The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

Chattanooga’s Terminal Station was once a symbol of the golden age of rail travel. But the stately Beaux Arts–style building, home of the famous Chattanooga Choo Choo, barely escaped demolition in the 1970s. Newly protected as a historic site, it functioned as a Hilton hotel for decades. In its latest iteration as the Hotel Chalet, the landmark’s original grandeur has been fully restored — sunshine pours through dome-like skylights, classic cocktails are served through the window of a refurbished caboose, and the interiors, illuminated by antique lamps, exude old-world charm. There’s extra novelty, and a special reverence for history, in the guest rooms that are housed in renovated Pullman carriages. Some are Victorian, with original Tiffany Glass pendants and bentwood dining chairs, and others are midcentury modern, with custom wall coverings, plush sleeper sofas, and scalloped king beds. Designer Jenny Bukovec brings the same retro nostalgia to rooms in the main building, which feature wall-to-wall patterned carpeting, Italian linens, and rich wood paneling. With old-school wet bars and powder rooms, suites feel out of another era, save for the updated sound systems and Toto bathroom fixtures. French-Belgian dishes with an Appalachian twist are served at Elsie’s Daughter, the name a reference to the terminal’s architect, and outdoor highlights include a romantic courtyard bar and a pool surrounded by striped chaises. 127 Rooms Style: Contemporary Classic Atmosphere: Lively

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