Monday, September 7, 2026

Question: The Southern Railway Terminal in Chattanooga was reopened in 1973 as what hotel?

Answer: Located on Market Street in downtown Chattanooga, the Chattanooga Choo Choo hotel is a beloved landmark with a rich history. Originally opened in 1909 as the grand Southern Railway Terminal, the Beaux-Arts-designed station once symbolized the city’s role as a gateway to the Deep South and a hub of economic growth. After the last passenger train departed in 1971, the terminal was transformed into a hotel and entertainment complex, reopening in 1973. The hotel derived its name from the song The Chattanooga Choo-Choo.