These three rooftop bar hotels in Atlanta made the list because the bar itself is a reason to stay, not a small terrace attached to a standard property. The selection spans mid-range to luxury, so you can choose based on budget without losing the rooftop experience.
How we ranked these hotels
First, the quality and scale of the rooftop bar: venues with full food programs, dedicated bar teams, and substantial outdoor square footage ranked above smaller or more limited spaces. Within the same quality tier, hotels with verified sustainability credentials ranked first. Within the same sustainability status, higher star ratings broke the tie.
Venue names were verified against each hotel's official website. Operating hours are noted as variable where scheduling changes by season or event, because fixed hours listed here could mislead readers into arriving at a closed venue.
Rooftop bar hotels in Atlanta at a glance
| Hotel | Rooftop venue | Star rating | Price segment | Nearest MARTA station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hotel Atlanta | Harriet's Rooftop | 4 | Luxury | Buckhead (Red/Gold) |
| Glenn Hotel Atlanta, Autograph Collection | SkyLounge | 4 | Upper-midscale | Peachtree Center (Red/Gold) |
| Hotel Clermont | The Rooftop at Hotel Clermont | 3 | Midscale | North Avenue (Red/Gold) |
Before you visit any of these rooftops
- Hours at all three venues shift by season and event schedule. Check the hotel's website the day before you plan to visit.
- Some rooftops enforce a dress code on Friday and Saturday nights. Confirm the policy when you book.
- MARTA's Red and Gold lines cover all three properties. A 5- to 15-minute walk from the station is typical.
- Walk-in availability shrinks on weekends at the higher-end venues. Reservations are worth the effort.
- Atlanta's summer heat means rooftop crowds peak in May and September, not July. Midweek visits in summer are quieter.
A note on rooftop bar hotels in Atlanta beyond this list
Atlanta has several other hotels with rooftop access, including the W Atlanta Midtown and the Loews Atlanta Hotel. Those properties have rooftop pools or terraces, but the bar programming at the three hotels above is more developed and more central to the guest experience. If your priority is a rooftop pool rather than a rooftop bar, we have a separate page for hotels with pools in Atlanta.
The hotels
Hotel Clermont
789 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30306, Atlanta
9.2141 reviews
Hotel Clermont — rooftop bar with the best skyline views in Poncey-Highland
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Glenn Hotel, Autograph Collection
110 Marietta Street Northwest, Atlanta
9.6489 reviews
Glenn Hotel — SkyLounge, the iconic downtown Atlanta rooftop
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The Whitley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Atlanta Buckhead
3434 Peachtree Road Northeast, Atlanta
9.0628 reviews
The Whitley Buckhead — Cast Iron Bar and pool deck with Buckhead skyline views
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Twelve Midtown, Autograph Collection
361 17th St Nw, Atlanta, Georgia, 30363, Atlanta
8.2177 reviews
Twelve Midtown (Autograph) — rooftop terrace overlooking Atlantic Station
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Loews Atlanta Hotel
1065 Peachtree Street, Atlanta
9.0450 reviews
Loews Atlanta — Saltwood Charcuterie + outdoor terrace on the 12th floor
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Frequently asked questions
Which Atlanta rooftop bar hotel has the best views of the downtown skyline?＋
Harriet's Rooftop at 1 Hotel Atlanta in Buckhead sits high enough to take in both Midtown and downtown from a single vantage. SkyLounge at the Glenn Hotel offers a closer-in downtown view from the edge of the Centennial Park District, with clear wall enclosures that keep the sightlines open year-round.
Do these rooftop bars require hotel guests only, or can outside visitors attend?＋
All three venues on this list are open to outside visitors, not just hotel guests. Walk-in availability varies by night and season. On busy Friday and Saturday evenings, reservations at the higher-end venues reduce walk-in capacity, so calling ahead is worth the effort.
Which of these rooftop bars stays open in winter?＋
SkyLounge at the Glenn Hotel is covered with clear wall enclosures that keep the view open in cooler months, which makes it the most weather-resilient pick. The Rooftop at Hotel Clermont is tented and heated for winter and stays open seven days a week. Harriet's Rooftop reduces capacity in colder weather.
Which rooftop bar hotel in Atlanta is the most affordable?＋
Hotel Clermont on Ponce de Leon Avenue is the only 3-star property on this list and carries the lowest room rates. The Rooftop at Hotel Clermont is open to outside visitors, so you can experience the venue without booking a room.
How do I get to these hotels using MARTA?＋
MARTA's Red and Gold lines serve all three properties. Peachtree Center station is an 8-minute walk to the Glenn Hotel. Buckhead station is about 12 minutes from 1 Hotel Atlanta. North Avenue station is 14 minutes from Hotel Clermont.
Are rooftop bar hours consistent year-round at these hotels?＋
No. All three venues adjust hours based on season, weather, and private event bookings. Checking the hotel's official website the day before your visit is the most reliable way to confirm current hours and availability.
