The Philips Arena is a large indoor stadium in downtown Atlanta, Georgia with a capacity of 21,000 people. The arena is home to NBA's Atlanta Hawks and NHL's Atlanta Thrashers. Philips Arena also doubles as a music and theatrical venue, hosting world-famous singers, rock bands and ice-skating exhibitions. Many hotels are within walking distance of the arena.
The Omni Hotel in Atlanta is in CNN Center, adjacent to Philips Arena. This non-smoking luxury hotel features guest rooms and suites equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities, wireless Internet access, in-room safes and a hairdryers. Some suites offer a minibar, refrigerator and a living room. Hotel services include a concierge desk, a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, a gift shop and a beauty parlor. The on-site Prime Meridian Restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Pets may stay for a daily fee. As of October 2010, nearby restaurants and attractions include McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant; the Georgia Dome, home of the Atlanta Falcons; and Centennial Olympic Park.
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
100 CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-659-0000
omnihotels.com
Embassy Suites Atlanta is across the street from the northwestern portion of Centennial Olympic Park and within a short walk to Philips Arena, the Georgia Aquarium, The Children's Museum of Atlanta and the World of Coca-Cola. Each room and suite has wireless Internet access, a microwave, a refrigerator, tea and coffee-making facilities and cable TV. Hotel services include a fully equipped business center, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, a concierge desk and a complimentary continental breakfast. Ruth's Chris Steak House is the hotel's on-site restaurant specializing in steaks and regional cuisine. Embassy Suites does not allow pets.
Embassy Suites Atlanta Centennial Olympic Park
267 Marietta St.
Atlanta, GA 30313
404-223-2300
hilton.com
The Glenn Hotel offers luxury accommodations just a few minutes' walk east of Philips Arena and CNN Center. This boutique hotel features guest rooms and executive suites, each complete with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, wireless Internet access and luxury bath amenities. Many rooms have views of Centennial Park and downtown Atlanta. Hotel services include a business center, a breakfast service, a fitness center and meeting rooms. The on-site Glenn's Kitchen serves up gourmet American cuisine while the rooftop Sky Lounge bar serves drinks overlooking downtown Atlanta.
Glenn Hotel
110 Marietta St.
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-521-2250
glennhotel.com
