AmericasMart and trade shows: staying at The Westin Peachtree Plaza during market season
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta is directly connected to AmericasMart, making it a convenient base for apparel and gift market attendees. During market season expect easy walk-on access to shows, on-site meeting space and late dining (Sun Dial, Bar 210) — reserve rooms and restaurant reservations well in advance.
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Location & access to AmericasMart
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta sits at 210 Peachtree St. NW in downtown Atlanta and is physically connected to AmericasMart, so you can reach many exhibit halls without going outside.
For broader transit, Peachtree Center MARTA Station is essentially a 1-minute walk from the hotel, offering a direct train to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
- Direct indoor access to AmericasMart via hotel connections
- Peachtree Center MARTA Station about 1 minute on foot — fast link to ATL
- Walking distance to Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and State Farm Arena
| Nearby spot | Typical walk time |
|---|---|
| Peachtree Center MARTA Station | 1 minute |
| Centennial Olympic Park | About 6 minutes |
| Georgia Aquarium | About 14 minutes |
Booking strategy for market season
Market weeks draw large crowds; book your room early and request any specific room types at booking. The hotel has 1,073 guestrooms and suites across its 73 stories, including Traditional Room, Deluxe Room, Premium Room and Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom.
If you need on-site meeting or private meeting rooms during market season, contact the hotel's events team in advance — the property offers about 80,000 sq ft of meeting space and 44 event rooms.
- Reserve rooms as soon as dates are confirmed — market weeks fill quickly
- Ask for a Room, Skyline view, High floor if you prefer higher-level views (availability varies)
- Confirm Wi‑Fi policy at booking (Bonvoy members may get complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi)
| Room types to consider | When useful |
|---|---|
| Traditional Room | Standard single or double occupancy for most attendees |
| Premium Room | Bigger windows or higher floors if you want more skyline view |
| Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Space for meetings in-room or if sharing with colleagues |
Getting to meetings and events
The hotel is connected to AmericasMart and Southern Exchange, and it also offers extensive on-site meeting space (including the Peachtree Ballroom and Peachtree C) useful for breakout sessions, buyer appointments and private receptions.
If you need to move between venues in downtown Atlanta, many attractions and venues (Georgia World Congress Center, State Farm Arena, Mercedes‑Benz Stadium) are within a short walk; the hotel does not provide an airport shuttle, so use MARTA or rideshare for airport transfers.
- On-site event spaces include Peachtree Ballroom (largest) and divisible rooms like Peachtree C
- Connected walkway access reduces exposure to weather when moving to AmericasMart
- No hotel airport shuttle — MARTA from Peachtree Center Station to ATL is the public option
| Event space | Useful for |
|---|---|
| Peachtree Ballroom | Large conferences, receptions |
| Peachtree C | Mid-size meetings, receptions |
| Multiple breakout rooms | Small buyer/vendor meetings |
On-site amenities to use between market days
The hotel has an 11th-floor indoor pool beneath a retractable curved glass roof; pool hours are listed as 6:00 AM–10:00 PM. The 24-hour WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio is available for guests who want to keep their routine.
For small private work needs the hotel lists 'Tangent,' an hourly co‑working space; there is also a BikeWESTIN concierge for guests who prefer cycling around downtown.
- Indoor pool (11th floor) — mainly for lap swimming; retractable glass roof
- WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio — complimentary 24-hour access
- Tangent hourly co-working space for focused work between appointments
| Amenity | Availability / notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool | 6:00 AM–10:00 PM (seasonal adjustments possible) |
| Fitness Studio | 24 hours for guests |
| Tangent co-working | Hourly reservations |
Dining and late meetings
Top-floor Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & Lounge (floors 71–73; Sun Dial Restaurant on 72) provides skyline dining and is useful for client dinners — reservations are required via OpenTable up to 60 days out and there is a business-casual dress code.
If you prefer more casual or faster options, the lobby-level Bar 210 and The Café offer pub and buffet-style meals; a Starbucks is also on the lobby level for coffee and grab-and-go items.
- Sun Dial Restaurant: dinner daily 5:30 PM–10:30 PM; Sunday lunch 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
- Sun Dial Bar & Lounge: 5:30 PM–10:00 PM, business-casual dress
- Bar 210 (lobby pub): 2:00 PM–12:00 AM; The Café serves buffet-style breakfast
| Venue | Typical hours / use |
|---|---|
| Sun Dial Restaurant | Dinner 5:30 PM–10:30 PM; reserve for client dinners |
| Sun Dial Bar & Lounge | Cocktails and small plates 5:30 PM–10:00 PM |
| Bar 210 / The Café | Casual meals, buffet breakfast and coffee |
Practical tips: parking, pets, Wi‑Fi and policies
On-site valet parking is available; published overnight valet rates are around $55 per night and the garage only accommodates vehicles up to 6'3" in height. The hotel is smoke-free.
Pets are allowed with a non-refundable fee (published as $50 per night or $150 per stay) and a maximum pet weight of 50 lbs; dogs should not be left unattended in rooms. Wi‑Fi policy varies: Marriott Bonvoy members booking direct may receive complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi; otherwise an in-room fee near $14.95 per day is commonly cited.
- Valet parking ~ $55/night; height limit 6'3"
- Pets: non-refundable fee $50/night or $150/stay; max 50 lbs (service animals exempt)
- Wi‑Fi: complimentary in public areas; in-room Wi‑Fi depends on booking channel
| Item | Note |
|---|---|
| Parking | $55/night (valet); height limit 6'3" |
| Wi‑Fi | Public areas free; in-room varies by booking (Marriott Bonvoy often included) |
| Pets | $50/night or $150/stay; 50 lb limit |
What to expect during peak crowds and market days
Expect heavier foot traffic in the lobby and restaurants, and busier elevators during morning and evening peak times on market days. Allow extra time for check-in and for elevator travel if you have tight meeting schedules.
Because the Sun Dial is a popular client-dinner option, make restaurant reservations early; if you need private meeting space, reserve breakout rooms or event space through the hotel's events team well before market week begins.
- Plan extra time for elevator waits during market start/end times
- Reserve meeting rooms and Sun Dial reservations early (OpenTable opens 60 days ahead)
- Consider lower-floor rooms if you need faster elevator access during back-to-back appointments
| Issue | Suggested fix |
|---|---|
| Elevator waits | Allow extra transit time between meetings |
| Dining reservations | Book Sun Dial via OpenTable as soon as possible |
| Meeting rooms | Reserve event/breakout rooms in advance |
