T+L’s Lodge Assessment of Fourth Atlanta

When most guests come to the unofficial capital of the South, aka the Massive Peach, they normally make a beeline for downtown or decidedly well-to-do Buckhead. However now, with the 2024 opening of Forth Lodge Atlanta, these neighborhoods are in a run for his or her cash — towering 16 tales above Historic Fourth Ward Park with 196 rooms, New Metropolis Properties’ newest hospitality enterprise brings boutique resort luxurious cool to one of the historic neighborhoods in Atlanta.

Forth Lodge is nestled deep inside a residential space, with easy accessibility to the Beltline, a 22-mile walk-and-bike path connecting 45 neighborhoods. I assumed I had probably come to the unsuitable deal with earlier than I acknowledged the signal for its signature restaurant, Il Premio. The expansive 12-acre property seems like a welcome sanctuary from the town and would work nicely for any event, whether or not you are in search of a wellness getaway, a workcation, or a fiery woman’s weekend vacation spot.

Though the resort opened lower than seven months in the past in June 2024, service at Forth ran like a well-oiled machine. Staffers rushed previous potted vegetation and bicycles to seize my baggage, and I seen they had been equally attentive to each visitor. The foyer had a refreshing, clear scent, and I appreciated that the entrance desk attendant gave me a bottle of water and requested about my day upon check-in. It felt like a very welcoming setting.

After I freshened up, I wandered across the property, the place vintage-inspired touches comparable to glass block home windows, beamed ceilings, slat wooden partitions, and disco balls transported me to a different (glossy and tasteful) time. When you’re bored with chilly, minimalist areas, you’ll love the heat of Forth’s design.

However, you need not test in to Forth to go to; the property is a social membership along with being a resort, and month-to-month membership charges begin at $295 per particular person. When you’re an area seeking to community or change up your work-from-home routine, I extremely advocate it. The bars are the proper setting for enterprise conferences or first dates.

Whether or not you’ve gotten plans to go to Previous Fourth Ward or wish to be located considerably close to downtown throughout your journey to Atlanta, it is the proper alternative — and even if you happen to do not, it is nonetheless price branching out for. This is what it is like to remain at Forth Lodge Atlanta.

The Rooms

I hardly ever stroll right into a resort room that appears larger in particular person than it does on-line, however that is precisely how I felt at Forth. I used to be glad that the seating space was massive and spacious — I might comfortably spin within the chairs with out situation. There was loads of room in between the seating space and the lavatory as nicely, so my journey companion and I did not need to awkwardly shuffle previous each other to flatiron our hair earlier than dinner. I am (admittedly) a power over-packer, and I appreciated the depth of the armoires and dressers, too.

The general vibe of the room was very peaceable, and rattan-covered bar cupboards, fluted entryway ceilings, and cream hues all labored in symphony to create a chilled area. When you like to remain linked, visitor rooms at Forth are outfitted with complimentary Wi-Fi, good TVs, and classic radio-style Revo Bluetooth audio system.

Meals and Drink 

Vacationers can take their choose amongst 4 eating places and bars at Forth. Il Premio was among the finest eating experiences I’ve ever had in Atlanta, a metropolis recognized for its meals scene. Il Premio offers an Italian steakhouse expertise and I had excellent dish after excellent dish right here. The rigatoni all’astice was agency and flavorful; the tagliolini was creamy with out venturing into mushy territory. I selected the ribeye from in depth steak choices — nothing disillusioned.

The opposite on-site, full-service eatery is the Mediterranean-inspired Elektra. Right here, I feasted on dishes comparable to olive oil pancakes served with heat peaches, saffron whipped butter, and recent herbs. I couldn’t put my fork down! The lamb sausage was additionally very spectacular. Elektra has each indoor and outside seating, so you possibly can select to take your meal poolside or indoors among the many restaurant’s hypnotic artwork.

