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Mayor's Mansion Inn and Restaurant

801 Vine St
Chattanooga, TN 37403-2318

(423)265-5000
 
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Circa 1889. This former mayor's mansion of Tudor and Romanesque design was presented with the 1997 award for Excellence in Preservation by the National Trust. The interior of this gracious home boasts 16-foot ceilings and floors patterned from three different woods. The large entrance hall features carved cornices, a coiffured ceiling and a fireplace. Every room offers something special, from Tiffany windows and beveled glass to the mansion's eight fireplaces and luxurious ballroom. The cornerstone of the Fortwood Historic District, Chattanooga's finest historic residential area, the mansion also has received the coveted City Beautiful Award.

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Rates

$160 to $295

Payment types accepted include Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express and Travelers Checks.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Receptions
  • Lectures
  • Private Parties
  • Corporate Meetings.

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Banquet Service
  • Catering Service
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Join Us On Friday
  • Saturday Evenings For Our Hors D'oeuvres Hour
  • Evening Dessert Hour.

Other Activities

  • Amusement Park
  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major, College
  • Water Sports

Innkeeper(s)

Melanie Walker, GM / Kelly Flemings, Assistant Innkeeper

Rooms

This property has 11 total guest accommodations with private bath, 4 with fireplaces, 5 suites and 4 conference rooms. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Double.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable TV
  • Reading Lamps
  • CD Player
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Desk
  • VCR
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • VCR
  • Gift Shop

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Flexible Check in/out Times

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Mayor's Mansion Inn and Restaurant

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Location: City/Urban.


Romantic Interest

Nestled in the Historic Fort Wood District, the Mayor's Mansion Inn is a quiet retreat where relaxation and personal time go hand in hand with great service and beautiful surroundings. Our staff will cater to your needs in setting up a wonderfully romantic experience. Whether it be champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, or a spa day for two, we will do everything in our power to insure that your stay is as unforgettable as your surroundings.

Historic Interest

In 1889, Edmund G. Watkins made his home on the site of a former Civil War redoubt known as Fort Wood. Watkins put his resources into rebuilding and revitalizing the economy through building projects and restoring commerce. Watkins was elected mayor of Chattanooga in recognition for the continuing rebirth of the city.

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Granted)
  • State Register (Granted)
  • Local Register (Granted)
  • National Historical Site (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • National Trust
  • State Historical Society
  • Local Historical Society
  • City Historical Society

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Minimum Stay Requirements:A 2-night minimum stay is required for weekends.
Cancellation:$25 cancellation fee 2 weeks prior to reservation. Within the 2 weeks, if unable to re-book room, guest is charged full amount.
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises.
Smoking:Outside Only.

Publicity and Reviews

Chattanooga News Free, Nashville Tennessean, Southern Accents, National Geographic, Preservation Magazine, Traveler, News Free Press, Blue Ridge Magazine, PBS, CBS, NBC.

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