The 12 Best Hotels in Atlanta
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If you need convincing that the Big Peach loves luxury, just look at the best hotels in Atlanta. Brands such as St. Regis and Ritz-Carlton dot the landscape, joined by motivated independent boltholes like Stonehurst Place where original Warhols hang above 19th-century fireplaces. But luxury doesn’t have to be straight-laced: Even at the Four Seasons, the lounge spins vintage records and serves cocktails with names like Dynamite Stick. Then there's the Hotel Clermont, which is truly unlike anything else in the city. Read on for our picks for the best hotels in Atlanta, where luxury is always paired with Southern hospitality.
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Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This story has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
Rick Lew/Courtesy Loews AtlantahotelLoews Atlanta
$$Set on Atlanta’s Midtown Mile—one of the hottest stretches of town—Loews Atlanta is a short walk from Piedmont Park and the Beltline, the Fox Theatre, and the High Museum of Art. The lobby's soaring ceilings and granite-and-marble floors echo with the voices of museum- and theater-goers, families, and young, trendy types. The beds beg to be snoozed in, thanks to their 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton linens. The vibe is contemporary, with an upholstered headboard and some artwork. In the bathroom, there's a walk-in shower with a separate soaking tub and a flat-screen TV. Perks like an Exhale Spa and restaurants serving locally sourced cuisine—not to mention a recent $13 million renovation that of the lobby, bar, guest rooms, and corridors—round out a superb stay here.
Courtesy Christine Gatti/The Candler Hotel AtlantahotelThe Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Readers' Choice Awards 2023, 2024When Coca-Cola founder and former Atlanta Mayor Asa Griggs Candler built this property in the early twentieth century, it was the city’s tallest building. (The bank vault in the basement is rumored to be his hiding spot for the Coca-Cola formula.) Before opening as a hotel in 2019, the property served as office space, and turning it into lodging—all while preserving the original floor plan and thus its National Register designation—took nearly four years. Entering the lobby, the sweeping marble staircase with original reliefs immediately catches the eye (you just don’t see architectural details like that anymore), followed by the colorful Tiffany windows. This is a place where the treasures of the old have been painstakingly preserved, even as the new has been ushered in. It’s an easy stroll to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and the World of Coca-Cola. Easily the city’s most historic stay, this meticulously renovated property lets you sleep in a key location from Atlanta’s story.
Courtesy The Ritz-Carlton, AtlantahotelThe Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018Want to stay in downtown Atlanta? This may be one of the priciest options, but it's among the best. The Ritz is near it all: a short walk to the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, the College Football Hall of Fame, and the Center for Civil and Human Rights. The lobby sets a mod-glam mood, where contemporary art hangs above white leather chairs. Tuesdays through Saturdays, live music spills out of Lumen, the lobby bar, and there’s always a line for espresso at Jittery Joe’s, Atlanta’s only outpost of the beloved Georgia coffee company, located near the front desk. Deluxe Rooms are the standard room category, with a marble foyer that leads to one or two beds covered in 400-thread-count Fritte linens. The 30-page-long room-service menu has build-your-own salads (toppings include shaved fennel and local goat cheese), steak tartare, and vanilla bean crème brulee. Which means there’s absolutely no reason to go to bed hungry here. Beautifully designed, with top-notch service and terrific food and drinks, this hotel is worth the splurge.
Don Riddle/Courtesy The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake OconeehotelThe Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2024On the shores of Lake Oconee, some 80 miles east of Atlanta, the Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, offers an easy escape from city life. The main resort overlooks 30 miles of shoreline with a small beach, floating hammocks, and a dock with stand-up paddle boards and kayaks. Tall Georgia pines frame rolling lawns, and fire pits crackle at dusk. This is a place that makes you want to put your phone in the safe and unplug for a while. Accommodations vary widely, from 463-square-foot standard rooms to a 5,404-square-foot Lake House, including brand new Fireside Rooms with personal fire pits. Worth a trip in itself, the resort’s recently renovated sprawling spa overlooks the lake and offers everything from a simple men’s shave to a full-body scrub utilizing Georgia red clay. On sunny days, the pool deck is the place to be, and there are two to choose from. Golf, spa, swim, or simply lie in the sun; no matter how you fill your days, you’ll no doubt leave refreshed.
hotelThe St. Regis Atlanta
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018St. Regis Atlanta is one of those hotels that stays busy all day with guests—and locals—heading to and from the spa, restaurants, and bar. You can hang by the Pool Piazza and read a magazine, get a tension-reducing treatment at the Remède Spa, grab one of their "famous Bloody Marys" at the St. Regis Bar, arguably the most popular hotel bar in Atlanta, and even watch the hotel sommelier open a bottle of champagne by saber. (It’s a nightly tradition that traces its roots to Napoleon and was ritualized some years ago at the St. Regis New York.) We haven't even mentioned the hotel’s on-site restaurant, Atlas, with bold American cuisine served in a room with original works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Chagall, and Matisse (from owner Joe Lewis’s private collection). It was one of only a handful of restaurants to receive one Michelin star (which is why it books up quickly).
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Don Riddle/Courtesy Four Seasons AtlantahotelFour Seasons Hotel Atlanta
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2023, 2024Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta is in the heart of Midtown, just a half-mile from the Renzo Piano–designed High Museum of Art and steps from sprawling Piedmont Park. Entering the 53-floor neoclassical building is a joy unto itself, with its marble grand staircase leading up to rooms with memorable views of the city skyline. Despite its opulence, the hotel is far from hushed: Friday and Saturday nights, a DJ in the bar spins something funky, and on Sundays, live music from Park 75 restaurant can be heard throughout the main floor. Keep an eye out for celebrities—Atlanta’s first five-star hotel has seen the likes of Cameron Diaz, Jack Black, and other famous folks. You’ll also see plenty of well-heeled business travelers. On weekends, wedding-goers take over the lobby lounge into the wee hours. From its central location to its gorgeous décor and groovy cocktail lounge, this hotel does not disappoint.