When you like to begin your day with a cup of joe, head to the espresso store Bar Premio, which can be an excellent place to work remotely. Throughout my time on the resort, I made it a degree to seize a robust espresso and flaky pastry there earlier than my afternoon plans. And for cocktails with skyline views, it is arduous to beat Moonlight, Forth’s fashionable rooftop bar. Moonlight gives a inventive menu of blended drinks such because the Moonshadow (that includes bourbon, rum, espresso, and a splash of bitters) and the Dreamweaver (whiskey, vermouth, espresso liqueur, and grapefruit bitters) in addition to luxurious finger meals comparable to caviar bumps and steak tartare rolls. The ambiance was decidedly darkish and sultry, even at 3 p.m.

Actions and Experiences 

There is no query — Forth’s pool is the resort’s best amenity by far. Throughout my first night, I took just a few hours to lounge in one of many generously sized cabanas and benefit from the view. Elektra’s kitchen providers the pool, so that you don’t need to go inside for a meal. Throughout my pool session, I paired a hen wrap with a boozy Georgia peach popsicle — it was the proper indulgence. Nonetheless, if you happen to do not snag a cabana, there are rows and rows of lounge chairs. The sound system is not too loud, so you possibly can nonetheless simply have a dialog.

Health and wellness fans will discover a lot to like about Forth. The resort has a 20,000-square-foot, sun-drenched facility utterly dedicated to train and restoration, providing gear like energy racks, assault bikes, and Pelotons, in addition to good, old style kettlebells, treadmills, and lifting platforms. Nonetheless, if you happen to wish to get your coronary heart pumping within the nice outside, there are complimentary bikes and helmets that you should use to discover the Beltline. Forth additionally repeatedly holds group health courses specializing in high-intensity interval coaching (aka HIIT), yoga, and spin, in addition to mat and reformer pilates. The resort has received you lined post-workout, too, with a sauna, chilly plunge pool, and therapeutic massage weapons.

For these arriving on the property by automobile, Forth has valet parking for visitors beginning at $50 per evening, whereas self-service parking is $30 per evening. There’s additionally full laundry and room providers.

The Spa 

Earlier than dinner at Il Premio, I visited the lately opened spa — particulars and reserving data should not but obtainable on Forth’s web site. The spa’s menu contains quite a lot of massages with optionally available CBD oil and sizzling stone add-ons. The remedy rooms are well-lit and have spectacular views by means of massive image home windows.

Throughout my time on the spa, I relaxed within the eucalyptus-scented steam room and sauna. The spa has a number of enjoyable facilities together with Dyson Airwraps, individually wrapped vented brushes, and quite a lot of refreshments. I opted to prepare for my meal right here, and I sipped on fruit-infused water and listened to the spa’s smooth music as I did my make-up.

Household-friendly Choices

Forth Lodge’s finest family-friendly providing is probably its location: It is conveniently situated adjoining to Historic Fourth Ward Park, providing 17 lush acres of family-friendly enjoyable, a big playground, and a splash pad. Skyline Park at Ponce Metropolis Market is lower than a mile away from the resort, too, and is crammed with “Coney Island-style” video games like mini-golf, skeeball, and a goblet toss — make sure to try the three-story-tall slide whilst you’re right here.

Accessibility and Sustainability

Forth has accessible variations of all its room varieties, from the king rooms to its two-bedroom suites. Accessible lodging embrace options like roll-in showers and tubs, in addition to braille signage. All rooms and public areas might be accessed by way of elevator. Spa amenities at Forth are additionally ADA-compliant, and there’s a massive accessible restroom near its entrance.

Location

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Worldwide Airport (ATL) is about 12 miles and a thirty-minute drive from Forth Lodge Atlanta. Its location is ideal you probably have enterprise on the close by Intuit or FanDuel places of work — and it is fantastic if you happen to’re an artwork lover. Whereas I used to be staying at Forth, I considered displays on the Excessive Museum of Artwork (3 miles from the resort) and SCAD FASH Museum of Trend + Movie (3.5 miles away). I might get to each museums and again with out dealing with the fury of Atlanta site visitors, even at rush hour. Forth’s proximity to the outlets and eating places at Ponce Metropolis Market (lower than a mile away), can be an enormous plus.

Get the Most Worth Out of Your Keep

Forth is a part of Most popular Lodges & Resorts, a company representing 650 hospitality manufacturers around the globe. You may ebook stays at Forth Lodge with factors amassed by means of the I Choose Lodge rewards program.