The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta

Hotels
The Ritz-Carlton Company, L.L.C
8.5 (401 reviews)
181 Peachtree Street Northeast , Atlanta , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Limited food options for vegetarians
Understaffed service
Disorganized breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Rooms were super clean and comfy.
Service
7.75
Overall lack of energy and engagement from the staff.
Location
9.25
Hotel is great; just a walking distance from attractions.
Room Quality
8.75
Super clean and comfy rooms.
Amenities
8.75
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.25
Standard quality for this hotel tier, but some disappointing experiences.
Food and Beverage
7.25
Breakfast lacked variety and quality, limited options for vegetarians.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experience was great, but with some notable service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 15:55

Property Description

Luxurious Downtown Atlanta Hotel with Exceptional Amenities

Elegant Rooms with Modern Features: The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta boasts spacious rooms with feather beds, iPod docking stations, and complimentary WiFi. Guests can unwind in front of 55-inch high-definition flat-screen TVs and enjoy in-room dining services available 24/7.

Fine Dining and Entertainment Options: Indulge in delectable steaks and seafood at the AG restaurant or experience Southern-inspired cuisine. For a lively evening, head to Lumen – Lobby Bar for live entertainment from Tuesday to Saturday.

Convenient Location and Services: Located near MARTA mass transit and popular attractions like the State Farm Arena, this hotel offers services like dry cleaning and currency exchange. With proximity to Georgia Aquarium, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and other key landmarks, The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta ensures a memorable stay.

Book your stay at The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ATL

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 69 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 401 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 7.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 7.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Eddrionna extended_group us
9
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Makiya couple us
10
2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Roger M solo_traveller fr
8
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Roger M extended_group fr
8
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Eric family_with_children us
1
Pros:

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Cons:

The doorman and front desk were great. I paid for club level and had an issue every time I went to the club. They told me I could take one beer and one glass of wine back to my room, while I watched a woman walk out with two glasses. I was told to give my room number so he could keep track, even though the drinks are limitless. Why did you need my room number, and why was nobody else asked for theirs? After sitting for five minutes, a couple walked in, skipped me, and went directly to them

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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DennisPartyof5 Solo travel
2
The Worst Experience of My Life
Pros:

I arrived at the Ritz Carlton Atlanta Sunday February 15th, extremely excited to celebrate my birthday. I called prior to my stay to arrange to have a surprise waiting for me. Kory greeted me and poured me a glass of Champagne to kick of the celebration while I waited for me room. After my room was finally ready, I walked into the awful smell of mildew and went right back downstairs, and Kory immediately put me in another room, Thanks Kory :-)
I then went downstairs to mix and mingle I met the GM Mr. E Schinnerl and he stated that he would take care of me because I was celebrating my birthday.
There was a mixup of some sort and I had to call at least 8 times to the front desk about the amenity that I prearranged. Hotel Security came to my room and demanded that I give them truffles that I was never delivered to my room, then I was told a manager would come to my room but a front desk associate named Eroll came to my room, and apologized and offered me 10,000 points in which I never received.
I had to stay up over an hour and a half waiting for the prearranged amenity, and I had an early flight the next morning. The next morning one of the Front Desk Managers, Matthew Bass completed disrespected and embarrassed me stating bc I had a discounted rate it was a privilege to stay at this awful hotel, no empathy, no hospitality just downright rude and disrespectful. I was still a guest no matter what my rate was, now I will let everyone know never ever to stay at the Ritz Carlton in Atlanta It's The Absolute Worst Ritz Carlton!!!

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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Pynkice08 Couples Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
8
Valentine’s Weekend Stay at the Ritz
Pros:

My husband and I booked Valentine’s weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta, and I must say, it was an amazing experience filled with a touch of luxury and thoughtful service.

Upon arrival, the valet persons were very welcoming. However when entering the lobby area, it was very packed with people. In fact, there was a cheerleading competition happening, which meant we were unable to experience lounge due to it being at full capacity.

Additionally, Andre at the front desk assisted us, and Sebastian, the manager, accommodating us with our nightly upgrade for the following day. The selected upgraded room offered a spacious layout and a semi-partial city view. I say partial” because a nearby building slightly blocked the full skyline experience, although the hotel room itself was absolutely beautiful.

