Great location, overall great experience

ShaggyMEB (Goldsboro, NC)
Review submitted: April 13, 2013   Date of arrival: April 6, 2013

Our party of four enjoyed a great stay in downtown Atlanta for the Final Four at this spot. Nice location Downtown, easy 0.5 mile walk to all the downtown attractions, and mere steps from the MARTA station which made getting to other spots around town a breeze. Only a couple of minor gripes: the water in the unit went out one morning and we were unable to shower or flush toilets. A quick call to the owner confirmed that it was the entire building out and they were working on it. After a trip to World of Coca-Cola and The Varsity, we returned to find everything back in working order. Also, the sheets on the full size bed didn't quite seem big enough, causing my wife and I to fight for sheets a bit at night. Overall, nice secure location, free parking just a block away is a major plus. Would certainly stay here again on a return trip to Atlanta and would recommend to friends looking for a no frills place to crash that is comfortable and convenient.

Recommended for: sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Good locations but needs an update

dm (Washington, DC)
Review submitted: April 8, 2013   Date of arrival: April 2, 2013

This studio is well located for the downtown attractions. The neighborhood gets a little sketchy at night, but we're urbanites so it wasn't a big deal. The apartment itself has nice bones, but needs some work. A new paint job. Bathroom in need of some TLC -- water would just appear on the walls, the shower is outdated. Kitchen is fine, and the beds comfortable. The WiFi was troublesome, but worked mostly. Biggest headscratcher? No cable TV. In this day and age?

Recommended for: sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Will Def Rent This Again

Dyferent (Nashville, TN)
Review submitted: January 30, 2013   Date of arrival: January 25, 2013

For the location and what we did on our stay there, this place was perfect. We didn't do any driving for our downtown activities. They place was nice, clean, and provided just about anything you’d need for your stay there. The wi-fi didn't work for us but that wasn't a big deal. The elevator did scare the heck out of us because when it closes, it makes a whistling noise. (HAHAHA)

Recommended for: sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Great Location Near the Georgia World Congress Center

Angela (Chicago)
Review submitted: December 14, 2012   Date of arrival: December 7, 2012

I was attending a conference at the Georgia World Congress Center. It is easily within walking distance which allowed me to go back and forth during the day. This was a life-saver for me, as I was having back pain. It is also within walking distance of many other tourist destinations (aquarium, centennial park).

The price is quite reasonable compared to hotels in the vicinity. The photos did reflect the rental's appearance and the bed was comfortable. There was some wear and tear in the bathroom, that often happens in the rentals, but the shower, toilet and sink functioned properly. There were some convenient touches, like drinks when you arrive, DVDs for TV, a brita filter (water tasted strange without) and a blow dryer.

If you have questions the best way to contact the owner is with her cell phone rather than email (some of my replies went to hw.com rather than the gmail.com address). There was some confusion with the internet (as the instructions on the check in paper work were incorrect), but it was resolved via a text message. I was a bit confused about gaining entry to the property, but she sent the key fedex to me, so that I had it the day before I left.

The area around the apartment is typical of downtown Atlanta with many people loitering around the McDonalds (next door). Some people asked for money, but did not bother me further when I walked by. I was traveling alone and am from Chicago so I am kind of used to it. If you are coming from a small town,you may feel more comfortable with another person. I felt safe once I was inside the apartment building. Once you walk one block further to the conference area, it feels safer. There is no healthy food nearby, you have to go a little ways to get some fruit and vegetable (directions to Publix were with check in information).

Overall if you are looking for a good value that is clean, functional and downtown, I would recommend this studio. If you want high-end luxury and no people loitering outside, you will have to pay well-over double the price and not have a kitchen to save money and cook.

Recommended for: families with young children, sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Cosy Apartment

Renita (London)
Review submitted: November 28, 2012   Date of arrival: November 1, 2012

I stayed at the Condo from the 11th November-14t November and I had travelled all the way from England. The only issue that we had in the beginning was that there was no one there upon arrival to give us the key but the security guard was nice enough to let us wait in the lobby.

