St. Elmo Travel Guide
Chattanooga
Popular places to visit
Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
Tennessee Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at Tennessee Aquarium during your trip to Chattanooga. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Chattanooga Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Chattanooga Convention Center during your trip to Chattanooga. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
You can find out about the history of Chattanooga with a stop at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Chattanooga Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Chattanooga Zoo during your travels in Chattanooga. Discover the area's mountain views and beautiful waterfalls.
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum during your trip to Chattanooga. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful waterfalls.
Top hotels in St. Elmo
The Read House Hotel
Such an amazing place! Thishotelnisfull of little books and crannies that are filled with history. The staff is awesome, the bar immaculate, the food is to die for.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo
Staff was the best I've ever had in my 45 years of traveling
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Clean room - bit of a smoke smell, but not bad. Gym was excellent. Thanks!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place
everything was clean, well attended to. we enjoyed the kickback service and nice breakfast! the coffee and tea bar was also a favorite. this hotel was perfect for our stay and we will stay at Drury hotels when possible again!!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Chattanooga - Downtown by IHG
Good coffee, good gym, nice room.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Chattanooga/Eastridge
The room was spotless and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel was clean and the breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Elmo
East Lake
While East Lake isn't home to many top sights, John Ross House and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jefferson Heights
While Jefferson Heights isn't home to many top sights, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District and Songbirds Guitar Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southside Historic District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Southside Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District or Finley Stadium.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.
Highland Park
While there might not be top attractions in Highland Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chattanooga Zoo and Chattanooga National Cemetery.
MLK University
MLK University is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like UTC Fine Arts Center and McKenzie Arena.
