LEED hotels in Atlanta are a short list, and the ones we could confirm hold Silver or the base-level LEED Certified tier. Of these 5 hotels, USGBC lists the Reverb as LEED Certified. Emory, Hyatt and Marriott report Silver for theirs, and Marriott lists the SpringHill Suites as LEED certified without naming a level.
What base-level LEED certification means for Atlanta hotels
LEED Certified is the entry tier of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program, administered by the U.S. Green Building Council. A building needs 40 to 49 points across categories including sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality.
That point range is below the Silver (50-59), Gold (60-79), and Platinum (80+) tiers.
You can check any hotel yourself in the USGBC public project directory at usgbc.org/projects.
Atlanta LEED hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Neighborhood | LEED Level | Year Awarded | Guest Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory Conference Center Hotel | 4 | Druid Hills / Emory University area | LEED Silver | 2010 | 9.1 |
| Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway | 4 | College Park / Airport District | LEED Silver | Announced 2012 | 9.0 |
| SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Airport Gateway | 3 | College Park / Airport District | LEED, level not stated | Not confirmed | 8.6 |
| Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead | 4 | Buckhead | LEED Silver | Not confirmed | 8.9 |
| Reverb by Hard Rock Atlanta Downtown | 4 | Downtown / Centennial Olympic Park | LEED Certified | 2021 | 8.6 |
Booking tips for LEED hotels in Atlanta
- You don't need to pay up for a particular room.
- Expect to pay about what a non-certified hotel at the same star level charges. The certification does not automatically mean higher rates.
- For a work trip, the Emory Conference Center Hotel and Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway both have meeting space.
- MARTA access varies across this list. The Grand Hyatt in Buckhead is closest to a MARTA rail station, a short walk from Buckhead Station on the Red Line.
How to read each hotel's LEED status
Where USGBC records were out of our reach, we used the hotel or university announcement, and we say so on the card. Travelers comparing verified credentials can also see our Green Key certified hotels in Atlanta.
The hotels
Emory Conference Center Hotel
1615 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta
9.1871 reviews
LEED SilverEmory reports a LEED Silver rating for the hotel's expansion, announced in 2010.
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Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
2020 Convention Center Concourse, Atlanta
9.0554 reviews
LEED SilverMarriott's page for this hotel lists it as LEED Silver Certified.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Airport Gateway
2091 Convention Center Concourse, Atlanta
8.6556 reviews
LEED certified, level not statedMarriott's page for this hotel lists LEED for new construction without naming a level.
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Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead
3300 Peachtree Road Northeast, Atlanta
8.9689 reviews
LEED SilverHyatt reports LEED Silver from the U.S. Green Building Council for this hotel.
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Reverb by Hard Rock Atlanta Downtown
89 Centennial Olympic Park Drive Northwest, Atlanta
8.64,010 reviews
LEED CertifiedLEED Certified by USGBC in 2021 under its new-construction rating system.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between LEED Certified and LEED Silver or Gold?＋
LEED Certified is the base tier, requiring 40 to 49 points under the USGBC rating system. Silver requires 50 to 59 points, Gold requires 60 to 79, and Platinum requires 80 or more. The cards on this page show what we could confirm for each hotel.
How do I confirm a hotel's LEED certification level before booking?＋
Search the hotel's name or address in the USGBC public project directory at usgbc.org/projects. The directory shows the exact certification level, the year awarded, and the rating system version used. Third-party travel sites sometimes misreport certification tiers, so trust the USGBC directory over them.
Does staying in a LEED Certified hotel cost more than a non-certified property?＋
Not necessarily. LEED certification reflects building performance. The Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead carries premium pricing because of its star rating and location, while the three-star SpringHill Suites Atlanta Airport Gateway is at a lower price point. The certification itself does not add a surcharge.
Which of these hotels is closest to a MARTA station?＋
The Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead is a short walk from Buckhead Station on the Red Line. The Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway and SpringHill Suites Atlanta Airport Gateway both connect to the domestic terminal, where the Airport MARTA Station is, by the ATL SkyTrain.
Are all LEED hotels in Atlanta included on this page?＋
No. Search the USGBC project directory for the full list.
Does LEED certification cover the entire hotel building or just certain floors?＋
It varies. A rating can cover part of a property: Emory's Silver rating is for the hotel's expansion.
