Dragon Con 2027 runs September 2-6, over Labor Day weekend, inside five downtown Atlanta host hotels.
The hotels on this list are close to the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, the anchor host property, so you can walk to programming, panels, and the dealer hall without fighting for a rideshare. Walking distance to the Marriott Marquis determined the order of this list, with star rating used to sort hotels that fall within the same distance band.
How Dragon Con hotel blocks work
Dragon Con sells its rooms through the Dragon Con hotels page, which lists the five host hotels and a longer set of overflow hotels and marks each block as it sells out.
The Hyatt Regency Atlanta and Hilton Atlanta also run legacy booking, which rolls some past guests' reservations over from one convention to the next. Each hotel sets its own rules, and Dragon Con says a past stay alone doesn't qualify you.
Of the hotels below, the Westin Peachtree Plaza is a host hotel, and Hotel Indigo and Aloft are overflow hotels. Hyatt Place Atlanta Downtown and the Ellis Hotel aren't on Dragon Con's list, so you book those like any other hotel. Dragon Con's Hyatt Place block is at a different hotel, Hyatt Place Atlanta Centennial Park.
Closest hotels to the Marriott Marquis at a glance
| Hotel | Distance to Marriott Marquis | Walk time | Star rating | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown by IHG | 0.19 mi | 4 min | 4 stars | 8.6 |
| Hyatt Place Atlanta Downtown | 0.23 mi | 5 min | 3 stars | 8.0 |
| The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta | 0.24 mi | 5 min | 4 stars | 8.5 |
| Ellis Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | 0.32 mi | 6 min | 4 stars | 8.7 |
| Aloft by Marriott Atlanta Downtown | 0.39 mi | 8 min | 4 stars | 7.7 |
Booking tips for Dragon Con
- Dragon Con's hotels page shows which host and overflow blocks are left.
- Book refundable rates where possible, so you can switch hotels if a better room opens up.
- The Westin Peachtree Plaza is a host hotel, so its own room block sells out first. If you see availability there outside the block, compare the rate against overflow options nearby.
- MARTA's Peachtree Center station on the Red and Gold lines is one stop north of Five Points and about 20 minutes from the airport with no transfer, which matters if you're flying in on the Thursday.
- Peachtree Street runs north-south through this cluster. If your hotel address is on Peachtree St NE or Peachtree Center Ave NE, you are in the right corridor.
Getting between hotels during Dragon Con
All five host hotels connect via the Peachtree Street and Peachtree Center Avenue corridor.
- Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Hilton Atlanta, and Hyatt Regency Atlanta: within a single block of each other.
- The Westin Peachtree Plaza: one block west on Peachtree St NW.
- The Courtland Grand Hotel (formerly Sheraton Atlanta): on Courtland St NE, one block east of the Marriott Marquis.
Every hotel on this list is within 0.4 miles of the Marriott Marquis, an 8-minute walk at most, so walking between hotels is usually the easy option during the convention.
Host hotel rooms are the hardest to get, so the search usually comes down to the hotels nearby. Hotels in downtown Atlanta covers the wider set within walking distance, pet-friendly hotels in Atlanta matters if you are traveling with a dog, and Atlanta travel tips covers MARTA and the Labor Day weekend heat.
The hotels
Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown by IHG
230 Peachtree St NE
8.61,110 reviews
3 min walk to Peachtree Center (Red/Gold)On Peachtree St NE, 0.19 miles from the Marriott Marquis, a 4-minute walk. The closest hotel on this list and a Dragon Con overflow hotel.
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Hyatt Place Atlanta Downtown
330 Peachtree St NE
8.01,241 reviews
6 min walk to Civic Center (Red/Gold)A 5-minute walk to the Marriott Marquis, and the only pick here below the 4-star tier, with a guest rating of 8.0. It isn't on Dragon Con's overflow list.
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The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
210 Peachtree St. NW
8.53,155 reviews
2 min walk to Peachtree Center (Red/Gold)A Dragon Con host hotel, 0.24 miles from the Marriott Marquis, so programming is in the building if you can get a room.
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Ellis Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
176 Peachtree St NE
8.7330 reviews
1 min walk to Peachtree Center (Red/Gold)The highest guest rating on this list at 8.7, on Peachtree St NE south of the Marriott Marquis.
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Aloft by Marriott Atlanta Downtown
300 Ted Turner Drive NW
7.71,003 reviews
10 min walk to Civic Center (Red/Gold)A 4-star on Ted Turner Drive NW, west of the host hotels and a Dragon Con overflow hotel.
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Planning a longer stay? See all our Atlanta hotel guides.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are the official Dragon Con host hotels?＋
The five host hotels are the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Hilton Atlanta, The Westin Peachtree Plaza, and Courtland Grand Hotel (formerly Sheraton Atlanta). Programming, panels, and the dealer hall run across all five properties.
How far is the walk between the hotels on this list and the Marriott Marquis?＋
Every hotel on this list is within 0.39 miles of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, a walk of 4 to 8 minutes. The Westin Peachtree Plaza is itself a host hotel. The Peachtree Street corridor connects all five host properties.
Is MARTA useful for getting to Dragon Con?＋
Yes. Peachtree Center station on the Red and Gold lines is one block from the Marriott Marquis and Hyatt Regency Atlanta. If you fly into Hartsfield-Jackson, take the Red or Gold line north to Peachtree Center, a roughly 20-minute ride. Programming runs past midnight, so check MARTA's Labor Day weekend hours before relying on a late train.
When does Dragon Con 2027 take place?＋
Dragon Con 2027 runs September 2-6, Thursday through Monday of Labor Day weekend, in downtown Atlanta.
Is the Sheraton Atlanta still operating near Dragon Con?＋
The property at 165 Courtland Street NE now operates as Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham. It remains one of the five official Dragon Con host hotels. If you see it listed under the Sheraton name on older booking sites, confirm the current name before completing a reservation.
What should I look for when booking a hotel near Dragon Con?＋
Prioritize walking distance over price. Walking back beats waiting on a rideshare late at night. Book a refundable rate if you can. A room with a kitchenette or in-room fridge also helps if you'd rather skip restaurant lines.
