The Dwell Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotels
Design Hotels
9.4 (152 reviews)
120 East Tenth Street , Chattanooga , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful hotel
Friendly service
Gorgeous rooms
Great amenities
Wonderful location
Cons:
Parking situation can be confusing

Categories

Cleanliness
9.35
Clean and well-maintained hotel with no cleanliness issues mentioned.
Service
9.65
Guests praised the friendly and helpful staff, particularly the front desk.
Location
9.35
Well-located with access to restaurants and activities within walking distance.
Room Quality
9.55
Rooms described as gorgeous, large with great amenities like a big bathtub.
Amenities
9.45
Includes lots of lounging areas, a fun bar, and proximity to outdoor activities.
Value for Money
9.15
Excellent overall experience justifying the price point.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Great bar experience although closure on Tuesday; free drinks provided as compensation.
Overall Experience
9.55
Overall a 5 star experience, with high satisfaction from guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:57

Property Description

Unique Boutique Inn Experience

Matilda Midnight Craft Cocktail Lounge and Tapas Menu
Experience the sophisticated ambiance of Matilda Midnight, our craft cocktail lounge offering a tantalizing tapas menu for a perfect evening out.

Retro-Inspired Individually Decorated Rooms
Indulge in our charming retro-inspired rooms, each uniquely decorated for a one-of-a-kind stay. Enjoy modern amenities like a 42-inch flat-screen TV and a luxurious en suite with a rainfall-style showerhead.

Convenient Location and Exceptional Service
Conveniently located near top attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium and the Chattanooga Convention Center, The Dwell Hotel offers exceptional service with amenities such as free WiFi, concierge assistance, and complimentary parking options.

Book your stay at The Dwell Hotel now to experience a blend of historic charm and modern luxury in the heart of Chattanooga!

Important information:

If the guest does not receive a booking confirmation directly from the property after booking, contact the property to request an emailed confirmation.

Guests must be at least 13 years old to stay at this hotel.

This property requires guests to call them directly regarding any cancelations.

Chattanooga's first boutique hotel nestled in the heart of downtown is filled with historic charm and vintage décor. Within walking distance of shopping, great food/bars, entertainment and the river is just few blocks away. The hotel hosts an amazing breakfast spot and Tiki bar downstairs.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CHA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 24 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 152 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.35
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 9.15
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Joanne couple us
7
Like the hotel but for the money would not stay there again
Pros:

Funky Bohemian decor with a gorgeous bar and a great location

Cons:

Rooms could use a good cleaning. Sheets had holes in them and did not fit the mattress. Towels were frayed and scratchy Mattress was old and sagging. The nights we stayed air conditioning was not working so it was quite hot and uncomfortable with no apology coming from the hotel

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Dipuma couple us
8
2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Fonda couple us
10
Beautiful oasis
Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was beautifully decorated. The bed was very comfortable. Centrally located in downtown Chattanooga.

Cons:

The breakfast didn’t have very many options and there were no plant based milk options.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Courtney couple us
9
2025-10-31 via Nuitee
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Angel partner
10
Pros:

This was a beautiful hotel everyone went above and beyond. Rooms are gorgeous and I loved the tub. Mark at front desk knows the history of hotel and is a pleasure to talk with and the bar was great .

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
S
Scott family
10
Pros:

Friendly service. Beautiful historic feeling rooms.

2025-07-26 via Nuitee
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Morgan partner
10
Pros:

Wonderful place to stay in Chattanooga. Next time we come, we’re definitely staying here again. The parking situation is a little confusing and it looks like valet is your only option, but it’s not terrible and the guys up front are super nice.

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
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Travis partner
10
Pros:

Fantastic staff super friendly. The room was awesome. The artistic style of the hotel was dope. My girlfriend absolutely loved it

2025-07-16 via Nuitee
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Katrina partner
10
Pros:

We absolutely loved the Dwell Hotel! It has so much character and our room was large with a huge bathtub, sitting area and balcony. The hotel has plenty of quaint sitting areas and 2 lounges and a fun bar. The bar was closed on Tuesday when we arrived, so the front desk staff provided free wine and beer which we enjoyed in the lounge while playing a game. There were lots of great restaurants and a whiskey tour walking distance away. We also enjoyed white water rafting and hikes to waterfalls with refreshing swimming holes. All in all 5 star experience with the hotel and the area.

2025-06-25 via Nuitee
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Matt young couple us
8
Very good
2025-06-13 via Nuitee
C
Christopher
10
Great room
Pros:

Clean, spacious and quiet room.

2025-05-20 via Nuitee
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Martin young couple gb
7
Good
Pros:

The downstairs decor was wonderful, the staff friendly and helpful

2025-05-12 via Nuitee
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Steffa young couple us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

This was the best stay ever! It felt like you were staying with your fancy relatives! It was all so cozy and comfy and marvelous!

2025-04-07 via Nuitee
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Jean young couple us
8
Very cool space that could use a few adjustments to make it great.
Pros:

Loved the decor and also the spaciousness of my room. The bathroom was well outfitted and overall very comfortable.

Cons:

They really need to put carpet down on the hallways because the noise level from outside the room is very high unnecessarily. Those old wood floors are nice, but they magnify the sound of anyone walking or pulling suitcases. Obviously they know it’s a problem because they supply you with earplugs which I’ve never seen before at any other hotel. Also, the breakfast was underwhelming. More like a motel breakfast.

2025-03-12 via Nuitee
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Christopher partner
10
Pros:

This was a really cool hotel. We stayed here on Valentine’s Day because we went to a show in the Walker theater and it was close by. I love the retro design. We had the tiki suite and it had a sitting area with a fireplace and it was so nice to sit by the fire after we’d been out walking in the cold. If you’re looking for something with a cool vibe and a lot of character, give this place a look.

2025-02-17 via Nuitee
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Amanda young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-02-02 via Nuitee
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Keith
10
NYE stay
Pros:

Had a wonderful stay. Staff was very personable, friendly and helpful. The room was amazing! Bonus, they had a NYE party for guest which was fun.

2025-01-02 via Nuitee
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Michael young couple us
9
Cool hang in downtown Chattanooga!
Pros:

Very eclectic and fun vibe… staff was super friendly. Enjoy hanging at the hotel bar- Matilda’s

Cons:

A little noisy- doors have big gaps above floor, etc.

2025-01-02 via Nuitee
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Donald young couple us
10
Exceptional
2024-12-30 via Nuitee
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Kristen young couple us
10
Excellent place to stay in you love retro boutique hotels with personalized service.
Pros:

It was super adorable, clean, comfortable, the staff was excellent and helpful, and everything was perfect. The decorations in every room being unique makes me want to stay and keep track of each time I stay and mark them off a list, trying to stay in them all! The mid century modern designs are to notch, who ever did the decorations were on point.

Cons:

That I had to leave at the end of my vacation. But I'll be back!

2024-12-25 via Nuitee