The Whitley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Atlanta Buckhead

Atlanta, Georgia

Star rating

Standard Queen Queen Room
Standard Room
Trade Root
Trade Root
Deluxe King Room
Spa
One Bedroom Executive Suite
Lobby
Standard Queen Queen Room
Standard Room
Trade Root
Trade Root
Deluxe King Room
Spa
One Bedroom Executive Suite
Lobby

The hotel

Buckland is home to some of the best restaurants, shopping, art galleries and nightlife in Atlanta, an is one of the most affluent and trendy communities in the area. If this sound like you're kind of vibe, then the newly renovated, sophisticated Whitley hotel puts you in a great location to explore all of this. If you're staying on a Saturday, we highly recommend trying out 'Tipsy Tea' at the Trade Root restaurant within the hotel, where you can try gin infused teas alongside your classic finger sandwiches and teatime bakes. The restaurant and lounge is great at any time of day though, and you can even enjoy some live jazz music whilst sipping on a cocktail on select evenings. When you're not enjoying the food and drink on offer, book a treatment in the spa or relax in the sauna. And if you really want to make the most of the hotel's facilities, upgrade to a club room to enjoy the additional benefits of the lounge - hors d'oeuvres and wine in the evening?! That's a yes from us.  

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Located on Peachtree Road in the trendy Buckhead neighbourhood, within walking distance of the Lenox Square Mall, Phipps Plaza and the Buckhead MARTA Station, as well as a host of dining and nightlife.

Hotel information

507 rooms and suites, across 22 floors, all with air conditioning, WiFi access*, safe, 37” flat-screen HDTV, coffee/tea making facilities, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, and bathroom amenities. 

Standard Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Deluxe Guest Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Grand Deluxe Rooms have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people. 

One Bedroom Executive Suites feature a separate living room with pull out sofa bed, 1 and a half bathrooms, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Club Level Rooms and Suites include access to The Whitley Club, which includes complimentary buffet breakfast, light snacks throughout the day, hors d’oerves in the evening, and selection of wine and beer 5-9pm. 

Trade Root Restaurant & Lounge (southern-inspired cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner). The Lounge (adjacent to the trade root, serving drinks and quick bites, with live jazz on selected evenings). 

Indoor swimming pool. Fitness centre. The Whitley Spa*.

Complimentary WiFi access in public areas. 24-hour room service*. Concierge. Laundry service*. Self-parking $20 plus tax per day, Valet parking $45 plus tax per day (payable locally, fee subject to change).

*Denotes local charge

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1970)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pretty mid

Jun 4, 2025 Maksim F

Dirty towels on the floor no shower curtain…. it was horrible in our first room…….BUT but we got a suite so pretty good and we got complimentary breakfast so so probably a 3 1/2 four atmosphere was awesome Nice people at front desk overall recommended if you don’t get the room I got
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Biz trip, great staff, bad room.

May 29, 2025 Cory R Washington DC, District of Columbia

First off, the staff here is absolutely outstanding. Polite, helpful, courteous and so very welcoming. Truly all of them are amazing. Now the bad, the room walls are paper thin and you can hear everything from doors slamming shut and people going to the bathroom…it’s not a well insulated hotel or built well. Shower door won’t even close all… Read more
First off, the staff here is absolutely outstanding. Polite, helpful, courteous and so very welcoming. Truly all of them are amazing. Now the bad, the room walls are paper thin and you can hear everything from doors slamming shut and people going to the bathroom…it’s not a well insulated hotel or built well. Shower door won’t even close all the way as water trickles out the door onto the floor. AC units are absolutely disgusting. The vents have dust and mold in them I cut my off at night and rather sleep hot than breath the air. Quality of food…(bfast only) the bacon is advertised as Apple smoked but it’s cheap package for the money you pay and for a $50 bfast it wasn’t Luxury Collection level. Workout room, looked great from photos but it’s so outdated. The treadmills are from the 90s I think. The machines were meh. The equipment and cleanliness of the area wasn’t great. Again, the staff, outstanding…the property (more so the guest rooms) not so much for a Luxury Collection. Read less
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May 26, 2025 Josh M Charlotte, North Carolina

I was not impressed with The Whitley and doubt I'll return. While it used to be a Ritz (one of the first in their chain), it was rebranded a few years ago. On the plus side, I will say the lobby area is very nice and the location is central in Buckhead. Beyond that, I wasn't too impressed. The hotel rooms are dated and felt like an average… Read more
I was not impressed with The Whitley and doubt I'll return. While it used to be a Ritz (one of the first in their chain), it was rebranded a few years ago. On the plus side, I will say the lobby area is very nice and the location is central in Buckhead. Beyond that, I wasn't too impressed. The hotel rooms are dated and felt like an average Marriott (nothing special or luxury about them). For a slightly lower rate you could go one block away and stay at the JW Marriott which is a much nicer property. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolutely fantastic

May 16, 2025 Tony E

This hotel is fabulous and decadent and has a great staff. Very warm and welcoming. They provide us state-of-the-art accommodation and made us feel very welcome. Went above and beyond in terms of arranging us a bedroom and in terms of arranging the meetings that were occurring. This hotel is a gold standard
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May 12, 2025 Finish S

My family and friends had the most amazing time at the Mother’s Day Brunch at The Whitley. I have come every year for 3 years and they always out do themselves. The food, the atmosphere, the service and the only place in Atlanta on Mother’s Day that is not over crowded. I met Shonta who greeted my family and made us feel extra special. I… Read more
My family and friends had the most amazing time at the Mother’s Day Brunch at The Whitley. I have come every year for 3 years and they always out do themselves. The food, the atmosphere, the service and the only place in Atlanta on Mother’s Day that is not over crowded. I met Shonta who greeted my family and made us feel extra special. I will definitely be bringing my Husband for Father’s Day. Read less