Take a closer look at Downtown Atlanta's "Big 6" hotels. (📷 Gene Phillips, AtlantaPhotos.com)
By Kerrie Yancey
Published November 10, 2019
Last Updated June 12, 2024
Six of Downtown Atlanta’s major convention hotels make up more than 60% of the hotel rooms within the convention and entertainment district.
Even better, they’re all around 15 minutes from the airport and a short walk from Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (host of Super Bowl LIII), Centennial Olympic Park and several of the city’s renowned attractions. Attendees can easily check out Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca‑Cola, Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, National Center for Civil and Human Rights and State Farm Arena to name a few.
Both planners and attendees love the ease of accessibility from these hotels to the convention campus, dining spots and things to do in and around the city. Take a closer look at these six superb properties.
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
The Specs
- 1,663 rooms
- 79 event rooms
- 169,435 sq. ft. of total event space
- 54 breakout rooms
On-Site Dining
Known as the heartbeat of the hotel, Pulse offers a variety of concoctions crafted by expert mixologists, served around an architecturally-stunning 50-foot sail that changes color throughout the day and night. For steak, seafood and sophistication, Sear is the hotel’s fire-inspired American restaurant with upscale surf ‘n’ turf and desserts. High Velocity is one of the largest sports bars in downtown Atlanta, where attendees can enjoy casual fare from Baja shrimp tacos to wings, burgers and ribs.
Did You Know?
- The hotel completed its $78 million renovations to the guest rooms and meeting and public space in late 2016.
- With 52 stories and 1,663 rooms, your attendees will be staying in Atlanta’s largest hotel, with the biggest atrium in the world.
- The hotel has served as a unique filming location for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.
- The neighboring Grant Park is home to Oakland Cemetery, where Gone With the Wind author Margaret Mitchell and golfer Bobby Jones are buried.
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Hilton Atlanta
The Specs
- 1,249 rooms
- 129,000 sq. ft. of flexible function space
- Two ballrooms
- 23 breakout rooms on a single floor
On-Site Dining
Take in panoramic, cityscape views over modern American cuisine at , Atlanta’s AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant. Discover exotic flavors and tropical co*cktails featuring the revered Mai Tai at Trader Vic’s Mai Tai Bar or comfort food with a modern twist at Southern Elements. For attendees’ late-night cravings and their obligatory morning Starbucks, Marketplace is open 24 hours.
Did You Know?
- The hotel underwent a million-dollar redesign featuring upgraded guest rooms, meeting spaces and public areas.
- The upper-floor rooms provide some of Atlanta’s most spectacular skyline views.
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Hyatt Regency Atlanta
The Specs
- 1,260 rooms
- 180,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space
- Georgia’s largest hotel ballroom, the 30,000-sq. ft. Centennial Ballroom
On-Site Dining
Polaris, Atlanta’s iconic rotating lounge renovated in 2014, sits atop the 22-story hotel. Attendees can enjoy handcrafted co*cktails, artful cuisine and spectacular panoramic views of the city. If someone’s looking for one of the nine places that define Atlanta fried chicken (Who wouldn’t be?), then Sway is the place. Along with their famous fried dish, they serve a seasonally changing menu of Southern delicacies to devour. For Georgia beers and ales and gastropub fare, check out Twenty-Two Storys.
Did You Know?
- Hyatt Regency Atlanta features a rooftop bee garden that produces honey for the hotel’s restaurants.
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Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center
The Specs
- 1,059 guest rooms
- 45 meeting rooms
- 15,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space
- 120,000 sq. ft. of total meeting space
On-Site Dining
New South Kitchen (opening soon) will feature comfort food prepared from scratch, and will also feature interactive breakfast buffet stations. Also, attendees can grab coffee at Centennial Grounds or drinks on the outdoor terrace at Top Draft surrounded by views of Centennial Olympic Park and the Fountain of Rings.
Did You Know?
- The hotel is connected to State Farm Arena and Georgia World Congress Center, and is the closest hotel to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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Sheraton Atlanta
The Specs
- 765 rooms
- 95,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space
- Meeting space on three contiguous floors
On-Site Dining
is a regular on Atlanta’s top 10 lists, serving delicious Southern cuisine with a European twist. For a casual, buffet-style breakfast or lunch, attendees can stop by Collage or get some light bites for breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Deli.
Did You Know?
- $15 million in hotel renovations were completed in 2016.
- This also included a full renovation of the lobby level/front desk and F&B outlets, which created a new check-in experience and dining options.
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The Westin Peachtree Plaza Atlanta
The Specs
- 1,073 rooms
- 80,000 sq. ft. of unique meeting space
- 53 meeting rooms
On-Site Dining
features three levels of dining and entertainment space. On the 71st level is a revolving restaurant that serves seasonally fresh American cuisine from fresh brunch items to a seasonal pan-seared duck breast. A floor above is The View, which shows off spectacular views of the Atlanta skyline. Level 73 is the hotel’s rotating co*cktail lounge and bar where groups can unwind and enjoy the bar menu, specialty drinks, beers and wine.
Did You Know?
- In 2014, the hotel completed a $70 million dollar renovation of all 1,073 guestrooms and all meetings space.
- The hotel is connected to AmericasMart and Southern Exchange Ballrooms, offering an additional 315,000 sq. ft. of event space.
- The hotel is the fourth tallest hotel in the Western Hemisphere.
- Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View is Atlanta’s only tri-level dining complex.
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