Mountain View Inn
A Chattanooga bed & breakfast with river views and Civil War history at the door
A bed & breakfast in Chattanooga
Mountain View Inn is a bed & breakfast in Chattanooga, Tennessee, spread across three historic houses: Maclellan, Martin, and Thompson. Rooms run from 33 to 107 square metres, several with river views, and the largest suites include private balconies and kitchenettes. Free parking is on-site. The property has a restaurant, a bar, a coffee house, and a terrace with garden and outdoor furniture. Temporary art galleries rotate through the common areas. Rated 4.2/5 across 45 guest reviews, it sits close to a cluster of Civil War monuments and viewpoints on Lookout Mountain.
Who this stay suits
A compact, character-filled bed & breakfast with genuine historic surroundings, river views in several rooms, and food and drink on-site — but sized for couples rather than groups.
Best for
- Couples after a river-view room
- History and Civil War battlefield visitors
- Travellers wanting breakfast and a bar without leaving the property
- Those who need free on-site parking
Less suited to
- Travellers needing more than two guests per room
- Those wanting a large hotel with extensive facilities
Three historic houses, one property
Maclellan, Martin, and Thompson houses each have their own character. Maclellan's King Room tops out at 60 square metres with a river view and sofa; Thompson's suites reach 84 square metres with balconies and kitchenettes. The spread gives guests a range of room sizes and outlooks.
River views across the room range
Several rooms in Maclellan House face the river directly, including both King configurations and the Queen Room with Spa Tub. The largest suite in Maclellan — 107 square metres with a balcony — also looks out over the water.
Terrace, garden, and outdoor space
The property has a terrace and a garden with outdoor furniture. These are the main spots to sit outside, positioned alongside the historic house settings rather than a pool or courtyard.
Art on rotation
Temporary art galleries cycle through the common areas, which means the interior looks different visit to visit. It's an unusual feature for a bed & breakfast of this size.
Rooms & suites
Queen Room - Maclellan House
42 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Queen Room with Spa Tub - Maclellan House
33 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- River view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Queen Room - Martin House
51 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Deluxe Queen Room - Martin House
51 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
King Room - Maclellan House
60 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- River view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
King Suite with Balcony - Thompson House
84 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- Private kitchenette
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- River view
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Queen Suite - Thompson House
84 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed / 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Private kitchenette
- Ensuite bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Dishwasher
King Suite with Balcony - Maclellan House
107 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Balcony
- River view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Standout features
Inside Mountain View Inn
Amenities at Mountain View Inn
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Free parking
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Temporary art galleries
On the map
Things to do nearby
- New York State Monument at Lookout Ridge historic site 1.01 km
- Grose's Brigade and Regimental monuments at Lookout Mountain historic site 1.01 km
- Ropers Rock viewpoint 1.03 km
- Umbrella Rock viewpoint 1.03 km
- Iowa Monument historic site 1.09 km
- Ohio Monument historic site 1.13 km
- New York Peace Monument historic site 1.17 km
- Camp Ross Historical Site & Plackard historic site 1.17 km
Where to eat
- Los 3 Amigos restaurant 2.21 km
- New China Buffet & Grill restaurant 2.23 km
- The Hummus Bowl restaurant 2.33 km
- Mr. T's Pizza and Ice Cream restaurant 2.35 km
- Naughty Cat Cafe cafe 2.37 km
With 45 reviews and a rating of 4.2/5, Mountain View Inn draws consistent guests though the review pool is still relatively small. No specific review themes are available to break down, but the property's location near Lookout Mountain and its river-view rooms are among the most-cited highlights in guest feedback.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Mountain View Inn?
The bed & breakfast is in Chattanooga, Tennessee, close to Lookout Mountain. Several Civil War monuments and viewpoints — including Ropers Rock and the New York Peace Monument — are within about 1.2 km of the property.
Is parking available?
Yes. Free parking is available on-site — no fee, no booking required in advance based on the information provided.
Is there a restaurant at the property?
Yes. Mountain View Inn has an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a coffee house. Breakfast options listed include continental, gluten-free, American, buffet, and breakfast to go.
Which rooms have river views?
River views are available in the Queen Room with Spa Tub (Maclellan), the King Room (Maclellan), the King Suite with Balcony (Thompson House), and the King Suite with Balcony (Maclellan House, the largest room at 107 m²).
What is the smallest room and the largest?
The smallest room is the Queen Room with Spa Tub in Maclellan House at 33 square metres. The largest is the King Suite with Balcony in Maclellan House at 107 square metres, with a balcony and sofa bed.
Do any rooms have a kitchenette?
Yes. Both Thompson House suites — the King Suite with Balcony and the Deluxe Queen Suite — include a private kitchenette and dishwasher. No other room types list a kitchenette.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from $210 per night for the Queen Room in Maclellan House. The most expensive options are the two King Suites with Balcony, each from $305 per night.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are listed as an available category. The larger suites with sofa beds — particularly the 84 m² Deluxe Queen Suite and 107 m² King Suite with Balcony — may suit families, though all rooms are listed as sleeping a maximum of two guests.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Specific check-in and check-out times are not included in the details available. Contact the property directly to confirm times, particularly if you need an early arrival or late departure.
Is WiFi free?
Free WiFi is included in all rooms except the King Suite with Balcony in Maclellan House, which does not list it among its facilities. Confirm with the property if WiFi is a priority for that room.
What is there to do near the property?
Lookout Mountain's Civil War sites are the main draw nearby. The New York State Monument, Grose's Brigade monuments, Iowa Monument, Ohio Monument, and New York Peace Monument are all within 1.2 km, as are the Ropers Rock and Umbrella Rock viewpoints.
How do I book?
Rooms can be booked through major travel platforms. The bed & breakfast also has concierge service on-site, which can assist with arrangements once you arrive in Chattanooga.