my friend and I stayed at the highland inn about 20 years ago.an old lady who worked there told me the husband caught his wife cheating so he shot and killed the wife ,her lover, and then himself, n the sitting area on the first floor which was located to the right across from the stairs n the inside( the hotel wasn't always a hotel it was a family home first). the sitting area (murder scene )was white with black outdoor furniture n the inside but the room was definitely out of place and gave me a "what is this doing here feeling" at the time no one could go in and sit .the living quarters had plush carpet,different pics of the wife all around, and every room was different n terms of bedding and furniture.no fridge .U can tell the furniture and bedding was very old but the hotel gave me a "at home comfy feel" and even served home made breakfast. every cab driver told my friend the place was haunted and we also heard a woman fearful loud scream around 3am only once. But was too scared to investigate the scream.this is a fact and I never believe people when they tell stories like this about paranormal activity, but me and my friend r living proof and would have never stayed there if we knew this before booking. Trust me when and if u go n the highland inn, u will have a "different feel" as soon as u come n read more

The Highland Inn is a great place to stay if you are going out in the Virginia Highlands or Little 5 Points. I've stayed here several time when I have attended concerts in the area and it's a nice, cozy, quaint hotel with a European feel to it. For instance some of the rooms have the vanity in the room and not in the bathroom; kind of charming in a way. Service here is pretty laid back. I have usually booked online and when I arrive they have quickly checked me in and handed me the key. Of course they have a cat that greets you when you walk in too; which adds to the whole charm of The Highland Inn. The rooms are clean, but dated; and the beds are not great, but comfortable to sleep on. And you can't beat the price of this hotel; it's at least 50% cheaper than the other area hotel. Also the best location! read more

My brother wanted my mom and I to stay at this hotel because it's walking distance from his home, restaurants and shopping areas. If you are looking for a historical building and love nostalgia, this is the place to stay. Interior is beautiful inside and love the landscaping. My brother booked one room, two Queen size beds, rooms was separated to give me and my mom some space. There was a kitchen with small fridge. It cost alittle more but wanted us to have the access just incase. Our beds was really comfortable and clean. I slept really well that night. Bathroom was really small but clean. Complimentary breakfast was okay. Don't expect eggs and bacon. Just your basic Muffins, small pastries, coffee, oatmeal, etc. are served. Overall, we had a great experience and would come back again. Concierge at desk was very friendly and helpful. read more

The appeal of this lodging is that its old in a nice quaint area of Atlanta. I specifically chose this inn because of this and I could care less of the "bad paint job" and that it "needs updating". It's a 1927 inn, if anyone needs a modern hotel then stay in Downtown :) This inn exceeded my expectation. I absolutely love the feel of this inn, and they have a co-host named Pirate! Such a sweet cat :) I stayed in 346, had a King bed and a clean bathroom. The room is clean and included an A/C, flat screen, mini fridge, and microwave. There is no elevator, and the stairs are quite narrow... which again, didn't surprise me at all. If you're willing to pay at least $125 a night for a room in Atlanta and expecting something modern then stay in Downtown. Otherwise, this inn will suffice and it is in a great neighborhood with plenty of eating places around. read more

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I have been a patron here for almost 25 years! I love it. Great spot to walk around the highlands area and to surrounding events.

An old creaky inn that had its charm. I though I had made a bad choice as I was walking down the hall on floors that felt like they would fall in. The room was clean, but it had the appeal of a 30's flophouse. However the place grew on me. It is in a nice part of town, close to several coffee shops and a killer barbeque place. There is a small cafe in the hotel that serves breakfast and lunch. I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast. I would stay there again. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. It's quite charming and they pride themselves on being the only European style hotel in Atlanta. I was on a road trip and needed a place to stay for the night. For the money, it was quite inexpensive. I also enjoyed the small room, the charming and quaint feel of the place, and the overall vibe of the hotel. If you're looking for some over the top 5 star hotel resort or a Marriot, this is not for you. This is a very old-style hotel where they give you a physical room key. I personally prefer places like this but I do get that everyone does have their own preferences so this won't be everyone cup of tea. For what it is, I give this 5 stars and will be back next time I take a road trip to Atlanta. read more

