The Candler Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton in Atlanta Attracts Acclaim with Numerous Travel Industry Awards and Nominations for Hospitality and Design
Honors include #1 Ranking on TripAdvisor
ATLANTA – May 3, 2021 – After opening in October 2019, The Candler Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton is attracting even more attention and recognition from the travel industry. Along with top ranking on TripAdvisor, the majestic property, centrally-located at 127 Peachtree Street NE in Downtown Atlanta, is also enjoying numerous accolades for stellar service and distinctive design in one of the most diverse cities in the country. As travel resumes in the months ahead, travelers will have even more opportunities to discover this remarkable hotel of merit.
“It is an honor to have The Candler recognized by the travel community and guests from around the world for its excellence in hospitality, service, and design,” says Steve Barick, Chief Operating Officer of Highgate, a premier real estate investment and management company that manages the award-winning hotel.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of Historic Hotels of America, the 17-story high-rise and the first steel skyscraper in Atlanta boasts a glorious past—initially built-in 1906 for Coca-Cola Founder and Former Atlanta Mayor Asa Griggs Candler. Today, the legacy endures with modern touches and timeless elegance for a new generation of guests.
“We are pleased to be recognized with these accolades, which is an affirmation of our team’s efforts to be the best hotel in Atlanta,” said Ann Collins, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Candler Hotel. “These awards will only further our commitment to provide guests with a memorable experience.”
Guests are invited to celebrate the recent accolades with The Candler Hotel by booking a room with the “Park and Stay” Package. With this special, guests will be able to enjoy complimentary valet parking included in their stay.
Hallmarks of Distinction
“On behalf of the entire development team and ownership, I am extremely proud and honored by all of the recognition already received by this truly magnificent building” says Stephen Miller, President of Thornhill Companies. Along with the #1 ranking on TripAdvisor in Atlanta among 192 hotels, the following are some of the many awards and accolades received by The Candler Hotel in 2019 and 2020.
2020 Boutique Design Magazine Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design – Best Hotel Upper Midscale Winner. As a recipient of one of the oldest and most prestigious awards for hospitality interiors, The Candler Hotel was recognized for the outstanding architectural work done during the transformation of the landmark Beaux Arts-style property, which included preserving its impressive interiors, original lobby, ornately carved marble and terra cotta exterior, and Tiffany rose windows overlooking the grand staircase, among a wide array of other elements.
2020 Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence Nominee Finalist – Best Historic Hotel 201-400 Guestrooms – From over 200 nominations, The Candler Hotel was recognized as a finalist in this awards program by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Historic Hotels of America, and Historic Hotels Worldwide.
2020 Best of Year Awards Finalist in the Hotel Transformation Category. Presented by Interior DesignMagazine, this premier industry award recognized designers, architects, and manufacturers worldwide, including designer Nicole Hollis of the renowned NICHOLEHOLLIS firm for its visionary interior design involving The Candler Hotel.
2019 Hilton Legacy Award – Curio Conversion of the Year Winner. This annual Hilton award program recognized The Candler Hotel for its transformation from a historic office building into one of the premier flagship hotels within the Curio Collection by Hilton. For more information, or to make a reservation, visit The Candler Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton or call 404-523-1200. Follow The Candler Hotel on Instagram @TheCandlerHotel.
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ABOUT CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON
Curio Collection by Hilton is an upper-upscale, global portfolio of more than 70 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts. Curio Collection properties provide travelers authentic experiences through distinctly local offerings and unexpected amenities tailored to every traveler type, all while providing the benefits of Hilton and its award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors. Read the latest brand and hotel stories at newsroom.hilton.com/curio; discover Curio Collection destinations through the eyes of locals with 48-hour itineraries at citiesbycurio.com; determine what kind of traveler you are by taking the curiosity quiz; and connect with Curio Collection on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
About Highgate
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Dallas, London, Miami, Seattle and Waikiki. www.highgate.com.