Residence Inn by Marriott Decatur Emory Area
2754 N Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA 30033, North Decatur, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott Decatur Emory Area is a 3-star extended-stay property located at 2754 N Decatur Rd in North Decatur, Georgia, close to the Emory University area. Guests consistently describe the property as new, clean, and quiet, with a beautiful overall feel that fits the extended-stay Residence Inn brand. It offers a suites-style stay geared toward travelers who want more space and amenities than a typical hotel room.
Rooms
Reviewers highlight large, brand-new rooms with comfortable king-size beds and a dedicated work and chill-out area, making the suites well suited to longer stays or remote work. The spacious layout is a recurring point of praise among guests comparing it favorably to other extended-stay properties.
Dining
The hotel serves a complimentary breakfast that guests describe as great, featuring biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, and cereal, with a rotating menu that varies through the week -- guests noted the Monday spread offered different and better options than the standard weekend breakfast. This makes the on-site breakfast a genuine highlight rather than a basic continental offering.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits within walking distance of food and shopping options, and is close to the Michael C. Carlos Museum (about 4km) and Fernbank Museum, 3D Theater, and Forest (about 4.9km). It is also within a roughly 8-13km drive of major Atlanta attractions including the Georgia Aquarium, High Museum of Art, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Piedmont Park, World of Coca-Cola, Zoo Atlanta, Centennial Olympic Park, Ponce City Market, Fox Theatre, Atlanta History Center, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and Stone Mountain Park, making it a workable base for exploring both the Emory/Decatur area and downtown Atlanta.
Service
Multiple reviewers single out the staff as incredible, professional, and helpful, going out of their way to assist guests despite operational challenges. Some guests noted issues with a malfunctioning elevator and a shortage of luggage carts during their stay, suggesting these are areas the property has been actively working to resolve.
Best for
This hotel suits extended-stay visitors, Emory University visitors, and families or groups who want larger suites with a comfortable king bed and a separate work/relaxation area. Its walkable access to food and shopping, plus proximity to the Michael C. Carlos and Fernbank museums, also makes it a good fit for travelers wanting a quieter North Decatur base while still being within a roughly 8-13km drive of downtown Atlanta's major attractions.
Travel tips
Because many of Atlanta's headline attractions (Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Olympic Park, Fox Theatre) sit 8-13km away, plan on driving or rideshare for downtown sightseeing rather than walking. Closer options like the Michael C. Carlos Museum and Fernbank Museum are only about 4-5km away and more feasible for a short trip. If traveling with a lot of luggage, ask staff about cart availability in advance, and inquire at check-in about any elevator quirks so you're not caught off guard.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly praise the spacious, newly updated suites, comfortable king beds, and a work/relaxation area, alongside a hot breakfast that many describe as a standout, with some noting the Monday menu was especially strong. Cleanliness, a quiet atmosphere, and walkability to nearby food and shopping are also frequently mentioned positives, along with consistently professional and helpful staff. On the negative side, several reviewers pointed to a persistently malfunctioning elevator that management was still working to fix, and a shortage of luggage carts that particularly inconvenienced guests with mobility issues. These operational hiccups were seen as the main drawbacks keeping an otherwise highly rated stay from being rated even higher.
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