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Bluff View Inn

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Tennessee Aquarium

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Restaurant
Fountain
Double Room - Moses - 3rd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Room, Private Bathroom (Moses Wells) | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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411 East Second Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37403
  • Place, Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chattanooga Convention Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Anna Houston - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Anna Houston - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Anna Houston - 2nd Floor No Elevator

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed - Bryan - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed - Bryan - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed - Bryan - 2nd Floor No Elevator

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed - Carter - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed - Carter - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed - Carter - 2nd Floor No Elevator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Double Room - C.G. Martin - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Romantic Double Room - C.G. Martin - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Double Room - C.G. Martin - 2nd Floor No Elevator

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed - Chambliss 1st Floor

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed - Chambliss 1st Floor | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed - Chambliss 1st Floor

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Frierson - 2nd Floor No Elevator

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Frierson - 2nd Floor No Elevator

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Gentry - 3rd Floor No Elevator

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Gentry - 3rd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Gentry - 3rd Floor No Elevator

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Highlander - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Highlander - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Highlander - 2nd Floor No Elevator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed - T.C. Thompson Suite - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Suite, 1 King Bed - T.C. Thompson Suite - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed - T.C. Thompson Suite - 2nd Floor No Elevator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Maclellan - 1st Floor

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Maclellan - 1st Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed - Morgan Llewellyn Suite - 3rd Floor No Elevator

Suite, 1 King Bed - Morgan Llewellyn Suite - 3rd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed - Morgan Llewellyn Suite - 3rd Floor No Elevator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room - Moses - 3rd Floor No Elevator

Double Room - Moses - 3rd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room - Moses - 3rd Floor No Elevator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed - Newell - 1st Floor

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed - Newell - 1st Floor | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed - Newell - 1st Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Hunter - 1st Floor

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Hunter - 1st Floor | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Hunter - 1st Floor

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Portera/Randall - 2nd Floor No Elevator

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Portera/Randall - 2nd Floor No Elevator | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Portera/Randall - 2nd Floor No Elevator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed - Mabelle Thompson - 2nd Floor No Elevator

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 Queen Bed - Mabelle Thompson - 2nd Floor No Elevator

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chattanooga

Downtown Chattanooga stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Chattanooga B&B, you'll find Tennessee Aquarium and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Hunter Museum of American Art and Chattanooga Visitors Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tennessee Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Chattanooga Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ben & Jerry's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Riverport Grille - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hair of the Dog Pub - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bluff View Inn

3-star B&B near Tennessee Aquarium
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Bluff View Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Chattanooga bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Bluff View Inn offers 17 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bluff View Inn Chattanooga
Bluff View Chattanooga
Bluff View Inn Chattanooga
Bluff View Hotel Chattanooga
Bluff View Inn Bed & breakfast
Bluff View Inn Bed & breakfast Chattanooga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bluff View Inn to the airport?

Bluff View Inn is 8.2 mi (14-min drive) away from the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bluff View Inn?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bluff View Inn on Nov 9, 2025 start from $210.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bluff View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bluff View Inn.

Does Bluff View Inn offer free breakfast?

Bluff View Inn offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bluff View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Bluff View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bluff View Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Bluff View Inn have a pool?

Bluff View Inn does not have a pool.

Does Bluff View Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Bluff View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Bluff View Inn to downtown Chattanooga?

Bluff View Inn is 0.7 mi away from Chattanooga.

Reviews

Bluff View Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 525 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 525 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 525 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 525 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 525 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, loved the historical setting and the location in the Arts District. Great experience at a B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Ringgold

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, great staff, fun area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very well decorated room. Great view of the Tennessee river from room. The bathtub/ shower and bed mattress needs to be updated or replace.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really neat place to stay. Very friendly service and super comfortable room in a historic home overlooking thre Tennessee river.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation in the historic arts district. Perched above the river, steps from the art museum and the pedestrian bridge across the river.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David, Fort Myers

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
did not like the breakfast was served by a restaurant and not at the house. Not a homecooked meal and not even offered juice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, Telford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quaint well managed property. A welcome change from corporate chain hotels with featureless rooms. A pleasant area of Chattanooga to stay in, enjoyed Tony’s for dinner one evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, unfortunately areas were closed off and couldn't be enjoyed. Room was layed out poorly, couldn't view the TV easily from any angle. Great views, lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was impeccable. Felt like I was staying at a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thompson house. Bluff Inn

Wonderful place. Lots of room. Easy to park. Cool enough to use the fireplaces. Easy walk to many places. Only downside was being here in the fall, they were blowing leaves before 7:00 a.m. Innkeeper was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Chattanooga.

Great location, coffee shop close by. Great views from the bluffs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The innkeeper was amazing. She was friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. We loved everything about the house and art district.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely stay. Excellent view!! Very comfortable!! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bluff View Inn

Excellent accommodations. Friendly staff. Close to Chattanooga event locations. Breakfast was outstanding. Looking forward to our next visit and stay at the Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023