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After driving 13 hours all we wanted to do was check in, get our key, take a shower, and go to bed. If only it was that simple. 1. We arrived! That ends the excitement. Trying to check in was a twenty minute exercise, and not because they were busy (see image). The person working at the counter was sleeping. I don't mean "sleeping" as much as I mean "passed the fuck out". At first we tried knocking on the counter. Next, we tried banging on the window. After that failed.. The following ensued. We began taking the pens from the cup on the counter and throwing them at him. One by one we hit him in the face and chest, repeatedly, until running out of pens. At this point, over two dozen pens were scattered amongst the attendant and the floor. Eventually my girlfriend climbed onto the counter and violently shook the person by the legs until he awoke. Upon his awakening he mumbled " woah, man I'm ready for another drink ". 2. We got a key. I'm still not sure we got the key we were intended to get, but fuck it, at this point we just needed a room. 3. The A/C was as loud and worthless as a hooker in county jail. 4. We decided to shower. This would forever be known as mistake #2 (#1 being staying here). The shower had as much water pressure as an infant peeing on me. It took an hour just to rinse off the soap (not provided) I had lathered on my exhausted body. This was easily the worst showering experience of my adult life. TL;DR drunk employees, random rooms, loud help, horrible showers. Not recommended, ever, ever. The only reason for the 2 stars... My room key worked, and it was surprisingly clean. read more

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I'm in love--hardcore--with this place! It appeals to the lover of the old and creepy, while being so dang charming at the same time. A hard thing to do, I might add. Even though I'm an Atlanta local, some friends and I decided to rent a place near the Masquerade for the Wizard's Ball that took place at the beginning of December. Yeah, we're a bunch of nerds yadda, yadda, yadda. I used Expedia to book a place, so it was pretty cheap and less than $80. We checked in a little late, around 3pm and 4pm, and that was pretty easy. There's a private lot to the right (when facing the building) that is small and quickly fills up, but hey, it's free. You just tell whoever's out there you have a reservation at the Highland Inn, and they don't give you any problems. When you first enter, you pass a fountain and go up a set of stairs to a small, creaky check-in area. There are still mail slots being utilized to the left of the desk! That was my first hint about how charming this place would be (also, the carpet=old as fug). Sure, you see them in older hotels from time to time, but they're rarely ever actually STILL being used. They have old fashioned keys, instead of keycards, and they our room was situation on that same floor, the furtherest room. The doors are old and wooden, and the room itself was just... Soooo adorable. First off, it was two rooms, which I was really not expecting. The first room was smaller, but had a queen or king sized bed, as well as the bathroom and TV, and a desk and arm chair. The second room had a full sized bed, along with an arm chair, but also a kitchen. The kitchen had a large sink, microwave, mini-fridge, and even a four burner stove! This is definitely the kind of place you could stay a few nights in, and have somewhere to store and cook food (I didn't look to see if there were any dishes, but there's a chance there may have been). I'm glad they haven't attempted to do a heavy haul/renovation of this place a lot (except with the additional of bathrooms in each room), since that's exactly what makes it so unique and charming. But it's also true that you have to be of a certain countenance to appreciate the beautifully old and slightly stale. PROS: It's absolutely THE most charming place. It's near one of my favorite antique places in all of Atlanta--Highland Row Antiques. Great location--near many restaurants, concert halls, and a short drive from interesting Atlanta staples like The Plaza and The Majestic. So spacious! Our two bed place was also a two room place, complete with a kitchen. Within walking distance of The Masq (about 20 minutes), and through a residential neighborhood, so I didn't have to contend with the usual rabble and homeless issue that is rampant in most of midtown. The continental breakfast was very lacking, but had cereal and some muffins. And it's free, so I can't complain much. CONS: Despite the fact that I love the old world charm and I wouldn't want it updated, I think the bathrooms could do with an update. I don't mind that it's a step up, but the toilet and tub are VERY out of date. Parking lot filled up faaaaast. I feel like that definitely needs an extension. THE VERDICT: It's old, charming, and full of history since it originates from the 1920s. Personally, I adore places like this, and it is exceptionally quaint and even sort of mysterious. The hallway creaks when you walk down it, and you can feel how old the place is just by walking to your room. I was giggling madly with delight as I walked there--literally. Mad, delightful laughter. If you can stand that awesome old feel, you also get the benefits of reasonable pricing, an awesome location, and free parking, so if you're of that certain mindset who can appreciate all of this--you'll enjoy yourself. But it's NOT the type of place for someone who is expecting something fancy schmancy, who wants to be waited on hand and foot by a staff who will bend over backwards for them. The staff here keeps to themselves, and lets you do the same. Also, I've heard rumors that it's haunted. So, there's that. :) RECOMMENDED FOR: Someone who appreciates old buildings and old architecture. Students who enjoy adventures, and are open to staying somewhere out-of-the-box. People who will be staying multiple days--request a room with a kitchen and stovetop (these may be the two bedroom rooms). read more

