Atlanta by Travel Ape ** Hotels - Sights - Museums - Tours - Events

 
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The ever-expanding hub of the southeastern United States, Atlanta has grown from an historic southern city into a huge modern metropolis comprised of prestigious boroughs, corporate and theater districts, modern attractions and more. Few American cities can match the unique blend of past and present that is Atlanta. Nowhere else is this more evident than in the city's diverse array of lodging facilities. From old southern inns to modern resort-style hotels, this city can accommodate any budget or taste. 

SIGHTSEEING 
The majority of Atlanta's attractions are located within the midtown/downtown area, delineated by I-285, which rings the city. A stay in this area will place you within close proximity to major attractions such as Underground Atlanta, World of Coca-Cola, Turner Field, Georgia Dome, Centennial Olympic Park and more, as well as some of Atlanta's finest shopping, dining and entertainment Hyatt Regency Atlantaestablishments. Luxury hotels such as the Atlanta Hilton Hotel and the Hyatt Regency Atlanta offer the ultimate in elegant accommodations, matched with the convenience of a central downtown location. For a little more diversity, a stay at the Swissotel Atlanta Buckhead or Summerfield Suites Buckhead, offers luxurious accommodations in the heart of Atlanta's prestigious Buckhead neighborhood, home to renowned shopping, dining and cultural venues, with easy access to the downtown/midtown areas. 

Georgian TerraceFor budget-conscious travelers, the Best Western Granada Suites is a comfortable, moderately priced hotel located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, conveniently adjacent to a Marta Transportation Stop. The Georgian Terrace Hotel is another relatively inexpensive hotel that places guests in the heart of Atlanta's most prominent attractions. For the ultimate in lodging value, the Quality Hotel Downtown is a comfortable tourist-class property within walking distance to major downtown attractions such as Underground Atlanta, World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Dome, and many more. 

BUSINESS 
Most of Atlanta's conventions, exhibitions and big business take place at the Georgia World Congress Center, located in the heart of the Financial District downtown. The massive Center is also located adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Dome and the CNN Center, in addition to world-class dining, Westin Peachtree Plazashopping and entertainment. Discriminating business travelers should have no problem finding first-class accommodations in this prestigious part of town. For example, the Westin Peachtree Plaza is a luxury hotel located just five blocks from the GWCC, offering spacious, finely appointed guestrooms to go along with its convenient location. The 73-story tower is the tallest hotel in the Western Hemisphere and houses the famous Sun-Dial restaurant on the top floor which makes one complete revolution every hour. The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel is also an upscale hotel just eight blocks from the GWCC. Economy hotels in the Business District are also available. For example, the Super 8 Hotel & Conference Center is just steps away from Atlanta's convention facilities, not to mention their guestrooms are spacious and well-appointed with state-of-the-art business-class accommodations. 

AIRPORT 
Hilton Atlanta AirportThe Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport is surrounded by a large variety of lodging options, ranging from upscale accommodations to economy hotels, all of which are suitable for both business and leisure travelers. The Hilton Atlanta Airport is a posh hotel offering elegant accommodations in close proximity both to the airport and many downtown attractions. The Amerisuites Airport North is a moderately priced hotel located just one mile from the airport. The Red Roof Inn offers tourist-class accommodations also just one mile from the airport, and only 12 miles from downtown.

 






Atlanta by Travel Ape ** Hotels - Sights - Museums - Tours - Events