Atlanta has no shortage of places to stay. Big-name hotel chains line the blocks of Midtown and Downtown, beckoning travelers with familiar logos and points programs. But tucked behind Spanish-colonial archways on West Peachtree, you’ll find something different: Hotel Granada. One year after its debut, I stayed at this meticulously restored landmark that’s quietly become one of the city’s most extraordinary boutique escapes. Take a look.
A Historic Building with Fresh Energy
Hotel Granada isn’t entirely new. Originally built as the Granada Apartments more than a century ago, the building reopened as Hotel Granada in August 2024 after a top-to-bottom restoration led by Monomoy Property Ventures, Scarp Ridge Capital Partners, and Aparium Hotel Group.
The bones remain: stucco walls, red-tiled rooflines, and a fountain anchoring the expansive Crepe Myrtle-shaded courtyard. But step inside and you’ll quickly feel how old-world charm now mingles with modern design.
Architect Ken Gowland of MetroStudio honored the building’s Spanish Colonial architecture, while interior designer Cameron Carr infused the decor with a bohemian-meets-Southern spirit. Vibrant jewel tones of green and blue play against terracotta accents, bespoke wood furnishings, and curated art from Savannah College of Art and Design alumni. Even the hallway wallpaper nods to Atlanta icons — the Fox Theatre marquee, the Olympic torch, and Crepe Myrtle blossoms.
A Courtyard That Doubles as a Local Hangout
ATL has its fair share of packed bars and new restaurants, but Hotel Granada offers a different scene. The central courtyard, shaded and breezy, is an unassumingly perfect spot for an afternoon spritz or evening cocktail. Pom Court, the hotel’s all-day dining destination, spills out onto the patio with a menu of inventive Southern-Spanish small plates and a stellar beverage program.
Think melt-in-your-mouth blue cornbread and butter, fried green tomatoes, and a trio of empanadas alongside cocktails like the “Pom Pom” (a frozen concoction of tequila, watermelon, lemon, and fresh mint). Not drinking? The zero-proof lineup is just as creative, like an espresso julep shaken with pineapple-sorghum syrup and mint. Best of all, there’s no jostling through shoulder-to-shoulder crowds or fighting to hear your own conversation.
Guest Rooms Made for Rest
Chain hotels in Midtown can feel generic, but Granada’s 120 guest rooms are refreshingly distinct. No two layouts are exactly alike, thanks to the quirks of the century-old floor plan. The result is a stay that feels personal, not cookie-cutter.
Rooms strike the balance between historic character and modern comfort: plush bedding with velvet seating, cozy robes, and Grown Alchemist bath products. Guests like me consistently rave about the little things — quiet rooms (even in the middle of Midtown), icy-cold AC (a must in Atlanta summers), and the kind of comfy beds that make you linger longer in the morning.
More Than a Hotel Stay
Hotel Granada isn’t just a place to crash; it’s a place to plug into the neighborhood. The events calendar is intentionally community-minded, with workshops, clubs, meditations, live music, and lively weekend brunches.
Locals slip in for a pastry and coffee at Pom Court in the morning, while friend groups celebrate milestones with dinner or cocktails at the secret speakeasy, May Peel, tucked beneath the hotel.
Granada has also become a go-to for small weddings, rehearsal dinners, or private dinners. Its courtyard and intimate boardroom provide settings that feel more like private homes than hotel ballrooms. It’s already earned accolades (Jezebel named it “Best Rehearsal Dinner” spot), cementing its status as a boutique backdrop for celebratory moments.
Why Hotel Granada Jives
Instead of blending into Midtown’s glassy skyline, Granada embraces its historic quirks and creates an atmosphere that feels both European and distinctly Atlantan. Instead of generic bars where you fight the crowds, it offers cozy, design-forward spaces where there’s always room for you.
Whether you live in Atlanta or are just visiting, Hotel Granada is worth discovering. Go for cocktails in the courtyard, book a weekend staycation, or host your next intimate gathering here. A year in, this boutique gem has already become a Midtown mainstay — and it proves that in a city full of chain hotels, there’s still room for some soul.
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