
Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park
Best for event-goers and families who want immediate access to State Farm Arena, Centennial Olympic Park, and large meeting/wedding facilities.
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Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park is a large, family-friendly downtown hotel directly connected to major event venues and aimed at business travelers, families, and event groups. The Tess, Autograph Collection is a 4.5-star Marriott Autograph Collection property in Buckhead for travelers seeking a boutique, higher-end hotel experience in Atlanta’s uptown neighborhood.
Updated · about 9 km apart

Best for event-goers and families who want immediate access to State Farm Arena, Centennial Olympic Park, and large meeting/wedding facilities.

Best for travelers who want a smaller, design-forward Autograph Collection stay in Buckhead with easy access to Buckhead shopping and restaurants.
When Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park wins: pick Omni if you need direct, indoor access to State Farm Arena or the Georgia World Congress Center, a very large meeting footprint, or a family-friendly room mix and on-site casual Southern dining. Its scale, connectivity, and event resources are the deciding factors for conference groups and gameday travel.
When The Tess, Autograph Collection wins: choose The Tess for a smaller, more boutique-feeling Marriott-branded stay in Buckhead — convenient for Lenox Square, Phipps Plaza, Buckhead Theatre and neighborhood dining, and suited for travelers who prefer a 4.5-star Autograph Collection style and a quieter uptown base.
Bottom line: Omni is the practical choice for downtown events, large groups, and families who want arena/convention access; The Tess is the choice for an upscale Buckhead base and a boutique Marriott experience away from the arena district.
| Category | Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park | The Tess, Autograph Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large downtown convention & event hotel, family-friendly | Boutique 4.5-star Autograph Collection hotel in Buckhead |
| Location | Centennial Park District, across from Centennial Olympic Park; connected to State Farm Arena & GWCC | Buckhead (415 EAST PACES FERRY ROAD), near Lenox Square and Buckhead Theatre |
| Size / rooms | ~1,067 guest rooms and suites (very large) | 201 guestrooms |
| Suitable audience | All ages (family-friendly, Omni Kids program) | Mixed audience (not adults-only) |
| Pools | Heated outdoor pool and hot tub on sun deck (ADA-compliant) | Outdoor seasonal pool (number of pools: 1) |
| Restaurants & bars | 4 outlets: New South Kitchen, Top Draft (sports bar), Vues Lobby Bar, Centennial Grounds coffee shop | 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, a coffee shop/cafe |
| Meeting & event space | ~120,000 sq ft total; very large ballrooms and 45 meeting rooms (biggest ballroom ~19,864 sq ft) | Conference space ~4,187 sq ft with 4 meeting rooms |
| Fitness & wellness | 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes; sauna/steam reported by third parties | 24-hour fitness; hair salon on-site and nearby spa services noted |
| Signature features | Direct indoor connection to State Farm Arena and the Georgia World Congress Center; immediate Centennial Olympic Park access | Autograph Collection boutique positioning in Buckhead; designer toiletries, minibars, city and some balcony views |
| Pet & accessibility notes | Pet friendly (pets under 25 lbs, one-time $150 fee); wheelchair-accessible paths and rooms available | Accessible rooms and pool hoist on site; valet parking and some accessible meeting spaces |
Omni sits in the Centennial Park District with indoor links to multiple major venues.
Choose Omni if you need instant arena/convention access and downtown sightseeing on foot.
The Tess is located in Buckhead near Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza for shopping and dining.
Choose The Tess if you prefer an uptown Buckhead location close to shopping and quieter neighborhood streets.
Omni has a large room inventory and a broad range of suites for groups and families.
Omni works well for families and groups who need a range of room sizes and interconnecting options.
The Tess lists about 201 guestrooms with a mix of standard rooms, junior suites and full suites.
The Tess suits travelers who want upscale room features and accessible options in a smaller property footprint.
Omni offers Southern comfort dining plus a sports bar and a lobby bar for varied needs.
Omni covers family breakfasts, gameday bar scenes, and quick coffee needs without leaving the hotel.
The Tess has two restaurants, multiple lounges and a coffee shop; the supplier listing highlights an Italian option.
The Tess focuses on boutique dining and multiple lounge areas suited to a quieter evening out in-house.
Omni’s outdoor pool is heated and paired with a hot tub on a sun deck, ADA compliant.
Omni’s pool area supports families and event guests with accessible design and a central downtown view.
The Tess lists one outdoor seasonal pool and poolside amenities.
The Tess offers a single outdoor pool with accessible features and poolside service for a quieter Buckhead stay.
Omni provides a 24-hour fitness center and active on-site nightlife options tied to events.
Omni serves guests who want round‑the‑clock workouts and lively bar spaces tied to downtown events.
The Tess offers fitness facilities, a hair salon, and nearby spa services.
The Tess suits travelers who want boutique hotel wellness services and nearby Buckhead spa options.

Omni — immediate, indoor access to State Farm Arena and the Georgia World Congress Center makes arrivals and departures effortless for event attendees.

The Tess — smaller Autograph Collection property in Buckhead with a boutique feel and proximity to Lenox Square and Buckhead dining.

Omni — very large meeting and ballroom footprint (up to ~120,000 sq ft and a nearly 20,000 sq ft Grand Ballroom) handles big conferences and weddings.

The Tess — fewer rooms and Autograph Collection styling give a quieter, higher-end boutique experience in Buckhead.
Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park — it sits across the street from Centennial Olympic Park and is within a short walk of the Georgia Aquarium.
No. The supplier listing and property facts indicate The Tess is not an adults-only hotel.
Omni — it has far more meeting and exhibition space (tens of thousands of square feet and dozens of meeting rooms) suited to conferences and large weddings.
Yes. Both properties list accessible guest rooms and pool access features; The Tess lists a pool hoist and Omni lists ADA-compliant pool and whirlpool areas.
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