Hotel Clermont — a local-cool boutique with a rooftop bar Atlantans love
If you want the local-cool side of Atlanta, not a downtown chain hotel, the Hotel Clermont is the answer. A boutique in a renovated 1924 building with one of the city's most famous rooftop bars, near the BeltLine walking-and-cycling trail and the bar-and-restaurant scene of Virginia-Highland. It has a character you won't find at a typical hotel.
The hotel sits in Poncey-Highland next to Virginia-Highland, east of Midtown, near the BeltLine (Eastside Trail), the popular walking-and-cycling path that links several hip neighbourhoods. The highlight is the local atmosphere — the area is full of independent restaurants, cafes and bars within walking distance. The location suits travellers who want to experience Atlanta like a local rather than a tourist.
"Up on the Clermont rooftop at dusk, the Atlanta skyline in view, locals all around — this is the real Atlanta."
Rooms blend the 1924 building's vintage character with modern design — distinctive and photogenic, a good size with plush beds. Guests praise the personality and cleanliness — not generic chain rooms but ones with a story, fitting the hotel's local-cool theme.
The real draw is the rooftop bar — one of Atlanta's most famous and best-loved, with great skyline views and a crowd of locals. There's also a restaurant, cafe and a vintage barbershop in the building, giving it a lively, distinctive vibe. If you like a stay with character in a local neighbourhood, the Clermont stands out.
On value — rates start around $215/night, good for a distinctive boutique with a rooftop bar at this level. If you value atmosphere, the local feel and being near the BeltLine/Virginia-Highland, it's great value. If you must be near Downtown attractions or want big-hotel service, there are other options at this price in our list.
Things to know: the area is to the east, not next to Downtown attractions or directly on MARTA, so you'll rely on rideshare or walk/cycle the BeltLine. The famous rooftop bar gets busy and noisy on weekend nights, so request a room away from it if you want quiet, and as a boutique it has fewer amenities than a big hotel.
Bottom line: the Hotel Clermont is a local-cool boutique with character — a historic building, a famous rooftop bar, near the BeltLine. If you want to experience local Atlanta and value atmosphere, go for it. If you need to be near Downtown or want full amenities, our list has better fits.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Famous rooftop bar, great vibe
- ✓ Rooms with character, chic design
- ✓ Local hip area, near BeltLine
- ✓ Restaurant/cafe in the building
- ! Not on Downtown/MARTA
- ! Rooftop is loud on weekends
- ✓ Local spot, walk to cool eats
- ✓ Distinctive, photogenic atmosphere
- ✓ Near Virginia-Highland
- ✓ Good value for a boutique
- ! Rideshare-dependent
- ! Fewer amenities than a big hotel
- 💡If you must be near Downtown attractions — this is east of the core · Fix → pick the Hyatt/Glenn in Downtown, or budget for rideshare
- 💡If you're a light sleeper — the rooftop bar is loud · Fix → request a room away from the rooftop
- 💡If you visit during the 2026 World Cup — rates spike · Fix → book ahead, compare 3 sites
Heading to Atlanta for the World Cup?
Atlanta is a 2026 host city — see our full World Cup guide (matches, where to stay, tickets, visa) plus how to reach Mercedes-Benz Stadium on match day.