Natalye R.
Yelp
Normally I wait to fully absorb the experience of eating or staying at a place before reviewing it, but let's just do some "right off the bat" first impressions.
The entrance to the NH Atlanta is spacious, with three separate ones, which feed into the main lobby, the side of the lobby (kind of a lounge) and the accompanying restaurant. The colours are bright blues and yellows contrasting against rich dark tones, which makes it feel lush and somehow elegantly modern. It's a big hotel, with nine floors, so there are plenty of rooms.
The rooms themselves are small. This is, of course, the European standard, but compared to the last hotel I stayed in in Belgium (which was probably five times the size), it's a bit of a shock if you aren't prepared. My room was nice regardless, and tastefully decorated, save for the bizarre choice of hotel art. Whatever. The shower and sink were separate from the toilet, which is a nice touch, but better if you have multiple people in a room (mine was a single). The faux-hardword floors in the short entrance area of the room (laminate or something?) were also a nice touch. There was no window, only doors stepping out onto a balcony. Plus points for that. Minus points for the fact that if I wanted air at night, I'd have to leave it open, giving guests on my wing have access to my balcony, as they are all connected. Also, the view? Not spectacular, but it's a great spot for enjoying a glass of wine in the evening, save for the absence of patio chairs.
Check-in was a pain, My reservation was accounted for, but although my stay was being paid for by someone else (who made the reservation) there was no record of that, and they wanted a credit card deposit. After 20 minutes and some phone calls, it was settled, but definitely the last thing I wanted to deal with upon arriving in town.
Also, no free wifi except for in the lobby. Luckily I brought my own mobile hotspot, but I am still amazed at how free wifi is not yet a standard at hotels or airports.
The breakfast is served on the ninth floor overlooking the city. Unfortunately, it was raining on the day I was there, so no outside breakfast on the patio, but the view from inside is still nice. The provisions are standard and there was an espresso machine where I could make my own. Wonderful. I did notice that it ran heavy on things like eggs and meat (sausages, bacon) with a selection of fruits and vegetables somewhat lacking. I guess that would be my main complaint.
All in all, NH Atlanta wasn't a bad experience. It wasn't amazing, but for a place to stay, including breakfast, and at an affordable price, it's alright.