What is St. Elmo like?

Travellers to the St. Elmo neighbourhood in Chattanooga will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Moccasin Bend Brewing Company as part of your St. Elmo travel plans.

How many hotels are there in the St. Elmo area?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options in St. Elmo to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Chattanooga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. Elmo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in St. Elmo.

What can I see and do in this Chattanooga neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of St. Elmo with a visit to St. Elmo Park and Roy Nelms Park. You could also plan a visit to Lookout Mountain Incline Railway or Moccasin Bend Brewing Company while you're in the neighbourhood. Ruby Falls, Lookout Mountain Station and Point Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around St. Elmo. Cravens House and International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Chattanooga.

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1. Comfort Inn Chattanooga Downtown Southside

Downtown Chattanooga, 3.9 km from St. Elmo

Lillian

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

2. Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

Downtown Chattanooga, 4.2 km from St. Elmo

Parikshit

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a view of a river and distant buildings.

3. Lookout Mountain Riverview Inn

3 km from St. Elmo

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga - Lookout Mtn

Lookout Valley, 4.8 km from St. Elmo

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A conference room with round tables and chairs, pendant lights, a large window with a view, and a motivational poster on the wall.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chattanooga I-24/Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 5.3 km from St. Elmo

Natasha

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

Southside Historic District, 5.2 km from St. Elmo

Emmanuel

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, and a potted plant on a round table.

7. The Lodge at Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 3.2 km from St. Elmo

Sean

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, fruit bowls, and cereal dispensers.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chattanooga-Lookout Mtn by IHG

Lookout Valley, 5.4 km from St. Elmo

Diego

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a staircase.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chattanooga-Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 5.4 km from St. Elmo

Crystal

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West

Lookout Valley, 5.6 km from St. Elmo

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with a white table and yellow and blue chairs, a kitchen with appliances, and a clock on the wall.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Chattanooga West - Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 4.4 km from St. Elmo

brandon

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire feature, and outdoor seating.

12. Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 5.3 km from St. Elmo

Melody

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

13. Caption By Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown

Southside Historic District, 4.9 km from St. Elmo

Rebecca

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and potted plants.

14. Best Western Royal Inn

Lookout Valley, 5 km from St. Elmo

Amery

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen area with a counter and appliances.

15. Clarion Inn near Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 5.1 km from St. Elmo

Maria

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A corridor with doors, a railing, and a view of trees.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain I-24

Lookout Valley, 4.4 km from St. Elmo

Patrick

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

17. The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

Southside Historic District, 5 km from St. Elmo

Michael

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'Quality Inn & Suites'. There are multiple parking spaces in front of the building.

18. Quality Inn & Suites Chattanooga West near Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 4.9 km from St. Elmo

Xavier

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A breakfast bar with cereal, coffee, and a sign for 'Superstart breakfast'.

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain TN

Lookout Valley, 5.2 km from St. Elmo

Michael

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a brick wall and large windows.

20. Red Roof Inn Chattanooga - Lookout Mountain

Lookout Valley, 5.2 km from St. Elmo

pam

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Where to stay in St. Elmo

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Downtown Chattanooga

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.

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Lookout Valley

If you're spending some time in Lookout Valley, Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.

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Chattanooga Riverfront

Chattanooga Riverfront is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like AT&T Field and Tennessee Aquarium.

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East Ridge

Travellers come to East Ridge for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Topgolf Chattanooga and Camp Jordan while you're in town.

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Southside Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Southside Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District or Finley Stadium.

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Top St. Elmo Hotel Reviews

The Read House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Best experience"

Hotel Bo, a Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Downtown

8/10 Good

"Really nice and clean hotel especially for the price. The Innside restaurant was absolutely amazing proper Mom and Pop shop that has been in Chattanooga for over 30 years. Now the cons- the receptionist had a passive aggressive attitude, and at night many people were outside our door making lot's of noise and finally our room also was tricky to get in as the card sometimes straight up refused to work. However, the room was exceptional, and the diner was wholesome. I will come back to the restaurant but I rather stay closer to the aquarium that has friendlier staff and quieter rooms."

Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was above and beyond. The room was perfect, so clean and the nice big shower was awesome. The kickback we checked in during was such a fun idea, plus the free 3 drinks for my wife and I and the free food was so nice to show up to after a 6 hour drive."

Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place

8/10 Good

"Beds very comfy, staff great. workout room good, surroundings good , breakfast not bad, but could use more variety, felt bad for breakfast staff, had a hard time keeping up, lady was overwhelmed, but did her best! Room arrangement was a little strange but it worked. Bathroom good, toilet too short for tall people. Awesome shower. I'm tall and always appreciate a tall shower head and HOT water! Overall, very good"

Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We were promptly greeted and given the room we asked for. The room was freshly painted and clean. We really appreciated the complimentary shampoo, conditioner and lotion- smelled so good. The steamer came in handy! The gym was well equipped and the breakfast has something for everyone. We enjoyed our stay."

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1. Comfort Inn Chattanooga Downtown Southside

2. Spark by Hilton Chattanooga Downtown

3. Lookout Mountain Riverview Inn

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chattanooga - Lookout Mtn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chattanooga I-24/Lookout Mountain

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

7. The Lodge at Lookout Mountain

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chattanooga-Lookout Mtn by IHG

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chattanooga-Lookout Mountain

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Chattanooga West - Lookout Mountain

12. Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain

13. Caption By Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown

14. Best Western Royal Inn

15. Clarion Inn near Lookout Mountain

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain I-24

17. The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo

18. Quality Inn & Suites Chattanooga West near Lookout Mountain

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain TN

20. Red Roof Inn Chattanooga - Lookout Mountain

Where to stay in St. Elmo

Downtown Chattanooga

Lookout Valley

Chattanooga Riverfront

East Ridge

Southside Historic District

Top St. Elmo Hotel Reviews

The Read House Hotel

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