Emory University Hospital-Adult  Travel Planning Guide

Overview and Travel Assistance


Atlanta, the capital of the state of Georgia, rests in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, 1000 feet above sea level, in the northwest portion of the state. It derives its name from the Western and Atlantic Railroad, which made the city a major transportation hub. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport maintains that designation, as the busiest airport in the world and a major hub for Delta Airlines. During the Civil War’s Battle of Atlanta, most of the city was burned to the ground; when it was rebuilt during the Reconstruction period, the architecture more closely resembled northern cities than its neighbors in the south. Atlanta was the birthplace of Coca-Cola, Martin Luther King, Jr., and “Gone With the Wind” novelist Margaret Mitchell. The film based on her book, which depicts the Battle of Atlanta, had its premiere at Atlanta’s Loew’s Grand Theatre in 1939, with stars Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable in attendance. Hosting the 1996 Summer Olympics brought great change to Atlanta, from transportation to the economy and demographics. It is home to the MLB’s Braves, the NBA’s Hawks, and the NFL’s Falcons, as well as the Georgia Aquarium, which is the world’s largest. Although Georgia is called the Peach State, you won’t find many peach trees in Atlanta; but you will find more than 70 streets, roads, and avenues with the word “peach” in their names. The most famous is the Downtown thoroughfare, Peachtree Street.


There is a lot of precipitation in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Temperatures are relatively mild, but there can be large swings during the summer and winter, with the potential for large snowstorms. Don’t forget to check the weather a few days before you visit.


To learn the basics for the Center of Excellence at Emory University Hospital, click here. For a deep dive into all of your travel and housing options, expand each of the categories provided on this page. To dig into local lodging, including hotels and short-term rentals, scroll down, and click on the tab of your choice.


Travel Assistance


General tips

  • Use points from credit cards or other loyalty programs to cover some or all of your travel costs.
  • Sign up for loyalty programs with credit cards, airlines, and hotels in order to earn points for your travel. This is particularly useful if you know you will be visiting your COE multiple times and can continue to accrue those points.
  • Considering joining AAA. Members receive excellent discounts, especially at hotels.

Guest Services (404-712-5619)

  • Our Guest Services Team are the face of Emory University Hospital. They are here to tend to the needs of our patients and guests. The guest services desk is located in the main lobby of the hospital. For more information, please call 404-712-5619.

Lori Fund 

  • The HCMA Lori Fund will provide micro travel grants to HCM patients traveling to an HCMA-recognized Center of Excellence for care or HCM patients traveling to a facility for heart transplant care. Awards up to $600.00 are available per calendar year. 

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Getting to & Getting Around Atlanta

Getting Around  Atlanta


Air Travel

International Airports within 100 miles:


Domestic airports within 100 miles


  • Angel Flight East (215-358-1900) provides free air transportation to qualified patients and their families by arranging flights to distant medical facilities. Mention that you are affiliated with the HCMA.
  • Miracle Flights (800-359-1711) provides free flights to those in need of life-changing medical care not available in their local communities.

Car

  • East-West highway routes: Interstate 20
  • North-South highway routes: Interstates 75 and 85 and Route 19
  • Ring road around Atlanta: Interstate 285
  • Approximate driving times to Atlanta, GA are:

1 hours 15 minutes from Athens, GA

2 hours 15 minutes from Birmingham, AL

3 hours 45 minutes from Savannah, GA

3 hours 45 minutes from Nashville, TN

3 hours 45 minutes from Charlotte, NC


Rental car


Amtrak

Click here to navigate to the HCM Center of Excellence via public transportation.


Bus

Greyhound and Flixbus stop at:

Click here to navigate to the HCM Center of Excellence via public transportation.

Click here to navigate to the HCM Center of Excellence via public transportation.

  • Atlanta Airport (Hartsfield-Jackson International) at 6000 North Terminal Drive, Atlanta, GA 30296

Click here to navigate to the HCM Center of Excellence via public transportation.



Getting Around

The Emory Heart & Vascular Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Program is located on the 2nd Floor of Emory Clinic Building A, which is located at 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30322. Start here for an overview of getting to the COE. Below are more specifics:


Rental car


Car service, taxi, or rideshare

  • Taxi in Atlanta, GA
  • Uber or Lyft

Download these rideshare apps to your phone to see local rates and services

  • ZipCar is widely available in Atlanta

Public Transportation

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is the principal public transport operator in the Atlanta metropolitan area and operates a network of bus routes linked to a rapid transit system consisting of 38 subway stations.