Moreover, the room was spotless, and the bathroom was extremely clean. Barbara from housekeeping was super kind and personable. She really made it worth while checking in on us as we entered our upgraded room, which added such a warm, personal touch.

Overall, this hotel stay provided a modernized, polished experience with a subtle touch of luxury. I would definitely return again for the ambiance.

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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J8504UXjohns Business Plymouth, Devon, England
8
Nice hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff are accommodating and food very good. Nice pubs around the hotel. Breakfast a little slow in coming

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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194kerryp Family
6
Not a Ritz
Pros:

Here for a Cheer competition. Rooms are small and just o.k. Staff was very friendly when we checked in. Our room was available even though we were several hours early. The biggest problem was the food service. They were criminally understaffed and kitchen could not keep up. We ate at the Atlanta Grill 3 times and each time it was a disorganized mess from the moment we requested a table until we got the bill. The downstairs lobby bar does not open until 2:30 pm, even on the weekend, so there is no casual option. 25 minute wait for a table. Told that the kitchen was on a 15 minute hold for orders. Could not even get a drink at the bar during the wait because for some reason the 15 minute hold applied to drinks other than water as well. Sat down and they gave us someone else’s bill instead of menus. Constant string of mistakes after that. Would only serve us brunch menu at 2:10 pm in the afternoon. This hotel is so far from a Ritz-Carlton it should not be allowed to advertise the name.

2026-02-15 via Tripadvisor
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Hutch_CH Family Huntsville, Alabama
8
Average Stay at best
Pros:

Short family stay here for a game. Usually we stay at another local Marriott Brand but decided to give this a try. Not much better than any others in the area as far as "luxury". Rooms are pretty average. The staff was very pleasant and helpful though.

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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husamettin family_with_children tr
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Tamara family_with_children us
10
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Shynisha solo_traveller us
9
2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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O3362EDjohnw Solo travel
2
Robbed by someone entering room
Pros:

Was robbed here by someone who entered my room. Apparently I was not the first. Marriott and hotel showed little concern and follow up. Seeking legal action and believe it to be a pattern with this hotel based on previous comments ans police reports suggesting possible staff involvement. Very upsetting. Don't stay here or at any Marriott property.

2026-01-18 via Tripadvisor
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ReSheetah extended_group us
10
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Maria couple us
10
2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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IamTraveler999 Business New York City, New York
2
No thanks ... won't be back ... pick another property
Pros:

Visited the property for a quick one night business trip with my daughter and definitely have no desire to come back. The hotel is just OK and not up to Ritz Carlton standards. Despite being a titanium member and the hotel being almost empty at holiday season the hotel did virtually nothing to recognize status. I was told that my room was an upgrade, however it looked to be the exact room category booked and was just off the elevator in a noisy, high traffic area. No welcome gift or amenity was provided which was a first for me at a luxury Marriott property; Not even a welcome cookie and the request for access to the club lounge was met with a hard no but for the price of $150 per person they would grant access. This was quite the contrast from the service that I received at the San Francisco property only a few months earlier.

The room itself was dated and was in need of a refresh. The furnishings looked modern for the early 2000 and the bathroom was nothing special and certainly not at the level of a Ritz. Little touches such as exposed screws in the shower and a hole in the bathroom door where a lock should be (so big that someone could easily look through) are examples demonstrating that this property is not up to standards. The bed was OK, but nothing special. Bathroom towels were lackluster and probably the same quality as my recent Westin stay. There was nothing plush about the Ritz bath amenities and the "bulk" refillable bath products were also less than luxurious.

Food on property is limited, expensive and less than mediocre. We ate at the hotel for all of our meals and did not find one that was at the level of a Ritz. Room service was sub par from the ordering experience in which the staff taking orders did not seem to be aware of the menu items to delivering incorrect and inedible meals. My daughter and I both ate just enough of our dinner meals to get through the night and go to bed. Unfortunately the following morning was met with an equally poor quality breakfast service in which my "iced coffee" came to me in a hot carafe and was nothing more than a pot of hot coffee in which they dumped ice in it ... and by the time it arrived at the room ... was nothing more than watered down luke warm coffee. Perhaps the situation would not have been as frustrating had there not been a long discussion on the phone with the room service agent asking if they could make an iced coffee and it was assured that the hotel could. Clearly they could not, nor did they care to provide appropriate service.

