Are these hotels inside Decatur or inside Atlanta?

Every hotel on this list sits inside Decatur city limits. Decatur is a separate incorporated city in DeKalb County, not a neighborhood inside Atlanta. The two share a MARTA rail connection but have distinct addresses and zip codes.

Which hotel is closest to Decatur MARTA station?

Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory at 130 Clairemont Ave is the closest on this list, about a 4-minute walk from Decatur station on the Blue and Green lines.

How long does it take to get from Decatur to downtown Atlanta by MARTA?

The Blue Line runs from Decatur station to Five Points in downtown Atlanta in about 20 minutes, with trains every 10 to 15 minutes during peak hours.

Which hotels in Decatur have verified sustainability programs?

All four hotels on this list participate in brand-level sustainability programs: Courtyard by Marriott (Serve 360), Hampton Inn & Suites (Hilton LightStay), Holiday Inn Express (IHG Green Engage), and Extended Stay America (Extended Stay Green Program).

Is there a luxury hotel in Decatur?

Decatur's hotel inventory does not include a 4- or 5-star property as of 2026. For upscale amenities, you can ride MARTA from Decatur station to Buckhead or Midtown in under 30 minutes. See our separate page for eco-friendly luxury hotels in the broader Atlanta metro.

Which Decatur hotel is best for extended stays?

Extended Stay America Atlanta Decatur is the strongest pick for longer visits. Rooms include kitchenettes, the property accepts pets, and rates are lower than the 3-star options on this list.

Hotels in Decatur near Atlanta with MARTA Access

Decatur is a separate city inside metro Atlanta, with its own walkable square, direct MARTA rail access, and a hotel scene that punches above its size. Every hotel on this list is inside Decatur city limits, not in an adjacent Atlanta neighborhood. Rankings follow a fixed order: sustainability programs first, then star rating, then walking distance to MARTA.

How we ranked these hotels

Each hotel had to clear three bars before making this list: a confirmed physical address inside Decatur city limits, verified operating status as of 2026, and a presence on at least one major booking platform. From there, hotels with documented brand sustainability programs ranked above those without. Higher star ratings came next, then MARTA access.

The list covers a mix of segments, with mid-range and extended-stay options. No hostels and no unverified properties.