A rendering of The Edwin, the 90-room boutique hotel under construction on Walnut Street. Rendering by PV Design Inc. of Chattanooga.Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. announced today that its new 90-room boutique hotel in the Bluff View district will be named the Edwin Hotel in honor of Edwin Thacher who in 1891 led the development of the iconic Walnut Street bridge.
The hotel, which is scheduled to open in 2017 next to the Walnut Street Bridge, will feature a rooftop bar and a restaurant along with a wide range of luxury amenities.
Site of planned boutique hotel near Chattanooga's Bluff View Art District."More than ever, travelers are looking for unique, memorable experiences," Vision President and CEO Mitch Patel said in a statement today. "Everything about The Edwin, from its location and name, to its art and food, will celebrate Chattanooga. This hotel couldn't possibly exist anywhere except our great city."
The architect is PV Design, Inc. of Chattanooga, and the designer is The Gettys Group, Inc. based in Chicago. In August, the Strauss Company, a local builder, began construction on the project, which has a projected opening in the spring of 2017.
The Edwin will partner with area merchants and artists to introduce guests and locals alike to regionally sourced products, art, cuisine and outdoor activities such as rock climbing and paddle boarding.
"Sir Isaac Newton famously wrote, 'We build too many walls and not enough bridges,'" Patel said. "The Edwin will connect visitors to our beloved city and support the advancement of Chattanooga through community partnerships and cultural exchanges."
More information about the The Edwin Hotel is available on the web at TheEdwinHotel.com.