
Nobu Hotel Atlanta
Best for guests who prioritize a high-profile signature restaurant, skyline rooftop pool, and newer design in Buckhead.
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Nobu Hotel Atlanta is a newer, restaurant-led luxury hotel in Buckhead with a rooftop saltwater pool and signature Nobu Restaurant; this guide is for travelers who want upscale dining, skyline pool time, and new-design rooms. The Burgess Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a boutique 4-star Buckhead option with a Mediterranean-focused restaurant, one outdoor pool, and meeting space — read this if you prefer a smaller Tribute Portfolio boutique stay near Lenox Square.
Updated · about 0.3 miles (0.5 km) apart

Best for guests who prioritize a high-profile signature restaurant, skyline rooftop pool, and newer design in Buckhead.

Best for travelers who want a smaller, classic boutique stay in Buckhead with straightforward meeting space and easy access to Lenox Square.
When Nobu Hotel Atlanta wins: choose Nobu if you want a scene-driven stay — the Nobu Restaurant, rooftop saltwater pool with skyline views, Nobu Spa, and larger, newer property appeal to food-forward leisure travelers and those hosting larger events.
When The Burgess Hotel wins: pick The Burgess for a quieter boutique feel, a Mediterranean-focused on-site restaurant (Fia), straightforward meeting rooms, slightly smaller scale, and a solid guest rating at a four-star Tribute Portfolio hotel.
Bottom line: both are Buckhead alternatives to big convention hotels close to Lenox Square; Nobu is newer and restaurant- and design-forward with more event space and signature dining, while The Burgess is a smaller, well-rated boutique choice with practical meeting facilities and one outdoor pool.
| Category | Nobu Hotel Atlanta | The Burgess Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | New, design-forward luxury with a strong restaurant identity | Boutique four-star hotel with a traditional boutique-hotel feel |
| Location (Buckhead) | Directly inside Phipps Plaza (3520 Peachtree Rd NE); immediate access to luxury shopping | 3600 Piedmont Road NE; a short drive to Lenox Square and local Buckhead attractions |
| Size | 152 guest rooms and suites (including 27 suites) | 102 air-conditioned rooms |
| Opened / Age | Opened 2022 (new property) | Not published |
| Pools | One rooftop outdoor saltwater pool (guest-only) with pool bar, cabanas, skyline views | One outdoor pool (wheelchair-accessible noted) |
| Restaurants & bars | Nobu Restaurant (Japanese-Peruvian), Nobu Bar & Lounge, seasonal Rooftop Lounge | Fia Restaurant (Mediterranean) and a bar/lounge; room service during limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | Nobu Spa with two private treatment rooms; 24-hour Technogym-equipped fitness center | Not published |
| Meetings & events | Large event offering (Kaijo Ballroom ~4,289 sq ft, multiple meeting rooms, rooftop event space) | Conference space ~1,228 sq ft with 2 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & family rules | All ages welcome; primary check-in guest must be 18+. Wheelchair-accessible features listed. | Up to 2 children 17 & under stay free with registered adult; accessible rooms and features available (may have limits). |
| Parking & transit | Self-parking in Phipps Plaza garage; valet available; no hotel airport shuttle; MARTA Lenox within walking distance | Self parking (surcharge) and valet parking available; nearest major airport ATL recommended |
Nobu sits inside One Phipps Plaza in Buckhead with direct mall access and short walks to nearby attractions.
Choose Nobu for direct mall access and the shortest walk to Buckhead shopping and dining.
The Burgess sits on Piedmont Road in Buckhead close to Lenox Square and Buckhead attractions.
Choose The Burgess for a Buckhead location with easy driving access to Lenox Square and nearby sights.
Nobu offers 152 rooms and suites across 11 named room and suite types, including a 2,131 sq. ft. villa.
Nobu is larger with more suite and specialty-room options if you want more room types and signature suites.
The Burgess has 102 air-conditioned rooms with a range of standard, deluxe, junior suite and suite options.
The Burgess is smaller with a straightforward room set that covers standard and a few suite options, some with pool or city views.
Nobu Hotel’s food-and-beverage offering centers on the signature Nobu Restaurant and associated bars.
Pick Nobu if the signature Nobu dining experience and multiple bar/lounge options matter to you.
The Burgess offers Fia Restaurant (Mediterranean cuisine) and a bar/lounge; limited room service is available.
The Burgess suits travelers who want a reliable on-site restaurant without the higher profile of Nobu.
Nobu’s rooftop saltwater pool is a key draw, reserved for registered hotel guests and used as event space.
Nobu’s rooftop pool is a defining, skyline-faced amenity best for guests who want poolside views and pool-bar service.
The Burgess has one outdoor pool listed among its recreational amenities.
The Burgess provides a standard outdoor pool for guests, with accessibility features noted.
Nobu offers a branded Nobu Spa plus a 24-hour Technogym-equipped fitness center and on-site bars.
Nobu supports both wellness treatments and late-day socializing with its spa, gym and multiple bar spaces.
The Burgess lists fitness facilities and a bar/lounge; a formal on-site spa is not published in the supplier listing.
The Burgess covers basic fitness and evening drinks but does not publish a dedicated spa on its supplier listing.

Nobu Hotel Atlanta — choose Nobu for its signature Nobu Restaurant, multiple bar spaces and high-profile dining programs.

The Burgess Hotel — a smaller, classic boutique option with Mediterranean dining and straightforward guest amenities.

Nobu Hotel Atlanta — the rooftop saltwater pool and Rooftop Lounge offer skyline views and poolside service reserved for guests.

The Burgess Hotel — offers 1,228 sq ft of conference space and two meeting rooms suitable for modest events.
Nobu Hotel Atlanta is inside Phipps Plaza; The Burgess is a short drive from Lenox Square. Nobu is the closer of the two to Phipps Plaza shopping.
Nobu Hotel Atlanta has Nobu Spa with two private treatment rooms; The Burgess does not publish an on-site spa in its supplier listing.
Yes. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages. Nobu requires the primary check-in guest to be at least 18; The Burgess allows up to two children 17 or younger to stay free with a registered adult (using existing bedding).
Nobu has larger event capacities (Kaijo Ballroom and rooftop event options) suitable for larger weddings and receptions. The Burgess has smaller conference space (about 1,228 sq ft and 2 meeting rooms) for more modest events.
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