Best places to stay in ATL for LSU/UNC?

3 places on 14th street; Marriott, Sheraton and Hilton (i think) gets you in the middle of all the maddness. 2 blocks from Marta and Jocks & Jills across from the Dome is a huge LSU spot. Construction on 14th street "should" be complete by then. The Hilton listed above may be a 4 Seasons. Marta is the best way to get to the dome and out w/o dealing w/ traffic issues. Also, should be a nice place to stay at the Atlantic Station developement. Lots of rest. and shopping if you have a misses in tow.

matter of preference... tons of downtown hotels, but not as many restaurants, etc.

We prefer to stay in Buckhead b/c there is more to do.. restaurants, shopping, bars... then just hop on the train to the game. Last few times we've stayed at the JW marriot in buckhead b/c it is attached to the big mall and it's right across the street from the train...also, free shuttle in buckhead area.

So many good hotels that you don't have to worry about booking early

Jocks and Jills is closed. Atlantic Station has been overrun with gangstas, the sports bar there changed owners a couple of months ago.

Any of the hotels right downtown are in easy walking distance to the action, use hotels.com and find a good deal unless you just want to stay in a 3 star.

Watch the Rant and other boards for notices of special events. The local chapter always has a throwdown the night before and other suggestions for local bars friendly to LSU fans. Check them out directly at www.LSUatlanta.com. They host FIVE local football view ins during the season and drew 700 to their bowl party for the Chikn Bowl.

There is no place "near the dome."

Downtown has lots of hotels, but you really need to take MARTA from them to the Dome, & expect the streets to be empty when you get back if it's a night game.

I recommend staying in Buckhead, where there are actually people & things to do. The same train will get you to the Dome.

The Omni is an easy walk to the dome,a couple of good resteraunts and bars onsite.