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My husband and I loved our visit to this quirky-cool historic Atlanta hotel. We just stayed one night, on a quick anniversary jaunt to ATL, and it was just what we were looking for. I hate chain hotels. Their rooms are sterile, monotonous, little boxes of boring. The Highland Inn is the opposite! Beyond the gorgeous 1920's front portico, twisty,funky corridors lead to the guest rooms. They are small spaces, perfect for a couple, with vintage crystal doorknobs and Art Deco prints on the walls. Our room was clean and the bed was quite comfy. There was a flat screen tv on the wall, a little closet, a little desk. Simplicity. Yes, there is a step up to get in the bathroom - this is because they didn't have in-room plumbing back in the 20's when the place was built so they had to find a way to give everyone a bathroom - and the corners weren't perfectly square...again it is nearly 100 years old! But to me, that isn't a flaw, this means the place has history and character. Other pluses: It was right off Ponce near the Highlands so it made a great jumping off point for our other activities, it has a big FREE parking lot - just about every other hotel in ATL makes you pay to park - and the room rates are seriously half that of all the big, boring chain hotels nearby. They also serve a free continental breakfast in the morning but it was our anniversary, so we kinda made other plans for breakfast that involved staying in bed... Interesting place and a great value. We will be back for sure. read more

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I love the Highland Inn! As a traveler with a penchant for non-corporate/cookie cutter-style lodging, the Highland Inn stands alone in their level of customer service and care. The hotel was built in 1927, and sure it creaks in places, but that's what I call character! Check-in was smooth, and the clerk gave us some great suggestions on where to dine. The hotel is in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Atlanta. Tons of independent shops and cafes are within a short stroll. I was in town for a show at the EARL, and I appreciated that the hotel was close-by. We found a great little courtyard in the middle of the property, and even found a corn-hole game set! How cool is that? The beds were very comfortable; so comfortable that we missed breakfast in the morning! But its cool, we were able to get our fill at the Majestic nearby. In a day and time where so much lis corporatized, its refreshing to see a place like the Highland Inn! Looking forward to a return visit soon! read more

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This hotel was ok. I understand that the owners intended to retain the old charm of the hotel by not updating the plumbing, but they give me a flat screen tv with not enough water pressure to flush my poop down the toilet. Here's a quick tip: Don't share a room with anyone you wouldn't be comfortable seeing your turds float around in the toilet. I'm giving this place a 3 because I'm sure there's someone out there that would absolutely LOVE this. Don't let me spoil your fun! read more

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This hotel is so cute. Each room is a little different (I got this hotel last minute and they didn't have an availability for my entire stay. So, I stayed two nights in one room then two nights in another. ) The place has lots of charm. Its not a new place and if you like everything perfect, this place isn't for you. But if you like a place that has lots of character this is the place for you. The price just can't be beat for the area. There are plenty of places to walk to from the hotel. The free breakfast is very nice. They offer coin operated washers and dryers that worked great! The laundry area has a nice place to sit and wait for your clothes. read more

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The Highland Inn was by far the best value I've ever had in a hotel, and simply because of that I can give it 5 stars. It was in an excellent, walkable neighborhood while staying cheaper than a Motel 6. While we had a small room, it was clean, had a refrigerator and television, and did the job of giving us a place to sleep. The hotel is old, and you can tell, especially because of things like a lack of elevators. However, you're staying in a place with character, and the few shortcomings are more than made up for by character. Only bummer is that the hotel bar is no longer open, but there is a pretty good bar right next door with plenty of outdoor seating. read more

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I had high hopes for this Cute and quaint inn. It is definitely in a fun and bohemian part of town, but the rooms and hotel itself lacks any sort of comfort or cleanliness. The room we got was not clean whatsoever, and we found bugs in the second. Sadly this inn did not meet our hope and standards for a comfortable stay. The overall sense of the building is that it is old but also poorly maintained and dirty. read more

