BEST WESTERN ROYAL INN, Chattanooga

Located off Interstate 24, this property offers easy access to Lookout Mountain attractions like Ruby Falls (less than 10 minutes' drive), Point Park (8 km), and Rock City. Downtown Chattanooga, the Tennessee Aquarium, and the IMAX Theater are about 15 minutes away by car. The immediate area is practical for road travelers, with Logan's Roadhouse behind the property, a Walmart supercenter less than 2 minutes away, and fast-food options including Wendy's, Jack's, and Cracker Barrel within a short walk. The location is a roughly 19 km detour from the I-75 corridor, making it a suitable stop for travelers along I-24.

Guest rooms are exterior-entry motel-style units on two floors. Each room provides a 41-inch flat-screen HDTV with cable and HBO, free Wi-Fi, a microwave, a small refrigerator, and tea and coffee making facilities. Amenities also include air conditioning, heating, soundproofed rooms, ironing facilities, and an AM/FM alarm clock. Bathrooms do not have private bathrooms in the sense of an en-suite separate room-this is a motel configuration. There are no rooms with a balcony or jacuzzi. Ground-floor smoking rooms are available. The double-room bed size is two full-size beds, and the king room offers a king bed; maximum occupancy is 4 guests. Some units have hard flooring, which can be slippery and less comfortable for some. For those sensitive to smoke, note that ventilation can allow smoke from other rooms to enter. Noise levels are generally low with no highway sound, and some rooms have been described as quiet and dark.

The hotel offers a free daily hot breakfast buffet featuring American-style items, including plain eggs. The breakfast area is small and can become crowded. The on-site snack bar and vending machines provide drinks and snacks throughout the day. There is no restaurant on the property, but several dining options are within walking distance, including Logan's Roadhouse directly behind the hotel, as well as Wendy's, Jack's, and Cracker Barrel within 0.5 km. Coffee is available at breakfast from 6:30.

Leisure facilities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool (open 9:00-21:00) and a free fitness centre. The pool area has outdoor furniture and is typically clean. No spa or wellness centre is present on the property. Free hiking opportunities are available off-site.