Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport (ATL): Approximate driving time is 22 minutes and distance is 12 miles.

Driving directions from Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport: Exit the airport by following the signs for I-85 North. Follow I-85 north to downtown Atlanta. Take Exit 248C/International Blvd. At the second traffic light, turn left onto Andrew Young International Blvd. At the third traffic light, turn right onto Peachtree Center Ave. Hotel motor lobby is one block on left.

MARTA light rail, taxis, and airport shuttles are the most common modes of transportation from the airport to the hotel. For under $5, guests can ride MARTA directly from the airport to the Peachtree Center station, which shares the same block as the hotel. One-way airport shuttle fares start from $5–$15, and taxi fares start from $16–$25 for one person. Fees subject to change without notice.

Getting around: Many downtown attractions are within several blocks of the hotel, so walking and taxis are popular ways of exploring the immediate neighborhood. Less than one block from the hotel is the Peachtree Center MARTA station, where guests can catch trains that connect with much of Atlanta, including Midtown and Lenox/Buckhead. Some guests choose to rent cars, in which case a $20 per day parking fee applies. Fee subject to change without notice. Car rentals are available through this Web site.

Kafe Kobenhavn - Located in the Atrium Tower lobby. Open-air atmosphere. Buffet-style dining and la carte salads; sandwiches. Open early morning to late evening for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Avanzare - Located one level below the Atrium Tower lobby. Large salt-water aquarium dominates one end of the room. Fine dining. Off-white tablecloths; candlelight. Private booths available in back. Italian fare includes calamari, butternut squash ravioli, and veal scaloppini. Open early evening to late evening for dinner only.

Polaris - Revolving 25th floor restaurant with panoramic view of the city skyline. Fine dining. Blue table cloths; high-backed black- and-gray chairs. Menu includes steak, seafood, and desserts. Open early evening to late evening only.

Perks - Atrium Tower lobby café. Specialty coffee drinks and gourmet snacks include biscotti, pastries, and yogurt parfaits. Open 24 hours.

Amenity highlights: There is an outdoor swimming pool onsite, in addition to a 5,000-square-foot fitness center, open early morning until late evening. Meeting space (with high-tech audio-visual equipment) totals 180,000 square feet, and includes the largest hotel ballroom in Atlanta. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the lobby. Other amenities include four restaurants and a 24-hour café.

Insider tip: Premier shopping and restaurants can be found in the Midtown and Buckhead areas of Atlanta; both are easily accessible via the MARTA train (the hotel is connected directly to the Peachtree Center MARTA station).

Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, open seasonally. There is also a 5,000-square-foot fitness center equipped with six treadmills, five stair climbers, four stationary bikes, free weights, and eight TVs. Towel service is offered, and the facility is open from early morning until late evening (wheelchair accessible). Guests also have access to the adjacent Peachtree Athletic Center.