Interactive System Map

Stops at Clifton Rd @ Fishburne Dr

A 3-minute walk to the COE

 Inman Park (Blue Line)

 Lindbergh Center (Red and Gold Lines)

  Stops at N Decatur RD NE @ Clifton Rd

            A 7-minute walk to the COE

Decatur (Blue Line)

Midtown (Gold Line)


  • Bicycle share/bike lanes or paths

Biking in Midtown Atlanta

The Best of Atlanta, Georgia by Bike

Atlanta Cycling Festival



Navigating the COE & Accessibility

Emory Heart & Vascular Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Program

1365 Clifton Road Northeast

Building A, 2nd Floor

Atlanta, GA 30322

Phone: 404-778-5299 


The Emory Heart & Vascular Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Program is located on the 2nd Floor of Emory Clinic Building A, which is located at 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30322. It is part of the Clifton Main Campus, next to Emory University Hospital, which is located at 1364 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30322.


Maps


Directions:

  • From the South: Take I-75/85 Northbound: I-75 joins I-85 in Atlanta. Proceed from I-75 to I-85 North. Stay on I-85 to Clairmont Road, exit #91. After exiting, follow the signs to Decatur. Drive 4-5 miles on Clairmont Road to North Decatur Road. Turn right onto North Decatur Road. Proceed one mile to Clifton Road. Turn right onto Clifton Road. The hospital is 100 yards on the left.
  • From the North: Take I/85 Southbound: Exit Clairmont Road, exit #91. After exiting, follow the signs to Decatur. Drive 4-5 miles on Clairmont Road to North Decatur Road. Turn right onto North Decatur Road. Proceed one mile to Clifton Road. Turn right onto Clifton Road. The hospital is 100 yards on the left.

Parking:

Self-Parking:

  • Parking decks are located just off Clifton Road, directly behind Emory Clinic Building B. There is a pedestrian bridge connecting the parking decks, called Lowergate West and Lowergate East, to Emory Clinic A, where the HCM Center of Excellence is located.

NOTE: Parking Deck Maintenance through Summer 2025


Please allow extra time to find parking when you arrive for your appointment. The Lowergate East & West parking decks for Emory University Hospital and The Emory Clinic, at 1365 Clifton Road, will have ongoing maintenance. Parking may be more limited than usual. 


Valet parking 

  • Available on the south side of the hospital 24 hours, 7 days a week. Valet charges cover both parking and valet service.
  • Also available outside Emory Clinic A, where the HCM Center of Excellence is located, and Emory Clinic C (Winship)

Accessibility


Language Interpretation Services (404-727-3648)

  • Emory Healthcare provides free access to several types of interpreter services for deaf, hard of hearing, or non-English speaking patients and family members.



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Hotels and Lodging

Lodging


There are plenty of lodging options in the Atlanta, GA area. Click on the links below for our specific recommendations.


Specialized Accommodations: N/A


A few items of note:


The following services are available if you need durable medical equipment at your lodging location:


Hotels


The annual average nightly hotel room rate in the Atlanta, GA area (excluding taxes) in 2025 is: $182 from April 1-December 31 and $197 from January 1-March 31. To find the best deals on hotels that don’t offer a COE discount, check the Offers or Specials page of the hotel website. 


Many lodging options that do not include a kitchenette do have refrigerators and/or microwaves available to guests. You may need to request them in advance.


We’ve researched some HCM patient-friendly amenities you may wish to take advantage of, including patient pricing discounts, connecting rooms, kitchenettes, and courtesy shuttles. While you can use the Piedmont Atlanta Lodging List, our list of hotel recommendations is below.


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We hope you’ll use the list below to assist in your hotel search:



The University Inn at Emory (404-634-7327)

3-star hotel; There is a room rate (including continental breakfast and wireless internet) for patients at Emory medical facilities, which varies based on room availability; be prepared to present a letter or other documentation from the hospital/doctor's office at check-in. Letters can be acquired at Guest Services or by calling 404-712-5619. Connecting rooms are available and can be guaranteed if you make the request at the time of reservation. Every room has a mini fridge and a microwave. There are some rooms with full kitchens (these rooms are under construction Spring 2025 but are slated to re-open later in the year). Free self-parking is available on site (Note: if you make your reservation through a 3rd party website, you will have to pay for parking). 

  • COE Discount Available
  • Connecting Rooms Available
  • Kitchenette
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Self-Parking Available On Site (free)
  • TripAdvisor Top 10 Reviews
  • Google Top 10 Reviews

Emory Conference Center Hotel (404-712-6000 or 1-800-933-6679)

3-star hotel; There is a "Hospital Rate" of $179/night plus tax for either a King Room or a Double Queen Room. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed. There is a mini fridge in every room, while microwaves are available on each floor or by request for your room. There is a hotel courtesy shuttle, which runs daily from 7:00 am-9:00 pm, that can take you anywhere on the Emory campus, on a first-come, first-served basis at the front desk. Paid self-parking is available on site.