The hotel does offer small candy / snacks mid day with the smallest "condiment" size containers which fit about 4 candies. That said ... this was probably a good thing as the candies put out were not suitable for consumption. I'm not quite sure if they were poor quality or just expired, but either way they were not edible. You know when a pre-teen girl won't eat the candy ... it has to be really bad.

Overall service at the hotel was poor. I received better service from lesser tier Marriott hotels, including a Residence Inn in the middle of nowhere. Front desk staff appeared to be new and not capable of engaging with customers beyond the standard "script" and the service in the hotel restaurant was non existent... to the point where I had to get up from my table and go to the main hostess stand to get my final bill settled. Even at drop off / hotel entry, there was no bell service engaging to assist and open the doors, despite staff being stationed in the bell station.

At check out time, I requested a final folio and was told via the text chat that I would only be given that information following check out, which makes absolutely no sense ... when I asked how was I know know if the folio is correct, I got a passive aggressive "trust us" response. Upon pushing for the folio, one was delivered and guess what ... it was wrong and did not include the hotel credits which were supposed to be applied to my account. I had to push for another folio yet again. After several requests and corrections, they finally got it right.

It should also be noted that the hotel has nothing around it. The location is less than ideal if you are looking to be centrally located in the city. The hotel also has limited amenities. There is a small gym which was OK and not bad for a city gym. There is no pool and we were told that use of the W Atlanta would be possible prior to booking, however the hotel staff didn't seem to know anything about this.

Fast forward to this years festive holiday celebration with family ... I mentioned I was in the Ritz Carlton in Atlanta ... to which a family member immediately jumped in to say ... "Ugh ... that is by far the worst Ritz I have ever stayed in" ... Well ... after a night at this hotel ... I do agree with him and wished that I had picked another property for this quick trip. The only positive is that my trip originally planned for 2 nights was reduced to only 1 so I didn't get stuck at this hotel longer than necessary.

Only in an instance where you are looking for a basic place to rest your head, no frills, no service and in need of a Marriott stay credit would I suggest someone stay at this property.

Do better Marriott ... This property is not up to Ritz standards.

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor
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Vanessa extended_group us
10
Hotel muy bueno y cómodo
Pros:

Hotel bien céntrico y cómodo .Las habitaciones muy buenas y espaciosas.

2026-01-03 via Nuitee
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428vincel Couples
2
Lousy Stay
Pros:

We arrived on the 27th around eight thirty and found one person at the front counter who booked her room through a third party and found out that she paid too much. She was trying to negotiate a new price the counter man. This went on for ten minutes until someone else came from the back room to help out at the counter. By then there was a lobby full of people and kids running around making all kind of noise. We finally checked in. Our luggage was still at the airport because it arrived way before us. We had to go back to the airport about two hours after we checked in and when we came back to the hotel there was no one to assist us with our luggage. So we loaded our five suitcases on the luggage hauler my wife held the door for me and we went into the lobby to find three employees standing at the counter talking. Not one of them asked to help us we told them we were leaving the suitcase hauler outside our room and they just looked and OK. In the morning we called down for someone to come get our luggage and no one showed up. So the suitcase hauler was still sitting outside our room so we used it to haul our stuff back down only to find again no one to help in the lobby. We loaded our luggage into our Uber and left. We would never stay there ever again.

2025-12-31 via Tripadvisor
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426dada Family Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
6
Not really that Ritzy
Pros:

We stayed at the Ritz-Carlton Atlanta as a family and booked two rooms. Unfortunately, the stay felt quite ordinary compared to other Ritz-Carlton properties we’ve experienced.
The rooms were fine but lacked the level of luxury and attention to detail we usually expect from this brand. Despite requesting rooms together, they were not located near each other. As Titanium Elite members, we were also disappointed that no upgrades were available.
A very minor detail, but worth mentioning: complimentary coffee was available in the morning, but no tea. Small touches like this typically help elevate the Ritz experience, and they were missing here.
The location is definitely a strong point — very convenient and central.
Overall, this stay was underwhelming compared to other Ritz-Carlton hotels we’ve stayed at. 3 out of 5 stars.

2025-12-20 via Tripadvisor