Stayed at the Inn last night. Daughter lives near there and chose this place for us. With Covid-19 happening, I was most concerned about cleanliness and disinfecting. When I found a used and soiled washcloth left in the bathroom obviously from the previous room's occupant, found that in the shower, it did not fill me with confidence that they had disinfected or done any type of good job cleaning. I chose to wait to shower until I returned home today. In the future when visiting my daughter who lives near there, I will certainly find another place to stay. read more

Cozy and charming; a B&B experience with the comfort and privacy of a hotel or motel. It's definitely not "new", but is very clean, tidy, and in order. The room was small but not ridiculously so, same with the bathroom, but the tub was deep and the bed was very comfortable. There was a black cat roaming often, and several different places to sit and relax, indoors and outdoors. Washer and dryer as well. The location is also prime; right next door to restaurants, and theres a Publix down the road, as well as bars, etc. The only major issues that we immediately noticed is that it's entirely wheelchair/impaired inaccessible; theres steps at the entrance and no ramp, and no elevator, just stairs, and our bathroom had a step so you had to step up into it. Something to keep in mind if you have mobility issues. read more

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I really enjoyed staying at this hotel.  It's in an old building that many would say needs some updates, but I like the old world charm.  The paint looks old and it has an overall dated feel.  As someone who doesn't spend much time in their hotel on vacation I didn't mind the lack of amenities, it was a comfortable place to sleep.  Small dining area to eat the free continental breakfast with 24/7 access to the area with the microwave (some rooms did no not have one).  Staying here was much less expensive than other areas and it's in a great neighborhood near many things.  The person at the desk was nice and greeted us as we left in the morning and again when we came in at night.  They have a black cat named Pirate who is very sweet.  He followed us around a bit and I convinced him to hang out with me in the sitting room for a while.  They have indoor and outdoor seating areas as well as a ballroom with a bar where they have comedy and music shows. I stayed on the second floor in a room with a double bed and a fridge.  The bathroom was small and had a small shower (no bath tub).  The bed was decent but pillows were quite flat, they gave us enough of them that we were able to stack them to make it work.  There a flat screen on the wall with cable access. Accessibility: There are steps to get into the building and there isn't a ramp or alternative entrance.  They do not have an elevator and the stairs are a bit narrow.  Inside the rooms there is a step into the bathroom and the hallway in my room was narrow. read more

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Exactly the old Deco Hotel experience I wanted cheap! I stayed in my first deco in Miami and loved it so much I wanted to stay in one everywhere. My room was SUPER HUGE! I loved the ambience as it was a quick step over to a delicious BBQ place. The bed was comfy and soft. If you are chain hotel person, you won't like this place but if you choose a spot for ambience then you found the place. The residents of the neighborhood were so friendly to me while I was carrying a bag in, really gentlemanly. The door lock was a deadbolt and very secure, important to me. Like I said, you won't like it of you want chain hotel feel but if you ate a fan of decos or boutique type places, this is it! read more

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So - just to be straight up- I personally liked this place. The have a cat named Pirate who lives there- how cool is that?! The whole place including the rooms were extremely clean. I'd give 5 stars on cleanliness- especially in such an old building. Beds were reasonably comfortable. Every single interaction with the staff was extremely pleasant. We had no issues with water temperatures or pressure. The location of this Inn is also Amazing! We didn't have to move our car once during our stay. Within 5 minutes walking distance was a Publix. 2 minutes walking distance was a hip coffee shop. And several amazing restaurants within 30 seconds to 9 minute walk. I loved that they still use keys to enter the rooms. Very quaint. I just can't in good conscience give the hotel any more than 3 stars for the following reasons: all of which can be fixed without compromising the "historic charm" they focus on. #1: There was a really old flat screen in the room- we tried turning it on with the remote and on the tv. Wouldn't turn on. Then we noticed it wasn't plugged in. Plugged it in and it worked. An hour later tried turning it off. Won't turn off, have to unplug it. Ok- IMO- if you are going to put a TV in a historically charming inn, at least make it a fully functional one. I'd rather have no TV than a broken one. #2 The bathrooms need a MAJOR remodel. I know the inn was built in 1927- but those bathrooms have been remodeled since then. They were probably last remodeled in the 70- 80s. I've stayed at Inns that were built in the 1800s that actually have really nice updated bathrooms that I did not feel compromised the historic charm. They modeled them to compliment the overall feel of the time era they were built in. #3 In walking the hallways to our room we noticed that the floorboards under the carpet felt like they were giving away/crumbling. It was an unsettling feeling. #4 The ceiling in our room really needed to be fixed. Water stains everywhere. Huge cracks. It looked like the water pipes hanging from the ceiling were about to fall off. To leave this on a positive note: I would stay here again. (But my husband would not- he got highly irritated with the problems I listed above) read more