The apartment is exactly how it looks in the pictures, very cosy and comfortable and the kitchen is fantastic. The location of the apartment is excellent it's right round the corner from the Five points Marta station which can connect you anywhere. I would definitely stay here again in the future.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Condo downtown Atlanta

me (Reno, Nv....USA)
Review submitted: October 9, 2012   Date of arrival: September 21, 2012

My cousin and I did a roadtrip through the south. Atlanta of course was on the map. We called a many hotels/motels and the prices were outrageous for just a room with 2 beds.
I had used the honeaway before in Oregon, so I thought lets try Atlanta.
We found a condo right downtown very convient to everything.
The best part about it was it was extremely affordable. We thought ok, it's afforable, but what's it going to look like.
OMG! that's all I have to say, it was PERFECT! Full kitchen, bath, 2 queen beds, free internet, free parking, free laundry,they even supplied the soap to do your laundry, all the comforts of home, we were on the 15th floor, had a beautiful view of CNN...etc.
This condo added to our fantastic time in Atlanta.
If I ever get the opportunity to return, trust me I will see if this place is available.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car

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PERFECT!!!

Gloria (Florida)
Review submitted: October 9, 2012   Date of arrival: October 4, 2012

I just wanted to take the time to say thank you for allowing us to
stay at your place. Everything was wonderful and comfortable. It was
clean, smelled amazing and the beds were great. The location was
perfect! We were all very pleased with our stay and thank you for
everything. If we ever have another event in Atlanta we will be sure
to contact you. Once again, thank you and God bless you!

Gloria

Recommended for: girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Walk to Aquarium

Carla (Brentwood, TN)
Review submitted: July 20, 2012   Date of arrival: July 9, 2012

The most depressing place I have ever rented on VRBO!
Please note when the listing says third bed is a "Twin/Single" this is a nasty looking mattress on the floor!
For the first several days we could not get the condo to cool properly.
We did not want to stay there at all but the owner was only willing to refund 50% of our $.
The ceilings have disgusting black spots.................
The hallway had a bad odor.

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Helpful votes: 8 / 8

Great Value for a Downtown Rental!

Toni K. ()
Review submitted: July 19, 2012   Date of arrival: June 22, 2012

As previously mentioned, this rental was a great value for our stay. The Owner was very efficient with responding and answering our queries. The location is just as the pictures display but is far roomier than I expected and the views exquisite! The building is secure and we did appreciate ability to access the parking in the next door building. However, as we were there to attend a conference at the World congress Center, we soon realized what a short distance it was to walk there, and to other attractions in the city. We really enjoyed our stay!

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Downtown Atlanta High Rise

Nick (Nashville, TN)
Review submitted: July 16, 2012   Date of arrival: June 28, 2012

The downtown condo we stayed was exactly as the pictures and videos had shown. I’d like to mention that there is a third bed. Plan on using it for the kids. It does not come with a frame and is tucked underneath the queen size bed.

Still it comes with bed linens and if you don’t mind tight spaces you can fit six people in here although however. I think the maximum amount is 4 people.

The building is within walking distance to Centennial Park, the world of coca cola, Phillips arena and all of it. Note that on Saturdays most of the businesses are closed. I’d skip the underground its not really worth your time. However, the MARTA is right next door and you can take the train to Midtown, or Lenox to the Mall. You don’t need a car it you want to sight see in the city. However, the unit does come with a free parking space. The unit comes conveniently with a cart so if you want to go food shopping this makes it easy to get the groceries into the unit.

Whole Foods, Publix and Trader Joes are all within 2 miles.
Great location, affordable, clean and well stocked and great price! I would recommend this place.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Helpful votes: 3 / 3

maintenance and housekeeping are lacking

Amy C. ()
Review submitted: March 28, 2012   Date of arrival: March 16, 2012

Both the housekeeping and maintenance were carelessly done, such as kitchen cabinets that don't close because they weren't installed correctly (and no top sheets on the beds -- we found them in a bag in the closet). The shower has either water pressure or hot water, but not both at the same time. The plumbing also has so much air in it that we thought it would explode right out of the wall at times. The hallway leading to the unit smelled like something had died on that floor recently. Overall, we were so disappointed with the condition of this property that we left two days before our reservation ended.

