Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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UnclaimedAtlanta Marriott Marquis is a major Marriott convention hotel in downtown Atlanta, distinguished by its 47-story tower and exceptionally tall interior atrium.
Last updated August 22, 2026
Overview
Atlanta Marriott Marquis is a large convention-oriented hotel in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, operated under the Marriott brand. The property occupies a 47-story tower that rises approximately 168.86 meters, or 554 feet, making it one of Atlanta's notable high-rise hotels. Its design was created by Atlanta architect John C. Portman Jr., with engineering support from Blake Van Leer, and construction was completed in 1985. The building is especially recognized for its dramatic interior atrium. At the time of completion, the atrium reached approximately 469.16 feet, or 143 meters, and was described as the world's largest. It extends through the height of the building and is arranged as two large vertical chambers separated by elevator shafts and connecting bridges. The unusual shape of the lower portion of the tower gives the structure a pronounced outward bulge. In side elevation, this profile has led to informal nicknames including the “Pregnant Building” and the “Coca-Cola Building,” reflecting its resemblance to a bottle of Coca-Cola. The hotel serves a broad convention and business-travel role, combining guest accommodation with meeting facilities, restaurants, a pool, a spa, a coffee shop, and concierge services. Its position in central Atlanta and its substantial vertical and interior scale make it suitable for large meetings, conferences, events, and leisure stays. Premium services include access to a concierge lounge on the 42nd floor for eligible Marriott loyalty members and guests staying in concierge-level rooms. The property underwent a major renovation between 2005 and 2008. The work reportedly involved an investment of $138 million and included refreshed guest rooms, new meeting rooms, a new pool, a spa, restaurants, and the addition of a Starbucks location. A further remodeling project took place in 2015, reportedly costing $78 million. That update included additional guest-room improvements, Stay Well rooms, and changes to the concierge lounge and related guest services. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis has also had a notable presence in screen media. Portions of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 used the property as a filming location for scenes representing the Capitol's tribute center. The hotel also appeared in the films Flight, Manhunter, Ghosted, and the promotional trailer for Spider-Man: Homecoming. Its distinctive atrium was used as the Time Variance Authority headquarters in the Disney+ series Loki, while one of its event spaces appeared as a wedding reception venue in Ms. Marvel. The property remains an active Atlanta hotel and convention venue. Its identity combines Marriott's full-service hospitality offering with the architectural spectacle of a landmark Portman-designed tower.
History
Atlanta Marriott Marquis was developed as a major Marriott hotel in downtown Atlanta and completed in 1985. The tower was designed by Atlanta architect John C. Portman Jr., whose work is strongly associated with large hotels organized around dramatic interior public spaces. Blake Van Leer provided local engineering support. The completed building rises 47 stories and reaches approximately 168.86 meters, or 554 feet. The hotel's most distinctive architectural feature is its enormous atrium. Extending through the building's interior, the atrium is divided into two vertical spaces by elevator shafts and bridges. At approximately 469.16 feet, or 143 meters, it was regarded as the tallest atrium in the world when the hotel was completed. The space became a defining part of the property's identity and contributed to the building's recognition beyond the hotel sector. The lower section's broad, rounded profile also produced the informal descriptions “Pregnant Building” and “Coca-Cola Building,” the latter referring to its apparent resemblance to a Coca-Cola bottle. Over time, the property was modernized to maintain its position as a large convention and business hotel. Its first major renovation took place from 2005 through 2008. The project reportedly cost $138 million and covered multiple areas of the operation, including guest rooms, meeting rooms, dining venues, the pool, spa facilities, and other public areas. A Starbucks location was also added during this period. These changes expanded and refreshed the hotel's mix of business, leisure, and food-and-beverage services. The hotel received another substantial remodeling in 2015, reportedly involving $78 million. This work included further guest-room updates, the introduction of Stay Well rooms, and improvements to the concierge lounge. The 42nd-floor lounge is reserved for qualifying premium Marriott loyalty members and guests staying in concierge-level rooms, reinforcing the property's full-service and loyalty-program positioning. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis has also become a recurring filming location. Its atrium and other interior spaces have been used to portray settings unrelated to Atlanta, including the Capitol tribute center in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. Parts of Flight were filmed at the hotel, and the property has appeared in Manhunter, Ghosted, and a trailer for Spider-Man: Homecoming. Its large interior spaces were later adapted on screen as the Time Variance Authority headquarters in Loki, and an event hall was used as a wedding-reception setting in Ms. Marvel. Today, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis remains an operating Marriott hotel serving convention delegates, business travelers, leisure guests, and private-event customers. Its commercial identity is closely tied to its downtown location, large meeting capacity, premium guest services, and architectural landmark status.
- 2015
Second major remodeling
[1]A reported $78 million remodeling updated guest rooms, added Stay Well rooms, and improved the concierge lounge.
- 2008
Major renovation completed
[1]The first major renovation program concluded after reported spending of $138 million.
- 2005
Major renovation begins
[1]A renovation program running from 2005 to 2008 began, covering rooms, restaurants, meeting areas, the pool, spa, and other facilities.
- 1985
Construction completed
[1]The 47-story Marriott hotel designed by John C. Portman Jr. was completed in downtown Atlanta.
- 1985
World-scale atrium completed
[1]The hotel's approximately 469-foot interior atrium was recognized as the world's largest at the time of completion.
Products and positioning
Upscale, convention-focused full-service hotel with landmark architecture and extensive meeting infrastructure
Hotel accommodation · 1985
Guest rooms and suites
The property provides full-service hotel accommodation in a 47-story downtown tower. Guest-room modernization formed part of both the 2005–2008 renovation and the 2015 remodeling, with the later project also introducing Stay Well rooms.
Business hospitality · 1985
Meetings and conventions
Meeting rooms and convention services are central to the hotel's positioning. The property serves conferences, business gatherings, and large events, with meeting facilities refreshed during the 2005–2008 renovation.
Event hospitality · 1985
Events and weddings
The hotel offers event venues for private functions, receptions, and weddings. Its large interior spaces and recognizable atrium provide a distinctive setting for social and corporate events.
Food and beverage · 1985
Dining and coffee services
The hotel's full-service offering includes restaurants and other food-and-beverage facilities. A Starbucks location was added as part of the renovation completed between 2005 and 2008.
Premium hospitality · 1985
Concierge-level services
Eligible premium Marriott loyalty members and guests staying in concierge-level rooms can access a concierge lounge on the 42nd floor. The lounge was among the guest-service areas updated in the 2015 remodeling.
Brand decisions
2015
Further remodeling and premium-room updateStrategyBackground
A second major property update followed the earlier renovation, with emphasis on guest rooms and premium guest services.
Action taken
The hotel remodeled guest rooms, introduced Stay Well rooms, and updated its concierge lounge and related facilities.
Aftermath
The work refreshed the accommodation product and strengthened the hotel's premium-service offering.
Reported remodeling cost. $78 million (2015)
2005
Comprehensive property renovationStrategyBackground
The hotel undertook a broad modernization program to refresh its accommodation, meeting, dining, wellness, and leisure facilities.
Action taken
Work carried out from 2005 to 2008 added or upgraded guest rooms, restaurants, meeting rooms, a pool, a spa, and a Starbucks location.
Aftermath
The project updated the hotel's core convention and full-service hospitality infrastructure.
Reported renovation cost. $138 million (2005–2008)
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