Kimpton Shane Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia
Midtown Atlanta
Vibe
A grand staircase, playful shapes and natural materials give the public spaces a sense of theatre without losing their approachable feel.
“Sculptural art parlour”
A sculpture-inspired curved facade frames interiors displaying artwork from more than 30 international artists.
Aveline pairs botanical cocktails with a mezzanine lounge and furnished terrace overlooking the promenade.
Hartley's Farm-to-Table Feast highlights Georgia-made ingredients, alongside a menu drawing on Southern comfort cooking.
In Midtown Union near the High Museum, with Arts Center MARTA connecting the wider city.
“it’s remarkable, even in this context, for its particular stylishness and for its connections to the local art, music, and restaurant scenes.”
Rooms
Slate-blue headboards punctuate gray interiors, with mid-century-inspired décor drawing the eye indoors and Atlanta views pulling it outside.
Wellness
The gym combines Peloton bikes and ellipticals with weight machines, while open floor space leaves room for yoga and stretching.
Eat & drink
Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails serves coffee, pastries and contemporary American cooking, while Aveline pairs cocktails with shareable small plates.
The neighborhood
You can walk to Center Stage Theater and the Alliance Theatre, putting concerts and stage productions within easy reach.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.