If you do stay here, be sure to make a thorough assessment of the kitchen and bathroom before heading to the grocery store or nearby CVS. No paper towels or napkins in the kitchen, for example.

The only positive is that the condo is close to some major Atlanta attractions, such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke, and CNN. Walking distance to these, which was convenient.

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Helpful votes: 5 / 5

Gret Value - Clean - Walk to Everything

Jason T. ()
Review submitted: March 8, 2012   Date of arrival: March 2, 2012

Great value for my stay. The room was clean and modern and located blocks away from our destination at Phillips Arena. The room looked exactly the same way as the pictures. Being this was my first vacation rental I was a little nervous at first. The unit comes with parking which saves money. The properties that I checked required extra for parking. I checked other hotels in the area and we couldn't beat the price! A CVS is right next door if you forget anything on your trip. You don't really need a car if you want to try using the Atlanta subway which we did. The weather was awesome and we were able to walk to the aquarium and we had dinner at Ruth Chris. I was surprised to see a Legal Sea Foods right next to the Park. I didnt know there was one in Atlanta.

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Helpful votes: 2 / 3

Downtown Atlanta Condo

Pam S. ()
Review submitted: February 21, 2012   Date of arrival: February 10, 2012

The location is perfect. Great Price. The place was clean and secure. It is right next to the MARTA train station so we we did not use the car. 15th floor gives views of the Dome and CNN center. Lots of great restaurants nearby and easy walking distance to Centennial Park and the Philips Arena. Already looking forward to our next stay!

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Helpful votes: 4 / 5

Modern Affordable - Great Location

shrndvs (Augusta, GA)
Review submitted: October 17, 2011   Date of arrival: August 4, 2011

Great Place. I would love to make it my own as a downtown getaway. It’s very comfy. The place is very stylish. The pictures are very accurate. It was very nice to stay in a place as warm an open as this place is.
This unit gets great morning light. If you don’t like a ton of light in the morning this place probably isn’t for you. The curtains allow you to black out the space if needed.

When we arrived there were snacks, wine and beer waiting for us. This was such surprise.

We jetted off to the grocery store to buy items and then realized that we could have arranged to have the items picked up for us before we arrived. There is an extra cost for this but it would have been nice to just have our stuff waiting.

Well there will always be a next time

Parking is included but we opted to walk to the tourist places and take Marta.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, pet-friendly, tourists without a car

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Helpful votes: 6 / 7

Downtown Condo - Vacation in Atlanta

M g (Oakland)
Review submitted: October 13, 2011   Date of arrival: September 23, 2011

A total of four people fit comfortably on the 3 beds. The location is perfect. The place was clean and had the most awesome light. You really felt like you were really in the city. It was right next to the MARTA train station so we took the train from the airport and we did not use a car.

The studio is immaculate and updated. 15th floor gives views of the Dome and CNN center. Breakfast at Landmark Café which is a couple of blocks away.

Happened upon one of the best sandwich I’ve ever been to called Reubens on Broad Street.

I’d probably skip the Underground and opt to go North towards CNN center to Mccormick and Schmidts and the food court.

We took the train to the Midtown Music festival and avoided the traffic. On the way back we stopped at Taco Mac and then came back to our condo.

Perfect Place, Perfect timing, and perfect fit.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Helpful votes: 7 / 8

Downtown - urban - stylish - centrally located

Lori - A (Pensacola, FL)
Review submitted: October 13, 2011   Date of arrival: September 28, 2011

This is an awesome place. It is centrally located within blocks of Centennial Park. The place is modern and updated (some vacation rentals had great reviews but the interior looked old at first glance). I wanted something contemporary and this fit the bill . The unit was clean, comfortable and smelled new.

I stayed her for an event at the Georgia Convention Center. I was able to walk there every day.

A CVS is right around the corner for extras and the subway is located right next door. You can park your car or you don’t even need one if you are coming from the airport. Head down Broad Street during the day for international restaurant row…wow the best Pizza at Mama Mias…the best Vietnamese..and of course a starbucks within 2 blocks.

There is also a 24 hour restaurant diner within 1 block away.
During my stay I toured the state capital and I also did the Segway tour. I hope to be back for the beer festival next year at Woodruff park.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Helpful votes: 4 / 4