set, and a coffee table.

A bar area with a green-lit bar counter, seating with wicker chairs, and hanging floral light fixtures.

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass table, wicker chairs, a grey sofa, and yellow planters.

5. The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

MLK University, 1.3 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Malka

₩264,888

₩324,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, cushioned seating, and a view of the cityscape.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large dining table.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a dining space.

6. Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

Chattanooga Riverfront, 0.4 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Patrick

₩221,680

₩259,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A modern lounge area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a rug.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the city.

7. Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Chattanooga, 0.8 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Andrew

₩160,303

₩187,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table, overlooking a body of water and distant hills.

A bar with multiple shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a copper pot with a plant, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern lounge with leather seating, a bar area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

8. The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

Chattanooga Riverfront, 0.3 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Nancy

₩298,848

₩350,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A cozy lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table, surrounded by bookshelves and large windows.

A bar with a variety of bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and three chairs in the foreground.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a large window, and a blue sofa.

A modern building with the name "KINLEY" and the number "1409" on the facade.

9. Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Southside Historic District, 2 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Steven

₩202,417

₩237,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A dining table with plates, glasses, and cutlery, set against a cityscape view through large windows.

A bar area with various bottles and glasses, a person holding a glass, and a scenic view in the background.

A building with a sign that reads "Caption by Hyatt."

A balcony with wicker chairs, a glass railing, and a white brick wall.

10. Caption By Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown

Southside Historic District, 2.1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

David

₩188,818

₩221,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with multiple round tables and chairs, a wooden building with a neon sign, and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'GHILL SUITES' sign, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a well-maintained lawn area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a large island with appliances.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar stools, and a mix of seating arrangements including bar chairs and a long dining table.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

Chattanooga Riverfront, 0.9 km from Tennessee Aquarium

₩172,054

₩201,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, offering a view of distant mountains and cityscape.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a building with large windows.

A spacious outdoor seating area with multiple chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a scenic landscape with mountains and a body of water.

12. The Westin Chattanooga

Downtown Chattanooga, 1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Iuliia

₩241,338

₩282,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A rooftop deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and uniform window patterns.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

A hallway with a decorative ceiling, a safe deposit vault sign, and a bar area with chairs.

13. The Waymark Chattanooga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Downtown Chattanooga, 1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Pawel Dariusz

₩211,220

₩247,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel with a modern glass building and a traditional building with a fountain and elephant sculpture.

A bar area with a counter and yellow cushioned seating.

A reception area with a wooden wall, a glass door entrance, and a potted plant.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

14. Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown

Downtown Chattanooga, 1.2 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Ashley

₩101,608

₩119,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-story building with 'LA QUINTA' signage, a parking lot, and a tree-lined pathway.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a coffee station.

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a chalkboard menu, and a person seated at the bar.

A modern lobby with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plant. There is a dining area with chairs and a bar.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South

Southside Historic District, 1.7 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Renee

₩143,692

₩168,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A porch with a wooden door, two white rocking chairs, and two wall-mounted lanterns.

A two-story building with a porch, a signboard, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

A hallway with a wooden door, a chandelier, and a patterned rug.

A grand staircase with a wooden finish and black balusters, leading to a second-floor landing with a railing.

16. Bluff View Inn

0.5 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Eileen

₩285,264

₩334,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and string lights.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Chattanooga Riverfront, 0.1 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Sarah

₩154,842

₩181,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.

An outdoor patio with seating areas, a fire feature, and string lights.

A modern bar area with wicker furniture, a bar counter, and pendant lighting.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, modern furniture, and a wooden ceiling.

18. The Chattanoogan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Chattanooga, 1.6 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Amir

₩157,070

₩184,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a bed with a TV.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and several lounge chairs around the pool area.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

Chattanooga Riverfront, 0.2 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Matt

₩161,933

₩189,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a pergola.

A balcony with a view of a sports court, metal railings, and a seating area with chairs.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large mirror, a sofa, and a TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

Downtown Chattanooga, 0.5 km from Tennessee Aquarium

Paula

₩188,261

₩220,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Tennessee Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Clemons	9.8 Exceptional 1,140 reviews	View
The Read House Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 2,591 reviews	View
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo	9.6 Exceptional 2,316 reviews	View
Moxy Chattanooga Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels	9.4 Exceptional 508 reviews	View

Top Tennessee Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Clemons

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place.. pillows and mattress were out of this world!! Will return"

Chattanooga Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good"

Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"😊"

Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel staff is so helpful and the rooms are always so clean! The beds are very comfortable!!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly. Pool was great for the kiddos. Staff at front desk were great. Rooms were nice and clean."

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay. Lighting in the bathroom mirror could be improved. Beautiful mirror but not great for putting on makeup. They did provide a small lighted mirror which helped. Overall a very nice stay. Staff was very helpful and friendly."

Bluff View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice experience, especially the on-site restaurants."

Other attractions near Tennessee Aquarium

Ross's Landing Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Ross's Landing Park is just one of the places to see in Chattanooga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Chattanooga Visitors Center

Chattanooga Visitors Center is just one of the places to see in Chattanooga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and shops.

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National Medal of Honor Museum of Military History

6.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Medal of Honor Museum of Military History during your travels in Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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IMAX Theater

9.0/10 (34 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at IMAX Theater during your stay in Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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Market Street Bridge

9.8/10 (6 reviews)

Find out about the history of Chattanooga with a stop at Market Street Bridge. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.

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AT&T Field

8.0/10 (18 reviews)

Catch an event at AT&T Field during your trip to Chattanooga. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Creative Discovery Museum

9.0/10 (84 reviews)

You can take time to visit Creative Discovery Museum during your travels to Chattanooga. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and mountain views.

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Chattanooga Regional History Museum

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Chattanooga Regional History Museum during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tennessee Aquarium?

Tennessee Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Chattanooga known for its must-see aquarium and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 114 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Tennessee Aquarium?

Adjacent to Tennessee Aquarium, Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include The Read House Hotel and Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tennessee Aquarium?

Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Tennessee Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tennessee Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Tennessee Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Tennessee Aquarium?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Tennessee Aquarium, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Tennessee Aquarium?

You'll want to browse the collections at Hunter Museum of American Art, Coker Museum, and UTC Fine Arts Center. Tivoli Theatre, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District, and Lookout Mountain Station are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at IMAX Theater and Barking Legs Theater.

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Our top choices for Tennessee Aquarium hotels

1. Hotel Clemons

2. The Read House Hotel

3. The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

4. Moxy Chattanooga Downtown

5. The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

6. Embassy Suites By Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

7. Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

8. The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

9. Kinley Chattanooga Southside, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Caption By Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown/Cameron Harbor

12. The Westin Chattanooga

13. The Waymark Chattanooga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

14. Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown/South

16. Bluff View Inn

17. Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

18. The Chattanoogan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

Compare popular hotels close to Tennessee Aquarium

Top Tennessee Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Clemons

Chattanooga Marriott Downtown

Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown

Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

The Edwin Hotel, Autograph Collection

Bluff View Inn

Other attractions near Tennessee Aquarium

Ross's Landing Park

Chattanooga Visitors Center

National Medal of Honor Museum of Military History

IMAX Theater

Market Street Bridge

AT&T Field

Creative Discovery Museum

Chattanooga Regional History Museum

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