Cheap, in a good nieghborhood. It picks up for the Claremont left all of minus the cool parts. The staff is pretty cool, the rooms are small, and the manager is a complete power tripping dickhead. It's kind of like Russian roulette read more

My wife and I had a great experience here while staying for a golf tournament. We stayed a couple of nights. We got a king size bedroom for only around $150 for 2 nights. Best deal we've ever gotten in Atlanta. This place is not your fancy Hampton Inn or Holiday Inn Express, but it is clean and very affordable. They do offer a small breakfast in the morning. Great location in east Atlanta near many great areas off Ponce and Highland. Definitely give this place a chance if you're in town. Has great nostalgia and definitely suited our needs! read more

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I forgot to give this wonderful inn a review. we stayed here many years ago and loved the place. It is old and vintage but it's no dump. Everything was clean and yes the water pressure was lacking but the beds were comfy. We liked the cat a lot kept us company. We hope to stay again one day. Safe and walking distance to food and 5 points. Parking is tricky get there early and snag a spot. Quiet, comfy, interesting to explore and vintage. read more

The hotel itself is very charming and located in a bohemian part of town. The lodging was comfortable, quaint, and clean. The room had just about everything I was looking for a comfortable bed, flatscreen, and a nice bathroom that had perhaps the biggest tub I had ever been in! The place itself is a labyrinth in some ways. But, that was enjoyable too. It is decorated with Alphonse Mucha prints and all kinds of other art that gives it a very European vibe. The cafe that is conjoined with the hotel is very nice as well. We really enjoyed their seasonal lattes and the staff was very friendly there. The only thing that I feel I missed there was visiting the ballroom. I was kind of excited to see what it looked like when we pulled up. You can look in the window and see a timely bar and surroundings. But, it was closed during our two day stay. Perhaps next time. Pirate, the hotel cat is pretty sweet too! read more

I'm definitely a fan of The Highland Inn. It's a bit run down and the bathrooms are tiny, but the beds are comfortable and the prices are great. And as a self-professed cat lady, I love that they have a cat who roams the halls. The best thing about the hotel is the location. It's exactly where I want to be when I come to Atlanta. That being said, the hotel is not handicap friendly at all. And it isn't quite nice enough for me to feel comfortable recommending it to my parents, for instance. read more

What a DUMP!!! Will never go back and warn anyone interested to stay away. Rooms were deplorable! Booked 6 nights and stayed 1 out of desperation and exhaustion. Doesn't deserve even 1 star. read more

I like this place. If you're high maintenance, you might not enjoy yourself here. Lived in the highlands for a few years and it's always nice to go back. This hotel gave me a warm place to stay when I was back home for the holidays and I'm grateful! Unique and funky! read more

If one doesn't want to commit homicide & must temporarily leave their own home w/ huge mortgage so that their tenant/ not on mortgage boyfriend can have some "space to create his art without limitations," at least you can stay in a charming & safe local inn for a few days to ruminate how you got yourself into such a ridiculous spot. The Highland Inn was built in the twenties and retains a great deal of character. The rooms are smaller w/ window air conditioning units, but my room felt cozy, not cramped. It was clean w/ the basics & a TV. The concierge was polite & minded their own business. The other guests I encountered were an eclectic bunch, all polite but respectful of privacy. I felt safe at all times once inside, though I'd use common sense in the attached parking lot. Nice touches like fresh flowers & a koi pond. Overall, a very refreshing place for a good price that I'd recommend to a friend. Edit------After reading some of the other reviews, I thought someone should clarify for potential guests that while this place is charming, it's not for everyone. If a potential guest is someone who enjoyed backpacking around Europe and staying in hostels back in the day, then they will probably like this place and the surrounding area. If they enjoy somewhat eclectic neighborhoods & are a bit street savvy, they will be fine at this place. If they are on a budget, but want a basic, clean, safe place to stay, this is it. If someone is expecting a more traditional bed and breakfast or a mainstream hotel, they are going to be disappointed. I wouldn't send my sheltered niece to stay at the Highland Inn. I would, however, recommend it to my artsy-fartsy friend from San Francisco. read more

