Summary
Atlanta’s Hospitality Scene
Atlanta’s hospitality scene continues to grow, with a notable addition to the city’s Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. The Darwin Hotel debuted on Dec. 13, just a mile east of downtown.
Unique Amenities at The Darwin Hotel
The 111-room, pet-friendly property stands out with a unique range of amenities, including the city’s first hotel dog park and six themed suites that cater to movie, music, and book lovers. Moreover, what the hotel does best is immerse guests in local culture by offering a wide selection of classically Atlanta food, drink, artwork, clothing, and even décor.
“The Darwin Hotel brings the evolution of hospitality to Atlanta’s hotel scene,” Alfonce McKinney III, the hotel’s general manager, told iBestTravel. “We offer a personal, hyper-local Atlanta experience perfectly put together and packaged in the efficient box of a night’s stay.”
Themed Suites for Every Taste
Travelers seeking unique in-room experiences can choose one of the six themed suites. The Bar Room, for instance, offers budding mixologists a chance to practice their hobby at a custom bar that comes with a complimentary deconstructed cocktail upon arrival. The Y’allywood Room, referencing Atlanta’s popularity as a movie production hub, treats cinephiles to an extra-large TV, surround sound, a popcorn machine, and movie theater lighting for the ultimate movie-inspired stay. Other options include the Audiophile Room, featuring a record player and vinyl records; the Library Room, which includes a custom selection of books; the Bunk Bed Room, perfect for families; and the Glam Night Out suite, offering extra vanities for guests preparing for a night out.
Local Inspiration and Design
Welcoming guests is a chic lobby, adorned with wood paneling and soaring ceilings, anchored by a mural of the late civil rights activist and U.S. congressman John Lewis, who represented Atlanta’s fifth district for 17 terms. “The inspiration behind the design was all of Atlanta, particularly its East Side,” McKinney explained. “Old Fourth Ward’s belt of rusting warehouses and chic flats; and Little Five’s inked-up urban sojourners; and The Highlands’ postage stamp–perfect bungalows and boutiques; and Ponce’s neon scene and Edgewood’s train-yard grit; this ongoing evolution all came together as inspiration for the property.”
Culinary Experience and Nightly Rates
In the morning, guests can grab breakfast pastries, cold-pressed juices, and coffee—all made locally—at the hotel’s lounge, which transforms into a vibrant bar serving craft cocktails and tapas-style plates in the evenings. The property will debut a pop-up program next month highlighting dishes from various Atlanta chefs. Furthermore, a large courtyard with fire pits, hanging lights, and plush lounge furniture invites guests to stay throughout the day.
Nightly rates at The Darwin Hotel start at $169 for guest rooms and $269 for suites.
