Atlanta has played an important role in the history of the United States, from Civil War battles in the 1860s to civil rights protests in the 1960s to international host of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. Across this sprawling city are diverse neighborhoods where it's easy to find great places to stay. Pick a hotel in the heart of Atlanta for exciting sports and nightlife or in the outskirts, with access to Georgia's lovely countryside. Throughout the town, fascinating museums, stellar restaurants, excellent shopping opportunities and famed Southern hospitality create a welcome home for visitors.
Where to stay
in Atlanta
Best Areas to Stay for Museums
Downtown Atlanta is a great place to stay to appreciate the city's mark on history, where museums cover kids' interests, civil and human rights, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the origin of Coca Cola. Stay a bit north in Midtown for the acclaimed High Museum of Art, the Museum of Design Atlanta, a puppetry museum, the Bremen Museum with Jewish history and the Margaret Mitchell House, where the author wrote Gone with the Wind.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music, and popular shops.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Atlanta
Midtown
Midtown is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Atlanta Symphony Hall and High Museum of Art. See more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station.
Recommended hotels in Midtown
Great Neighborhoods for Shopping
Midtown has a great selection of hotels for easy access to shopping, museums and restaurants. Less than 10 miles north of Downtown Atlanta, Buckhead is one of the best neighborhoods to stay for shopping, with some of the biggest malls in the city close together, meaning minimal exposure to Atlanta traffic. Get a hotel a bit farther north in Sandy Springs, Dunwoody or Perimeter Center to be close to the very popular Perimeter Mall. Alternatively, stay in Decatur for a more small-town shopping experience, along with plenty of Southern charm and comfort food.
Midtown
Midtown is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Atlanta Symphony Hall and High Museum of Art. See more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station.
Recommended hotels in Midtown
Sandy Springs
Chattahoochee River and Morgan Falls Overlook Park are top sights in Sandy Springs, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more sights in the area.
Recommended hotels in Sandy Springs
Dunwoody
If you're looking for abundant dining options, a trip to Dunwoody might be just the ticket. Explore top sights in the area like Perimeter Mall and get around town on the metro at Dunwoody Station.
Recommended hotels in Dunwoody
Decatur
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Decatur. If sightseeing is on the list, Decatur Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Decatur Station or Avondale Station to see more of the area.
Recommended hotels in Decatur
Buckhead
You might make a stop by Lake Oconee while you're exploring Buckhead.
Recommended hotels in Buckhead
Where to Stay for Sports
Find accommodations anywhere in Downtown Atlanta to be within walking distance of the venues for Atlanta Falcons football and Atlanta Hawks basketball games. Cumberland is convenient for watching Atlanta Braves baseball and shopping at the Cobb Galleria. The popular Atlanta Marathon runs through many neighborhoods of the city, but hotels in Peachtree Center, Five Points or Downtown are closest to the start and finish.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music, and popular shops.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Atlanta
Cumberland
Cumberland is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Atlanta.
Recommended hotels in Cumberland
Five Points
Restaurants, live music, and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Five Points. Sights like Underground Atlanta and Olympia Building are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Atlanta area at Five Points Station.
Best Neighborhoods for Outdoor Activities
Stay in the heart of Downtown Atlanta and walk or cycle along the acclaimed Atlanta Beltline. Get away from the bustle of the city for a wide range of outdoor activities. The suburban neighborhoods of Emory and Decatur are good starting points for hiking at Stone Mountain. North of the city, Alpharetta's hotels offer easy access to numerous golf courses and parks to enjoy walking, biking, geocaching and equestrian fun. Nearby, Duluth, Norcross, Roswell, and Sandy Springs are ideal spots to stay for kayaking, tubing and rafting on the Chattahoochee River. For more outdoor fun, book a hotel in Austell and enjoy the water park and thrill rides of Six Flags Over Georgia.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music, and popular shops.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Atlanta
Decatur
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Decatur. If sightseeing is on the list, Decatur Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Decatur Station or Avondale Station to see more of the area.
Recommended hotels in Decatur
Alpharetta
Alpharetta is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wills Park and Avalon.
Recommended hotels in Alpharetta
Duluth
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Duluth. A stop by Duluth Historical Society or Mega Mart might round out your trip.
Recommended hotels in Duluth
Norcross
Norcross is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Global Mall and Lilian Webb Park while you're in town.
Recommended hotels in Norcross
Roswell
Roswell is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Andretti Indoor Karting and Games and Chattahoochee River while in the area.
Sandy Springs
Chattahoochee River and Morgan Falls Overlook Park are top sights in Sandy Springs, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more sights in the area.
Recommended hotels in Sandy Springs
Austell
Travelers to Austell praise its exciting theme parks. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Six Flags Over Georgia and Chattahoochee River.
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