Do not expect to have the same luxuries as you would in a Best Western. However, this hotel has a historic charm to it that you can learn to appreciate after checking in late at night and seeing that the hallways look like they were straight out of a deteriorating dormitory. As long as you can get over that, you can appreciate the amount you paid for this hotel and recognizing you won't be here any more than a couple hours anyway. There is plenty to do in this little neighborhood that'll distract you from your room. They have a continental breakfast but don't expect too much. It's basically some muffins, bananas, and hot coffee but it feels like you're going to your grandmother's old kitchen. They have a very lovely lounge area and a large bookshelf that if you're supremely bored, you can read any one of their old collection of novels that look like they've been there since this building has been around. You get what you pay for with this hotel. I just wish we got a little bit more. read more

LOVED OUR HOTEL STAY! This place was like home away from home. Nobody ever bothered you, rooms were made up by the time we got home every day, and there was even a Cat "Pirate" that lives there. He's super sweet and would come to us when we'd call him, even if he was on another floor. Loved the style of this hotel, and the ballroom downstairs was awesome! There were comedy shows pretty much every night we stayed. And because we were staying at the hotel, the shows were free for us! The location is amazing, so close to so many bars and restaurants and to midtown as well. The only thing we were crazy about was the size of the bathroom. Rather small and the shower could barely fit one person. I kept thinking if I was a larger individual I'd have trouble showering in there. Other than that, our stay was a delight! read more

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This hotel reminds me of an old European hotel frequented by the backpack scene. Tiny soap, skinny towels, not quite clean. Everything is old. Front desk workers were nice. You get free coffee and packaged pastries included but when you go into the coffee shop to get those the worker in there will charge you if you don't speak up. 2 days I went down to get the coffee and saw where to serve myself. The morning my husband went down the barista served him the coffee and asked him to pay $6...which he did not know he didn't have to. read more

et me start out by saying Housekeeping was great! Now for the rest of the review: I booked this boutique Inn online after seeing the great reviews and photos of the rooms- super excited to give business to a local company! That soon ended after I could find parking, floors in the hallway to the rooms were sloped and uneven, room was in need of renovations and bathroom needed the ceiling repair along with the tub knobs being replaced. I've never checked into a hotel were I was required to pay "in full" upon check-in. Not to mention the dump trucks at 5:00am and the Emergency Door on the 1st floor being ajar. Needless to say, I will be staying at a normal hotel during my next business trip. Very disappointing, the clerk didn't even ask me "how was my stay or was there a reason for leaving early." read more

I've walked past and driven past this Atlanta landmark may times and often thought it would be cool to stay there if the occasion came up. This past weekend was the perfect opportunity, I was attending Santacon in L5P and didn't want to have to worry about driving after partying. Let me start by saying I didn't expect to be have all the luxuries of the Ritz Carlton. I've traveled on a budget and stayed at lot's of dives and hostels. What I was expecting for a hundred bucks was clean sheets, hot water and hospitality, after all I wasn't paying by the hour! I got clean sheets, no hot water and major hipster attitude. When I walked in and stepped up to the check in counter I said "Hi, how are you?, my name is_____ and my reservation number is _____ I'd like to check in" The response was a snarky "yeah I could figure that out" Not cool, but let's assume a lot of drunk Santa's came through and got the front desk guy worked up. I go to my room, unpack and turn on the shower, no hot water. I let it run another 10 minutes, It's an old building maybe it takes a while...no hot water. I call downstairs and nicely say " I don't have any hot water" I'm told yeah that happens sometimes. WTF! I head out, have a great time, come home and have a good nights sleep, surprisingly the hotel is really quiet. When I wake up to take a shower, no hot water. I call downstairs again and I'm told I woke up late (11am) check out is 12 and there probably won't be any hot water. Ok so the pluses are location, clean sheets, and a quiet room. The down side front desk people who are to cool to be bothered and NO HOT WATER. Management if you read this, I think these are two things that can easily be fixed, don't you? read more

