Seeking a budget-friendly meeting experience without sacrificing vibe or quality? The ATL Airport District’s got you covered. Our welcoming destination combines logistical convenience with economical options, giving you all the perks of a unique meeting destination while keeping your budget in check.

Home to the World’s Most Efficient Airport

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) makes travel to the District easy. With 18 major airlines (including Delta Air Lines’ largest hub at ATL) offering nonstop flights to 150+ cities across the U.S. and 60 international destinations, meeting groups can enjoy unparalleled convenience wherever they’re coming from.

Why It Saves Money: Having an expansive flight network within a major airport can translate to lower travel costs, typically due to competitive ticket fares among the different airlines. A bonus: hub airports like ATL generally offer a broader selection of amenities, including dining, shopping and lounges, making the affordable travel experience even more enjoyable.

Walkability & Low-Cost Transportation

The complimentary ATL SkyTrain gives groups direct access from the airport to the Gateway Center Campus - the District’s hub for meetings and home to metro Atlanta’s second-largest convention center and six convention-adjacent hotels. This convenience helps keep logistics affordable and effortless.

And with the District’s walkability, groups can go from meeting to adventure easily. Our destination is filled with walkable spots that are perfect for exploring on foot. From the vibrant streets of Downtown College Park to the colorful corners of Hapeville, every step reveals something new for attendees to indulge in, including cultural hotspots, Black and minority-owned businesses and more.

If a longer commute is in order, the District has economical and no-cost transportation options to get groups where they need to go. For instance, attendees can take the Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), which delivers accessible rail and bus services across the area for reasonable prices.

Why It Saves Money: The District’s walkability and complimentary shuttles from the airport to hotels reduce the need for you to incorporate expensive ground transportation in your planning budget. Additionally, the ATL SkyTrain and public transportation options provide cost-effective travel for attendees moving within the area, which also helps keep your costs down.

Value-Priced Accommodations That Give More

When it comes to the District’s hotel scene, groups get more for less. Properties like Hilton Atlanta Airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport North, and Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel provide guests with a variety of premium amenities like complimentary meals, personalized room service, access to state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and much more.

Why It Saves Money: Booking affordable hotels in the ATL Airport District can, of course, mean lower accommodation costs. Many of these properties offer free airport shuttles and full-service amenities. Plus, with several located close to convention spaces, it’s easy for attendees to get around.

Not-Your-Average Meeting Venues for Less

Here, planners don’t have to settle on traditional meeting spaces. Groups can convene in extraordinary venues that have dual purposes, serving as group experiences. Outside of the 400,000-square-foot Georgia International Convention Center (GICC), places like the Academy Theatre, Atlanta Printmakers Studio, the Delta Flight Museum and the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta provide attendees with distinctive settings to gather. And after meeting, they can enjoy everything from guided tours to hands-on activities that elevate their time together.

Why It Saves Money: Renting event spaces in the ATL Airport District is typically more money-saving than in downtown Atlanta. Many of our venues offer cost-efficient prices for events, such as the GICC, which provides competitive rates for large-scale meetings, conventions, and exhibitions without sacrificing quality.

Access to Dining, Art & Entertainment

The ATL Airport District proves that planners don’t have to break the bank to offer exceptional food, art, and entertainment options for their meeting groups. Here, attendees can savor a group dining scene that is as cost-efficient as it is flavorful. Everything from our atmospheric restaurants to lively bars and taprooms provides visitors with menus of palate-pleasing dishes and beverages for modest prices. Plus, many offer happy hours where costs get even lower.

Additionally, the District, along with nearby Downtown Atlanta, is home to a wide range of must-visit attractions offering affordable rates and seasonal discounts. Some of these cultural gems and popular spots are even free of charge, like the Hapeville Depot Museum, Atlanta Beltline, and Centennial Olympic Park.

Why It Saves Money: Your attendees can explore local restaurants, taprooms, and attractions without straining the event’s budget. This allows you and your group to enjoy authentic experiences without the high costs often associated with major meeting destinations.

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