The 5 Best Atlanta Hotels in Buckhead
Known as the “Beverly Hills of the East,” the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta is known for its refined and elegant architecture, tree-lined streets and luxury shopping and dining. The most influential fashion houses in the world have stores here, most likely in Lenox Square, Phipps Plaza and The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, a walkable district of high-end retail. As you might imagine, some of the most posh hotels in Atlanta are located in Buckhead as well. Here are five to note.
Grand Hyatt Atlanta Buckhead
Why it made the list
The Grand Hyatt Atlanta Buckhead is the most approachable on this list of Buckhead hotels because it's elegant but not stuffy, and is both family and pet friendly. Guest rooms are large, and the outdoor pool deck, waterfall and Japanese Zen Garden are welcome respites in the sometimes congested Buckhead neighborhood. The location in the heart of Buckhead close to shopping and restaurants, while access to the center of Atlanta is easy to reach via the Buckhead MARTA station, a five minute walk from the hotel.
The St. Regis Atlanta
Why it made the list
Chances are, when you think about a stay in the Buckhead neighborhood, you think about staying at the St. Regis Atlanta. By far Atlanta's most regal hotel, the St. Regis is adorned with impressive amenities, like the 40,000-square-foot European-style Pool Piazza that's unlike anything else in the greater Atlanta area, Remede Spa, high tea in Astor Court and the signature butler service for nearly anything you may desire. If your goal is to stay at the unofficial flagship hotel of Buckhead, this is it.
The Whitley Atlanta Buckhead
Why it made the list
While Buckhead has no shortage of luxury hotels, the Whitley stands out because it's the closest luxury property to both Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square, so shoppers take note. Other highlights include gorgeous wood-paneled lobby lounge, spacious and inviting guest rooms, full-service spa and heated indoor pool area. Nearly any amenity you could want is here and nightly rates are not as expensive as other high-end properties in the area.
Mandarin Oriental
Why it made the list
The five-star Mandarin Oriental Atlanta is so luxurious that it could have had no other possible location but Buckhead. The property is stately and chic, with a touch of southern charm, and has a boutique hotel feel thanks to only 117 rooms, including ten suites. On property is a 15,000-square-foot spa, 60-foot indoor saline lap pool, and full-service restaurant for Asian-inspired regional dishes, and just off property, major attractions in Buckhead are less than a 10-minute walk.
InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta
Why it made the list
With 401 rooms, the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta is on the larger size for a luxury property, but everything you'd expect during a prestigious Buckhead escape is available to you. The service is excellent, rooms feature designer dark wood furniture and 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton linens, there's a heated saltwater outdoor pool, full-service Jurlique Spa Atlanta, and the swanky Southern Art restaurant and Bourbon Bar are popular among hotel guests and Buckhead locals. Best of all is the location in the heart of Buckhead, within walking distance to trendy shops and restaurants.
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