The new hotel is located in Chattanooga’s vibrant Southside District, welcoming guests as the city’s newest destination for culture, connection and creativity
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is open, planting the brand’s flag in the heart of the Southside District at 105 W. Main St. and making history as the first Hyatt property to call Chattanooga, Tennessee, home. Operated by LBA Hospitality and developed by 3H Group Inc., the 123-room hotel brings together modern, design-forward accommodations, a dynamic food-and-beverage program and flexible social and event spaces, offering visitors and Chattanooga residents alike a spirited new gathering place in one of the South’s most celebrated cities, one built as much for the community as for the traveller passing through.
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is the second Caption by Hyatt hotel in the United States, joining the stylish Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville, two hours north in the heart of one of Music City’s most vibrant and walkable neighbourhoods offering guest floor-to-ceiling views of The Gulch. Plus, the growing global brand footprint that includes locations in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan, Central Sydney, Australia and Shanghai, China.
Situated in Chattanooga’s lively Southside neighbourhood, the hotel offers access to the city’s celebrated arts scene, acclaimed restaurants, outdoor adventures and the scenic Tennessee River waterfront. The surrounding community has been an enthusiastic champion of the project since its earliest days, and that spirit of local investment and pride is felt throughout the property. With its bold design and deep local spirit, the hotel is poised to become a gravity point for guests and Chattanoogans alike. LBA Hospitality will keep the brand at the center of all their work as the hotel management company is known for delivering distinctive guest experiences and locally connected food-and-beverage programs across the Southeast.
The opening is the latest chapter in Chattanooga’s well-documented rise as one of the South’s most compelling destination cities. The Southside, once an industrial corridor, has emerged as one of the region’s most dynamic urban neighbourhoods, and Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown adds a significant hospitality anchor to a district already home to some of the city’s most celebrated dining, arts and entertainment. The arrival of the brand reflects the neighbourhood’s momentum and the city’s growing profile on the national stage.
Guestrooms and Amenities
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown features 123 thoughtfully designed guestrooms that blend bold style with comfort and practicality. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood each room with natural light and frame sweeping views of the city skyline, Lookout Mountain and the surrounding ridgelines that define Chattanooga’s iconic landscape. Smart storage solutions and flexible lounge-style seating make every room as functional as it is stylish.
Rooms are appointed with plush bedding, 55-inch HDTVs with Chromecast and signature Apotheke bath amenities, the brand’s plant-based amenity program designed to minimize single-use packaging and plastic. Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is also dog-friendly, welcoming four-legged guests up to 75 pounds.
Dining, Rooftop and Social Spaces
The hotel’s two signature outlets round out an exceptional food-and-beverage experience. Nomia Modern Kitchen and Stratus Rooftop Lounge are signature dining concepts developed by LBA Hospitality, bringing distinctive dining and cocktail experiences to Chattanooga’s Southside.
Nomia Modern Kitchen, the ground-floor restaurant, draws on Tennessee ingredients and global influences to create a culinary experience that is local in spirit — a gathering place for guests and Chattanoogans who appreciate honest, inspired cooking.
Above it all, Stratus Rooftop Lounge crowns the hotel with a rooftop bar experience unlike any other in the city, offering craft cocktails, vibrant programming, a lounge pool for hotel guests, and unobstructed views of Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River valley that remind every guest exactly where they are.
In the lobby of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is Talk Shop, the brand’s signature all-day food-and-beverage concept. The space adapts throughout the day, from morning coffee and casual bites to craft cocktails and evening conversation, anchoring a sense of community that extends well beyond the hotel’s walls.
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is designed to feel like an authentic expression of the city it calls home. The hotel’s spaces highlight local makers, regional ingredients and the creative energy that defines Chattanooga’s Southside, a neighborhood that has evolved from an industrial corridor into one of the region’s most celebrated destinations for dining, arts and culture. Thoughtful nods to the city’s music, art and rail history are woven throughout the design, while locally driven events and creative partnerships keep the property rooted in the community around it. Residents are as welcome here as any out-of-town guest, whether that means a weeknight dinner at Nomia Modern Kitchen, an evening at Stratus Rooftop Lounge or a locally programmed event. The result is an experience that feels social, spirited and genuinely of Chattanooga, not just in it.
Meetings and Events
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown offers versatile meeting and event spaces that carry the same creative energy as the rest of the property. A first-floor private boardroom provides an intimate setting for executive meetings and small group gatherings, doubling as a private dining area and tasting table for curated culinary experiences. A top-floor event space accommodates about 75 guests, offering a distinctive backdrop for conferences, banquets and corporate events.
The hotel also plans to host a ticketed dining series in the event space, with a rotating menu that celebrates regional flavors and culinary creativity, a one-of-a-kind programming opportunity for Chattanooga. Catering experts are on hand for all events to keep guests engaged and well fed from start to finish.
Transportation
An on-site parking deck with valet service ensures convenient arrival for guests and visitors alike, a notable amenity in Chattanooga’s growing downtown. The closest airport is Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA), located about 15 minutes from the hotel by car. Guests can also easily access the Chattanooga Red Line free electric shuttle, rideshare services, and major highways, making travel in and around the city simple and convenient.