Poncey-Highland Atlanta, Georgia
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Social Design HeritageOutside the door
The house
OliverPlayful funhouse roost
The historic motor hotel is reborn as an upbeat hangout, layering 1970s swagger over its storied basement dive roots.
“The coolest and most amusing place to stay in Atlanta. Their French-American Brasserie, Tiny Lou’s, is always buzzing, as are their lobby and rooftop bars.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Rooftop tacos beneath the glowing radio tower meet legendary late-night basement disco.
Notable
Rattan furniture and sultry 1970s styling bring playful retro glamour to the interiors.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
The renovation was a thorough one, turning a residential hotel into a sparkling clean modern lodging — albeit one that retains more than a little bit of Twenties character.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Ponce City Market's food hall sits a short walk away, opening right onto the Atlanta BeltLine's Eastside Trail.
The rooms
Sharon Shapiro portraits hang over velvet headboards, and spacious showers balance compact, retro bedrooms.
The gym
- Gym
- 24/7 fitness room on the basement level equipped with a Peloton bike, cardio equipment, and free weights.
Dogs stay too.
Bar Caravan
Tucked beside the lobby, the cocktail lounge serves craft drinks among blue velvet stools and striped alcoves.
Inside the groovy, '70s-inspired lobby with low-slung velvet couches and leafy house plants, keep an eye out for quotes from Atlanta’s rap duo Outkast etched into nooks and crannies.
At the table
French onion dip and steak frites headline at Tiny Lou's, and the rooftop bar mixes frozen drinks under string lights.
How it began
The building opened in 1924 as residential apartments before its long chapter as a motor hotel and 2018 revival.
“New York-based studio Reunion Goods & Services spearheaded the design, imbuing the space with modern-day details while reviving its retro vibes with bespoke murals…”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.