CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee—Hyatt announced the opening of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown. The property marks Hyatt’s debut in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The 123-room hotel, developed by 3H Group Inc., is operated by LBA Hospitality.
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is the second Caption by Hyatt hotel in the United States, joining the Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville. Situated in Chattanooga’s Southside neighborhood, the hotel offers access to the city’s arts scene, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the Tennessee River waterfront.
Statements From Leadership
“Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is a place where locals and travelers alike can create community and build connections,” said Jason Ballard, global brand leader for Hyatt’s Essentials Portfolio. “We’re happy to be planting Caption by Hyatt roots in another Tennessee city for World of Hyatt members and guests to visit while exploring the Volunteer State. This opening would not be possible without the dedication and commitment from the teams at 3H Group and LBA Hospitality, who are bringing this experiential brand to life in Chattanooga.”
Hiren Desai, president and chief executive officer of 3H Group Inc., said, “As a Chattanooga native, this project carries personal significance. Bringing the first Hyatt-branded property to this city represents an important milestone, and seeing Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown come to life in the Southside reflects years of deliberate work and partnership. Our decision to partner with Hyatt stems from their commitment to understanding the needs of both owners and guests. Caption by Hyatt is an innovative brand, and its flexible design and focus on guest experience make it a natural fit for a city as dynamic and creative as Chattanooga. This hotel raises the bar for hospitality in Chattanooga, and we are committed to serving both the community and our guests at the highest level.”
Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly said, “Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is a welcome addition to our city and a reflection of the momentum Chattanooga has built as a destination for visitors, businesses, and residents alike. This hotel brings new investment and a world-class hospitality brand to the Southside, a neighborhood that continues to define Chattanooga’s identity as a forward-thinking city. We are proud to welcome the Caption by Hyatt brand to Chattanooga, and we look forward to the positive impact this property will have on our community and our economy for years to come.”
Guestrooms and Amenities–
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown includes 123 guestrooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide each room with natural light and frame views of the city skyline, Lookout Mountain and the surrounding ridgelines. The guestrooms also include storage solutions and flexible lounge-style seating.
Rooms also provide 55-inch HDTVs with Chromecast and 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.
Dining, Rooftop and Social Spaces
Nomia Modern Kitchen and Stratus Rooftop Lounge are signature dining concepts developed by LBA Hospitality. Nomia Modern Kitchen, the ground-floor restaurant, draws on Tennessee ingredients and global influences.
Stratus Rooftop Lounge, a rooftop bar, offers craft cocktails, programming, a lounge pool for hotel guests, and views of Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River valley.
In the lobby of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is Talk Shop, the brand’s all-day food-and-beverage concept. The space adapts throughout the day, from morning coffee and casual bites to craft cocktails.
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown’s spaces highlight local makers and regional ingredients. Nods to the city’s music, art and rail history are included throughout the design, while locally driven events and creative partnerships keep the property rooted in the community around it.
“Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is exactly the kind of project we love bringing to life,” said Farrah Adams, chief operating officer of LBA Hospitality. “From the culinary creativity of Nomia, to the skyline views at Stratus, to the energy of Talk Shop, the goal is to create experiences that reflect Chattanooga’s character while delivering the level of hospitality guests expect from the Hyatt brand.”
“The food and beverage experience at Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is unlike anything else in this city,” said Chris Moore, corporate director of food & beverage, lifestyle and full-service brands for LBA Hospitality. “At Nomia Modern Kitchen, we’re serving Asian-inspired cuisine with a Tennessee soul—inventive dishes and signature cocktails that reflect the same spirit of discovery and connection that defines this city. Stratus Rooftop Lounge brings craft cocktail culture to the Chattanooga skyline, where stunning views meet the kind of warm, genuine hospitality you only find in the South. Together, these two concepts are destinations in their own right, and we can’t wait for Chattanooga to make them their own.”
Meetings and Events
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown offers versatile meeting and event spaces. 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.
The hotel also plans to host a ticketed dining series in the event space, with a rotating menu that celebrates regional flavors. 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 facilitates convenient arrival for guests and visitors alike. 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.