  • COE Discount Available
  • Connecting Rooms Available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Hotel Courtesy Shuttle
  • Self-Parking Available On Site (paid)
  • TripAdvisor Top 10 Reviews
  • Google Top 10 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta-Emory University Area (404-320-0888)

3-star hotel; There is an "Emory Hospital Rate" of $139/night plus tax for any room type. Breakfast is complimentary. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed. There is a mini fridge and a microwave available in every room. King suites have pull-out sofas. Free self-parking is available on site.

  • COE Discount Available
  • Connecting Rooms Available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Self-Parking Available On Site (free)

Courtyard Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory (404-371-0204)

3-star hotel; There is an "Emory Hospital Rate," which fluctuates based on hotel occupancy; call the hotel and ask to speak to the Sales department for specifics. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed. There is a mini fridge and a microwave in every room. There are sofa beds in the King Suites and Executive King rooms. Paid self-parking is available onsite in their underground parking garage.

  • COE Discount Available
  • Connecting Rooms Available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Self-Parking Available On Site (paid)
  • TripAdvisor Top 10 Reviews
  • Google Top 10 Reviews
  • Self-Parking Available On Site (Free)

Short-term rentals

Short-term rentals are available in the Atlanta, GA area, and the list below includes sole occupancy/single unit properties, some of which have one or more accessibility features. Review each individual listing for specifics. 


BCA Furnished Apartments: Studios on 25th and Brookwood Courtyard

Short-term and extended-stay furnished apartment rentals in Atlanta

Low-cost temporary housing solution with kitchens, parking, and onsite laundry


Kasa Studio Revival Atlanta 

Average review (1-5): 4.9

Studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom furnished units

Accessible studio available

Onsite laundry

Kitchen


Luxury private suite in modern home in O4W

Average review (1-5): 4.97

Apartment/Condo

Self check-in

Kitchenette


Peaceful & Comfy Condo in the heart of all the action!

Average review (1-5): 4.87

Apartment/Condo

Self check-in

Onsite laundry

Kitchen

Onsite parking


Lux Family Friendly Midtown Bungalow 3BR/2BA

Average review (1-5): 4.99

House

Self check-in

Onsite laundry

Kitchen

Onsite parking


New Soaring Sunset by Atlanta Luxury Rentals

Average review (1-10): 10

Apartment/Condo

Onsite laundry

Kitchen

Onsite parking



Places to Eat & Amenities

Places To Eat

Clifton Cafe

Located on the 2nd floor of the Hospital Tower

Open Monday-Friday

Breakfast: 6:30 am-10:00 am

Lunch: 10:00 am-2:30 pm

Dinner: 3:30 pm-8:00 pm


Coffee Central

Located on the 2nd floor of the Main Hospital

Open Monday-Friday

6:00 am-8:00 pm

Open Saturday-Sunday

9:00 am-4:00 pm


Mocha Delites Coffee House & Deli

Located in Building A

 - Open Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-5:00 pm


Located in Building B

 - Open Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm

 - Open Friday, 9:00 am-2:30 pm


Located in Building C

 - Open Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-4:00 pm


Restaurants


Grocery Stores

  • Publix at 2155 North Decatur Road, Decatur, GA 30033
  • Kroger at 1799 Briarcliff Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

Delivery Services 

Download these food delivery apps to your phone to see local rates and services

  • Grub Hub
  • Doordash
  • Postmates
  • Uber Eats
  • EatStreet

Amenities


Pharmacy

US Post Office


Shopping areas:

  • Atlantic Station at 1380 Atlantic Drive Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30363
  • Buckhead Village at 3035 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30305

Tourism & Recreational Destimations

Tourism/Recreational Destinations


Visitor Information

Sports

Outdoor Activities/Scenic hiking/trails

Parks and Playgrounds

Museums and galleries

Performing Arts

Music

Attractions


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Travel information is provided through a collaboration between The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association and Reasonable Accommodations LLC.

The HCMA and Reasonable Accommodations will make their best effort to keep the Patient Travel Planning Guide as current as possible. The HCMA cannot give any guarantees with regard to the prices, opening times, and availability of any specified facilities. Additionally, just because facilities are mentioned does not necessarily mean that these will always be available. Changes may also have been made to the specified prices, opening times, and availability.