The manager at The Highland Inn is a jerk. Sorry, but it's true. I gave that place almost $800 dollars, only to be treated like shit. If you like going to hotels where the bathroom faucet comes loose, and flies into your thigh while you're taking a shower, then The Highland Inn is your place. (I have a bruise to prove it) The tv works half the time. That's Awesome, and if you want to speak to someone in charge late at night.....Well.....Good Luck waking him up. read more

Fantastic and love love the people here! Yes you are not getting room service or a huge pool, but you get so much more! The customer service is always amazing and I feel comfortable and safe while going through so much medical at Emory! My home away from home! I love the entire feel of the hotel! Everyone is so nice and I love that I actually get a real key to my room! It's my hide a way and I love it! The front desk is amazing! Sunni totally rocks the front house and I will always stay here when I'm Atlanta! Hoping they survived the horrible weather! read more

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Great little hotel. The building is older, and the rooms are small, but it is clean and the staff are friendly. Bonus is that from here it's a 10 minute walk to Little 5 Points which is loaded with amazing places to eat, drink and shop such as Criminal Records and Elmyr. Will definitely stay here again the next time we are in town. read more

I had the experience at staying at the highland inn yesterday and it was a cool stay. It is old but location is the best and close to any and everything. I love the old feel and my room was clean but it does need a face lift. I went and stayed for one night so it wasn't the end of the world and it had cable tv so I was fine. I was able to rest well and start my day with no problem. If you are looking for a Hyatt hotel experience don't go here but if your looking for character this is your spot read more

Alright, so this was nothing like I expected. I didn't do my homework, however, so part of the responsibility falls on me. Actually probably a lot of the responsibility. Let's start with the good: It's super quaint and really charming. If there was ever a hotel that had charm, it'd be this one. The place was built in 1927, so this is around the Great Depression so it's got that old timey feel. Downstairs is the Highland Lounge where there's live music and a place to hang out from time to time. Downstairs is Cafe 640. We had a good afternoon snack experience! The front desk staff is very friendly and helpful. Wi-Fi was stable and easy to connect to. The bad: The beds are terrible. Super bouncy. The room we booked had a full sized bed in it. We asked for a bigger bed and they said the largest they had was a queen for $20/day more. "Okay, you got me. I screwed up. We'll take it." Well, it too was super bouncy and the first night's sleep was agonizingly unrestful. So the next night, I slept part of the night on the bed, trying not to disturb the wife and vice-versa. Then I slept the remainder of the night on the floor. Not as comfy, but at least I wasn't waking up the wife when I picked my nose. The room is cooled by a window unit. I suppose it was enough. The wife took a shower in the evening and said, "That had to have been the worst shower I've ever taken... HOT, cold, HOT, cold, HOT, cold..." Apparently if anyone flushed a toilet the water got scalding hot. I took a shower in the afternoon and didn't experience anything like it. The door to the room needs special care in locking it. When we first left, I turned the key, thinking I was locking it, however, the deadbolt hit the jamb and not the hole in the jamb. It felt like it locked, so I took the key out and left. When we got back, I pushed the door open without using the key.. Ooops. Double check your door after locking to make sure you got it secure. We wanted to change hotels but had already paid for this one through Orbitz. Too bad.. =o/ Quaint, yes. Sleep, no. read more

Quaint hotel near the center of Atlanta. By this I mean, pleasingly or strikingly old-fashioned. Yet clean and comfortable. The back rooms are quiet. The shower work great. My girlfriend found one bug on a lamp in the room. No big deal. We are in the South in a traditional building. This hotel is so convenient in the great neighborhood of Virginia-Highland in Atlanta. It's much more personable than a big tower chain hotel. And the price is affordable. The restaurant for breakfast was excellent. Even my girlfriend liked it. :-) read more

This place is so adorable. I don't even care that the beds aren't that comfortable and it smells a little (keep in mind this place is almost 100 years old). If when you stay at a hotel, you want valet parking, room service, a gym, dry cleaning service, and bottled unicorn tears, this is not the place for you. The hotel has cute southern charm, the girl at the front desk was very friendly, there was a cat roaming around in the lobby area, there's cool stuff going on almost nightly in the lounge, and it was super cheap. Win! read more