Courtesy Waldorf Astoria Atlanta BuckheadhotelWaldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead
Readers' Choice Awards 2021Rising 42 stories over Buckhead, the Waldorf Astoria (until fairly recently a Mandarin Oriental) is a local landmark designed by famed architect Robert A.M. Stern. The stark limestone and cast-stone facade is softened by a formal English garden in the back courtyard. In the marble lobby, take note of contemporary art by Atlantan Claire Chambless. Capitalizing on Atlanta’s reputation as a “city in the forest,” the hotel recently rolled out a new spa concept aimed at giving guests a sense of calm. Treatments include Forest Therapy, which incorporates evergreen, cypress, and juniper essential oils in a full-body massage—including a scalp massage. The elegant, neutral-hued furnishings in the bedrooms are nice, but the real highlight are the deep soaking tubs in the white-marble bathrooms. Come for the service, stay for the spa, return for the private balconies.
Courtesy Hotel ClermonthotelHotel Clermont
$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2019, 2023, 2024Driving down Ponce de Leon Avenue, Hotel Clermont isn’t difficult to spot. The six-story, century-old brick building is topped with a sixty-five-foot radio tower bearing the Clermont name—an original relic that came down years ago but was proudly resurrected at the hotel’s splashy grand opening in 2018. At the check-in desk, you’ll be greeted with a free cold PBR, a tribute to the can-crushing dexterity of the notorious Blondie, who works the legendary lounge downstairs. Accommodations range from roomy suites to double-bunk rooms—nodding to the ones once favored by traveling bands staying at the Clermont Motor Lodge. Velvet headboards, lightbulb sconces, and record players add vintage appeal, and moody portraits by Atlanta College of Art graduate Sharon Shapiro were inspired by the Clermont Lounge dancers. The Hotel Clermont caters to a decidedly discriminating crowd, thanks to its top-notch service, upscale amenities, and celebrated restaurant.
hotelThe Hamilton Alpharetta, Curio Collection by Hilton
$$Alpharetta, about half-hour north of Atlanta, has become a cool suburb in recent years with a flourishing downtown packed with great restaurants, boutiques, green-spaces, and a Ameris Bank Amphitheatre which draws big names performers. Dark and moody is the vibe of the Hamilton’s guest rooms. Dark blue and grey accents create a cozy setting to unwind. Large windows (some rooms have floor-to-ceiling) give a glimpse of charming Alpharetta. You have everything you need right outside the hotel in picturesque Alpharetta which comprises a blend of historic buildings and new construction that fits in seamlessly. And you will truly have your pick of excellent dining options within walking distance. There’s also a high-energy green space where kids frolic and friends play corn hole, and a free splash pad’s nearby when the heat runs too high. It doesn’t get better than this in the suburbs.
Jason Thomas Crocker/Hotel Granada MidtownhotelHotel Granada Midtown
$Spanish architecture-meets-Southern charm in this Midtown hotel with a lush courtyard and cozy rooms. Hotel Granada is an adaptive reuse project set in a century-old building that once housed apartments. Located on the northern end of Midtown, the hotel attracts a fun-loving crowd that wants to sip spritzes under the crape myrtles at Pom Court, the courtyard restaurant, while modern steel structures tower above. This hotel’s perfect for those who want access to Midtown’s museums (the High and MODA) and other Midtown conveniences without the sterility of a box hotel. The hotel sits on a quieter stretch of Midtown with close proximity to the High Museum of Art and the Woodruff Arts Center, home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Low-rise residential buildings and bungalows mingle with high-rises here, making for plenty of architectural eye-candy to enjoy on a neighborhood stroll. It’s also not far from Colony Square which houses a food hall, Italian restaurant Serena Pastificio, and JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge.
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Kimpton Sylvan Hotel
$With a timeless Mid-Century Modern aesthetic throughout the hotel, you quickly forget that the most frenetic parts of Buckhead are just a few blocks away. Staying here is a convenient option if you have business to tend to in the area or plan to do some serious shopping at one of the nearby shopping destinations. It’s also just downright charming. The hotel holds 217-rooms but it feels more intimate with plenty of nooks to hide out in, whether that’s the lobby, the outdoor pool, or the rooftop bar (which becomes revelrous at night, especially on the weekends). You’re likely to find a diverse crowd, with ladies dressed in outfits fit for the ‘gram, couples canoodling in the booths of Betty (the supper club), and girlfriends chatting it up over drinks on the roof. You’re just a few blocks away from Buckhead Village, however, known for its designer shops and high-end dining options like Brush Sushi and Carmel.
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Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center
$$This recently opened Hilton brings a touch of glam to downtown Atlanta. It’s conveniently situated next to the Georgia World Congress Center (the site of many conventions) and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium which is ideal for sports fans and concert goers— you’re likely to see a mix of both if you stay here. It’s a large hotel with nearly 1000 rooms and tons of meeting spaces, so it caters to a lot of business people, but you’ll also see posh locals strolling in for dinner at the hotel’s restaurants, including Capolinea and Nest on Four (a sports bar). It’s hard to miss the beautiful art on display while walking around, but just in case, this is your heads up. There are more than 70 pieces of art on display throughout the property, ranging from larger-than-life sculptures hanging overhead to paintings gracing the walls—it’s kind of like an onsite museum experience. The hotel even has a floor-by-floor guide to make sure you don’t miss anything.
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