Hotel Palomar – too cool

I have visited so many event spots recently, I can’t keep up with the blogging! However, when I visited Hotel Palomar on Peachtree in Atlanta, I knew that I had to share the coolness of it. Sorry to sound like a nerd, but cool is the word that keeps coming to mind when I think about it. When I say cool, I mean upscale, artistically designed, stimulating and yet down to earth. Actually, the show Mad Men kept coming to mind (one of my absolute favorite shows). It kind of has that 60’s cool vibe to it, but in a very up-to-date way.

I met the super nice Kelly Treadway (director of catering sales) for a tour of the brand new hotel. I was completely thrilled. Kelly gave me a background on Kimpton Hotels (owner of all Palomar hotels). Kimpton is a San Francisco based hotel company – which explained the fantastic interior design. But, it also explains the other aspects built into the hotel – the fact that it is completely green (eco-conscious), and pet friendly. Now that last one is music to my ears! I’m proudly owned by two beautiful greyhounds and I love it when hotels cater to dogs – or cats, if you like. There are no extra fees for your pets and they even have staff that can pet sit while you are out. How cool!

So, those are nice perks, but their event space is really above and beyond. They have an enormous roof-top terrace. It is so gorgeous and gives a fantastic view of the Biltmore Building which is all lit up at night – see the Biltmore post from earlier. The terrace is complete with cabanas and an open air bar. And, with access to their restaurant, you can’t go wrong.

Now, on to the photos. But, I suggest that you check it out for yourself. I’m completely hooked and am dying for a chance to stay and vouch for their no-doubt stellar service as well!

The lobby of the Palomar. I love the fish tank! And, Kelly let me know that the animal print is a little something that Kimpton carries through in all their hotels.

Guest room

Banquets in the Palomar restaurant Pacci

Terrace at Palomar

The animal print robes that are in each guest room. Fun!