THE HISTORY OF THE GEORGIAN TERRACE
More Than a Historic Hotel
Since 1911, the Georgian Terrace has stood among Atlanta's most defining landmarks. Rich in a unique architectural beauty, cultural significance, and genuine hospitality, the history of the Georgian Terrace continues to be a warm welcome to a new modern generation of travelers seeking an experience that feels both iconic and unmistakably current.
Built to Stand
the Test of Time
The Georgian Terrace has long been woven into Atlanta's cultural fabric. Since 1911, it has welcomed notable figures including F. Scott Fitzgerald, President Calvin Coolidge, and Walt Disney. It served as the setting for the glamorous Gone with the Wind premiere celebration and later became home to the Electric Ballroom, where artists like Bruce Springsteen, Patti Smith, Billy Joel, and The Pretenders helped write another remarkable chapter in the hotel's enduring story.
Atlanta's
Creative Spirit
Creativity has long been part of the Georgian Terrace story. Through our partnership with SCAD, guests enjoy exclusive savings on gallery admissions while discovering rotating exhibitions that celebrate emerging artists and strengthen Atlanta's vibrant community.
The Georgian Terrace History FAQ
For more than a century, The Georgian Terrace has stood at the corner of Peachtree Street and Ponce de Leon Avenue, welcoming generations of Atlantans, travelers, performers and notable guests. Discover the stories behind one of Atlanta's most historic hotels.
The Georgian Terrace opened in 1911 in Midtown Atlanta.
For more than a century, the hotel has been part of Atlanta's cultural, social and architectural history from its prominent location on Peachtree Street.
The Georgian Terrace is located at 659 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Ponce de Leon Avenue and directly across the street from the Fox Theatre.
The Georgian Terrace celebrates its 115th anniversary in 2026.
The hotel opened in 1911 and continues to welcome guests in the heart of Midtown Atlanta today.
Since opening in 1911, The Georgian Terrace has played a role in Atlanta's social, entertainment and cultural history.
Over the decades, the hotel has welcomed prominent guests, hosted significant celebrations, served as a gathering place during important Atlanta cultural moments and maintained a close connection with the performing arts.
The Georgian Terrace played a memorable role in Atlanta's celebration of the 1939 premiere of Gone with the Wind.
When the film premiered in Atlanta, members of the film's cast and its director gathered at The Georgian Terrace for a gala celebration associated with the premiere.
That moment remains one of the best-known chapters in the hotel's history.
The Georgian Terrace welcomed members of the film's cast and its director during Atlanta's celebrations surrounding the 1939 premiere of Gone with the Wind.
The hotel's connection to the premiere remains an important part of its history.
In 1918, while attending Georgia Tech, Arthur Murray began teaching dance lessons in The Georgian Terrace's ballroom.
According to the hotel's historical records, this marked the first time Murray taught dance under his own name, years before the Arthur Murray name became internationally recognized.
Yes. Walt Disney stayed at The Georgian Terrace in 1946 when Song of the South premiered at the Fox Theatre across the street.
His stay is one of many examples of the hotel's long connection to Atlanta's film and entertainment history.
In 1970, legendary Atlanta concert promoter Alex Cooley opened the Electric Ballroom at The Georgian Terrace.
The venue became part of Atlanta's music history and hosted a number of notable performers.
Over its long history, The Georgian Terrace has welcomed actors, musicians, filmmakers and other notable guests.
The hotel's story includes connections to figures such as Arthur Murray and Walt Disney, along with performers and guests associated with Atlanta's film, theater and music history.
The Georgian Terrace sits directly across Peachtree Street from the historic Fox Theatre.
Over the decades, the two landmarks have shared countless moments in Atlanta's entertainment history, from major film premieres to modern Broadway productions, concerts and performances.
Today, The Georgian Terrace serves as an Official Hotel and Restaurant Partner of the Fox Theatre.
Yes. The Georgian Terrace is a member of Historic Hotels of America, recognizing its place among historically significant hotels in the United States.
Yes. Although The Georgian Terrace has evolved and been updated throughout its history, the hotel retains the grand character and architectural details that have made it a recognizable Atlanta landmark for generations.
Guests can experience its historic atmosphere while enjoying modern hotel accommodations and amenities.
Yes. The Georgian Terrace welcomes locals and visitors to experience its restaurants and bars, attend events and enjoy public areas of the hotel.
Dining at Livingston Restaurant + Bar or Edgar's Proof & Provision is a great way to experience the atmosphere of this historic Atlanta landmark.
Yes. The Georgian Terrace continues its long tradition of hosting weddings, meetings, celebrations and social events.
Its historic ballrooms and event spaces allow today's guests to celebrate within a property that has hosted notable Atlanta gatherings for more than a century.
Yes. Because the Fox Theatre is directly across the street, guests can pair a performance with dinner, cocktails and an overnight stay at The Georgian Terrace.
The hotel's relationship with the Fox Theatre continues its longstanding connection to Atlanta's performing arts and entertainment scene.