The highly anticipated Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta is now officially open. Tucked away in the elegant neighborhood of Buckhead, The Sylvan Hotel is a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel with a mid-century modern design scheme, complimented by a splash of understated sophistication and heartfelt Southern hospitality. The hotel includes 217 guest rooms, a vibrant living room lobby, a refreshing private pool, and over 4,000 square feet of meetings and events space. Aptly inspired by Atlanta’s nickname of “the city in a forest” and the arboreal abundance in the hotel’s own backyard, the name “Sylvan” is derived from the Latin term “silva,” meaning “forest.” Themes of trees, greenery, and nature resonate throughout the hotel, from the guest rooms to the lobby and beyond.
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
The crown jewels of The
Sylvan are its three unique indoor and outdoor dining and drinking
concepts: The Betty, Willow Bar, and St. Julep. The Betty features an
elegant, old-Hollywood atmosphere and Continental cuisine from Executive
Chef Brandon Chavannes. Seamlessly blending intimate sophistication and
Southern hospitality, the menus nod to mid-century supper clubs, but
with modern twists. The lavish restaurant features 175 seats throughout
its interior dining room, bar, and a 1,100-square-foot outdoor patio –
creating the perfect gathering place for Atlantans and visitors alike.
Willow Bar, a dreamy, tucked away outdoor garden bar, and St Julep, a funky rooftop bar and restaurant with panoramic Buckhead views, will both open later this spring.
THE DESIGN:
Throughout the entire property
– from the guest rooms to the restaurants and bars – one of the primary
intentions of The Sylvan Hotel’s design team was to work with the
inspiring bones of the mid-century building and create a series of
intimate spaces visually connected to one another with a subtle shift of
identity and vibe as you move through them. Each space connects to the
property’s surrounding greenery and allows natural light to filter in
and highlight a beautifully edited palette that’s bright and precisely
executed with original furniture pieces. The focus of the lobby living
room is an oversized, curved fireplace wall accented with glazed tile
and stone, and afternoon light from the lobby-adjacent Willow Bar
filters through a stained-glass wall composed of sweet, gentle pastels
that add a spectacular glow to the living room’s clean palette.
As they move through the space, guests will find that each of the restaurant and bar venues maintains its own personality: The Betty is dark and moody with a charming nostalgic nod; Willow Bar transports guests through meandering pathways to a delightful garden appointed with one-of-a-kind vintage pieces and a series of tucked-away spaces that can be made private or communal; and St. Julep showcases an unexpected combination of color and pattern that’s accentuated by a combination of funky furniture finds.
The Sylvan also boasts a highly curated and eccentric art collection. Selected in conjunction with Soho Myriad Art Consulting, the hotel’s art display ranges from contemporary to vintage pieces featuring artists from Atlanta and beyond.
Led by Matthew Goodrich of New York City’s award-winning design firm Goodrich and Kimpton’s Global SVP of Design, Ave Bradley, the property has been transformed into a mid-century dream as The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel welcomes guests into the glamorous world of days-gone-by.
THE ROOMS:
Featuring
217 spectacularly appointed spaces, the guestrooms at The Sylvan Hotel
are incomparably en vogue, designed with simple lines, intriguing
textures, and contemporary comforts like apothecary bath potions, Frette
linens, cozy bathrobes, and skyline or garden views. And the hotel’s
past life as a luxury community has laid the groundwork for an abundance
of guest amenities, including:
State-of-the-art fitness center
Cruiser bikes for breezy rides
Special comforts for your pets
Hosted evening social hour
Morning coffee + tea service
In-room yoga mats
Same-day dry cleaning and laundry
Premium Bluetooth speakers
Daily newspapers delivered electronically
For
guests interested in little extra space and flair, the Magnolia
Hospitality Suite features unfettered access to the charms of privacy
and poolside living. Guests may host gatherings of up to 50 friends amid
a modern-meets-retro design, a living room of stylish furnishings and
modern technology, and a dining table for ten. A spacious bathroom and
queen-size Murphy bed round out the conveniences. For open-air
festivities, guests may simply step out onto the adjoining poolside
patio and enjoy the Georgia breeze.
MEETINGS, WEDDINGS, AND EVENTS:
The
Sylvan Hotel has over 4,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting and
event space – each aptly named for a tree or flower that can be found in
Buckhead – built for guests who place a premium on personal service and
boutique design. The beautiful 1,900-square-foot Camellia Ballroom –
perfect for weddings and large events – accommodates groups of up to 225
reception-style or 125 banquet-style, while two smaller meeting rooms –
the intimate Dogwood, with a capacity of 14 people, and the Gingko,
which can hold 25-70 – are ideal for board meetings, private dinners or
receptions, and small group off-sites. When it’s time for a team
gathering — or simply a break from all-day meetings — the hotel has
curated a number of local experiences to allow meeting groups to get a
feel for the unique culture and flavors of Atlanta.
KIMPTON’S APPROACH TO CLEAN:
The
Sylvan Hotel team is continuing to monitor developments and follow
guidance provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), Word Health Organization (WHO), and the State of Georgia. In
addition to their rigorous standard housekeeping routines, frequency of
cleanings has been increased and the team is performing enhanced
disinfection protocols in the hotel and all restaurants. Please read
more about the hotel’s safety protocols and Kimpton’s Approach to Clean
here.
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