Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Hamilton Place

Situated in a six-floor building atop a hill, this Hampton Inn may be among the most beautiful of any in the chain. Interiors are fresh and modern, as the property was built in 2013. Clean-lined chandeliers line the entryway, giving way to a bright, artistically furnished lobby with a variety of seats: white leather lounge chairs and benches, a round table with rolling office chairs, chrome and glass side tables, and paisley-patterned area rugs in heather-gray and red. The breakfast area more closely resembles a classy bar (but there isn’t a bar), with its huge, circular chandelier affixed with drippy strands. The various high and low tables nicely combine wood, leather, and patterned cushions in shades of red and gray, all surrounding a large HDTV on one wall. There is a small outdoor patio with a wood roof, elegant gray tile floors, and stylish white patio furniture, including couches around a gas fireplace. The crowd is a mix of families, other tourists, and business travelers.

The hotel sits just off of Interstate 75 on a hill between Hamilton Place Mall and a movie theater. Restaurants Big River Grille and Sticky Fingers are within a five-minute walk, as is the enormous Hamilton Place Mall. Lookout Mountain is just over 20 minutes away by car. Downtown Chattanooga and all of its attractions, including the university, aquarium, and Riverwalk, are about a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Chattanooga Airport is five to 10 minutes away by car.

Although rooms, like the rest of this hotel, are clean, new, and colorful, they are a little small compared to some other Hampton Inns. Windows are compact, although some offer nice views of the surrounding landscape. There are framed prints of soothing floral paintings on the walls, and maroon and bright yellow accents amid the otherwise ecru and cream decor. Beds are super comfortable, and each room has an office desk and armchair, as well as free Wi-Fi, an HDTV, a mini-fridge, microwave, and coffeemaker. Bathrooms are bright with white countertops and either shower/tub combos or large, standing showers with glass doors. The studio-style suites are only slightly larger than standard rooms. Each has an extra window and a sofa bed separated from the main bed by a large desk, as well as a wall-mounted TV that's difficult to see from bed. 

This 2013-built Hampton Inn offers all the usual amenities of the chain – free outdoor parking, free Wi-Fi access, and a free hot buffet breakfast including a waffle station. To-go breakfast is also offered. There is also a somewhat small, though attractive, indoor pool. The fitness center has top-line equipment and a nice amount of space. There are three meeting rooms, and a 24-hour business center with two computers, and printing and copying services. The hotel has a coin-operated laundry area. Pets are not allowed.