What to expect: This renovated Chattanooga landmark—listed as a National Trust Historic Hotel of America—is known for its Georgian architectural style and Southern elegance. The quarter-sawed English walnut paneling, old-fashioned drop mailboxes and elevator dials, and terrazzo-poured marble floors give the lobby the feel of a museum or library. The clientele is primarily corporate during the week and upscale social on weekends.

Amenity highlights: Porter’s Steakhouse provides classic steakhouse fare including its specialty pepperloin steak. A 24-hour business center is complimentary, as is hotel-wide wireless Internet access. A complimentary shuttle provides transportation within three miles of the hotel from early morning to early evening. Other amenities at this Sheraton include a fitness room, an indoor zero-entry pool, and a Starbucks coffeehouse.

Insider tip: For a panoramic view of Chattanooga’s surrounding mountains and valleys, take a ride on the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Trolley-style railcars climb a track with a 72.7-percent grade near the top. This is reputedly the world’s steepest passenger railway. Gift shops are located both at the top and the bottom of Lookout Mountain. Schedules vary by season.