These are the four closest hotels we can recommend near Chamblee and Doraville MARTA. The Gold Line gives you direct rail access to Lenox in Buckhead, Midtown, Downtown, and Hartsfield-Jackson.
Studio 6 is about an 11-minute walk from Chamblee Station. The other three are about 2.5 miles or more away, so plan on a short rideshare to the train. We ranked them by verified walking distance to the station, then by star rating.
How we ranked these hotels
Walking distance to Chamblee or Doraville MARTA Station led. Both stops are on the Gold Line and adjacent to each other, so hotels near either give you the same rail access. Within the same distance band, the higher star rating comes first, and the shorter walk to the station settles any tie.
There are few hotels right by these stations, and we left out two nearby motels that guests rate very poorly. Only Studio 6 is a realistic walk.
Hotels near Doraville and Chamblee MARTA at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Walk to MARTA (min) | Nearest station | Shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio 6 Extended Stay - Atlanta, GA - Chamblee | 3 | 11 | Chamblee | Not confirmed |
| Extended Stay America Select Suites - Atlanta - Chamblee | 2 | 49 | Chamblee | Not confirmed |
| Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Dunwoody | 3 | 53 | Chamblee | Not confirmed |
| Doubletree By Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody | 4 | 54 | Chamblee | Not confirmed |
Getting the most out of Gold Line access
- Doraville is the northern end of the Gold Line, and Chamblee is one stop south. Trains from either run straight to Lenox in Buckhead, Midtown, Downtown, and the airport with no transfers.
- MARTA trains run every 10 to 12 minutes at peak, every 12 at midday and every 20 late at night. Add 10 minutes to your plan if you're carrying checked luggage.
- Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is about 43 minutes from Doraville on the Gold Line. You stay on one train the whole way.
- A rideshare is the easy option if a bag-heavy morning makes the trip to the station impractical.
Transit options beyond the Gold Line
MARTA bus route 39 connects Doraville Station to Buford Highway, where you can reach grocery stores, restaurants, and medical offices without a car.
If you'd rather skip the walk at 6am before a flight, a rideshare from your hotel to the station is the easy fix. That's a small price for one train all the way to the airport. Heading toward the city, Buckhead is a short Gold Line ride away at Lenox, with a wider range of hotels.
The hotels
Frequently asked questions
Which MARTA line serves Doraville and Chamblee stations?+
Both stations are on the Gold Line. Doraville is the northern terminus and Chamblee is one stop south. From either, you can ride direct to Lenox in Buckhead, Midtown, Downtown Atlanta, and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport with no transfers.
How long does the Gold Line take from Doraville to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport?+
Plan on about 43 minutes from Doraville Station to the Airport Station. The ride is direct, and trains run every 10 to 12 minutes during peak hours.
Do any of these hotels run a shuttle to Doraville or Chamblee MARTA Station?+
We could not confirm a MARTA shuttle at any of the four. Studio 6 is about an 11-minute walk from Chamblee Station. Extended Stay America, the Courtyard and the DoubleTree are about 2.5 miles or more out, so plan on a rideshare from those three.
Is parking available at Doraville or Chamblee MARTA Station?+
Both stations have MARTA park-and-ride lots. Doraville has a deck with over 1,200 spaces, Chamblee has surface lots with over 1,700, and parking under 24 hours is free at both. It's mostly useful if a friend is driving in to meet you.
What neighborhoods are within a short Gold Line ride of these hotels?+
From Chamblee or Doraville, you can reach Lenox in Buckhead in 6 to 9 minutes, Midtown in 15 to 18, and Peachtree Center Downtown in 20 to 23.
Are there budget hotel options near Doraville or Chamblee MARTA Station?+
Studio 6 and Extended Stay America are the budget, extended-stay options, and Studio 6 is the one you can walk from. Extended Stay America has an in-room kitchen, which helps cut meal costs on longer stays.

