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ATLANTA
Creating Genuine Connections at Bellyard THIS WEST MIDTOWN BOUTIQUE HOTEL IS A MUST-VISIT DESTINATION By Lindsay Field Penticuff
O
ne of Atlanta’s fastest-growing neighborhoods is still gleam-
by local artisans and designers, including warm, white oak wood
ing over the opening of one of its newest boutique hotels:
flooring contrasting against dark wood accents, handcrafted
Bellyard, West Midtown Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.
custom suite tables, woven rugs and natural, industrial-style
A sophisticated hot spot that boasts 161 inviting yet contem-
walls and ceilings. It also includes more than 7,000 square feet
porary suites and guest rooms, Bellyard is managed by Pivot, the
of indoor and outdoor event space, as well as a 24-hour fitness
lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group, and
center, rooftop pool and bar and an outpost of the Saint Germain
owned by Three P Partners. The chic property is conveniently
French Bakery.
located in The Interlock, a $450 million modern, industrial-in-
“Our vision for Bellyard is a destination that mirrors the soul
spired mixed-use development, which quickly is becoming
and surroundings of Atlanta’s West Midtown neighborhood, where
known as the place to be for working, playing and staying.
both residents and travelers can create genuine connections,” says
Bellyard opened in May 2021 and has provided visitors not only
General Manager Brendan Abraham. “Bellyard embodies a refined
with outstanding, lavish accommodations, but also easy access
yet approachable escape that replicates the feeling of staying at a
to West Midtown and its incredible amenities, which include
lifelong friend’s home.”
refined boutiques, coveted restaurants and more.
Making the Connection
Based on first-hand experience with their approach to Hotel Bella Grace in Charleston, South Carolina, the team at Pivot is confident that they will be able to continue to innovate and deliver
West Midtown has a long history of industry and commerce that
the same level of excellence for this unparalleled new hotel, Chip
dates back to the cotton gin and railroad era. This district has
Patterson, partner with Three P Partners, explains. “In partnership
been active since 1837, and Bellyard pays homage to the history
with a best-in-class lifestyle operator, we are excited to create an
of the area and how industry and commerce continue to hold a
inventive journey for guests that celebrates the hard work and
key place in the neighborhood’s identity.
character of the historical stockyards that shaped the landscape
To start, the hotel’s design immerses guests in the rich history
of West Midtown and Atlanta at large,” he says. “Bellyard will be
of West Midtown Atlanta and The Interlock, nodding to the area’s
the place to come together with kindred spirits in a thoughtfully
historic stockyards and railroads with thoughtful touches curated
creative and inspiring environment.”
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