The Hyatt Regency Atlanta, built in 1967 by Atlanta's landmark architect, John Portman, transports guests to the late 1960s space race. The indoor glass elevators were modeled after the capsules that led early astronauts from the earth into the Gemini spacecraft. These enclosures transport Hyatt guests between floors and skyward to the hotel's penthouse revolving restaurant. Polaris revolves around the city's skyline once every 47 minutes, allowing diners to gaze not only into each other's eyes, but also at a 360 view of Atlanta.
Dinner includes a bottle of wine and four courses.
The Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, retains a few touches from its former existence as the Hotel Nikko. Most noticeable is the Japanese Zen Garden, maintained by a horticulturalist who travels twice a year from Japan to tend his masterpiece. The W in Perimeter Center greets guests with a candlelit lobby each night.