Legacy Group Opens Doubletree in Tucker, GA
APRIL 8, 2008. As the first full-service hotel in Tucker, Ga., Doubletree Hotel Atlanta NE/Northlake brings sophisticated comfort to a business savvy community. Now open, this contemporary mid-rise structure features an exclusive hi-tech lobby area with a WII video gaming area, a breathtaking waterfall structure, the popular two-story American pub, Marlow's Tavern, featuring the first city wide rooftop bar and more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Conveniently located within walking distance of more than 40 restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues, the exquisite hotel offers travelers and locals alike an unsurpassed level of high quality service and unique luxury.
"Business and leisure travelers visiting the Northlake area will appreciate the friendly and attentive hotel staff who greet every guest with a warm smile and Doubletree's signature warm chocolate chip cookie," said Tony Richardson, GM of Doubletree Hotel Atlanta NE/Northlake. "Our primary vision is to revive the hotel experience and provide today's travelers with more of the residential feel they enjoy at home."
Formerly a Radisson Hotel, the newly renovated Doubletree hotel brings a new wave of luxury to the quaint city. Leading the project is visionary developer David Marvin, owner and president of Legacy Property Group and Win Porter, owner of Medical Development Corporation, a primary investor in Legacy Property Group. The real estate development firm was the perfect match for transforming the former hotel into the innovative Doubletree hotel. More than 75 years of combined experience has enabled the company to define and develop innovative projects in the senior housing, hospitality and urban mixed-use development arenas. The Atlanta-based company's success also has been achieved with adaptive reuse of existing hotels such as the Doubletree hotel.
"Today's Doubletree brand is experiencing an incredible growth resurgence," said David Marvin. "Legacy Property Group recognizes their growth potential and is thrilled to be part of this major transformation in Tucker. Compared to neighboring hotels, The Doubletree hotel truly stands apart as a highly designed new hotel, restaurant and meeting amenity for the Northlake area."
The Doubletree hotel includes 183 richly furnished, contemporary guest rooms featuring three distinct luxury suite options. Unique accommodations include Doubletree Sweet Dreams bedding, 32'' flat screen televisions, Wolfgang Puck coffeemakers, oversized chaise lounges, wired and wireless high speed internet, free local phone calls, Luxurious accommodations complete with Doubletree Sweet Dreams bedding, 32'' flat screen TV featuring cable and pay per view movies, Wolfgang Puck coffeemakers, oversized chaise lounge, wired and wireless high speed internet, and free local phone calls.
Neutrogena bath amenities and clocks with portable CD or MP3 player connections. Additionally, each guestroom features creative water features to enhance guest relaxation.
Leisure travelers will enjoy special hotel amenities including: a workout facility with state-of-the-art Precor cardiovascular and strength training equipment boasting views of a Zen garden, heated outdoor swimming pool with a waterfall structure, exquisite landscaped gardens and an outstanding fire pit to keep warm in the cooler months. The outdoor pool area truly provides an exclusive location for social and business events.
With approximately 10,000 square feet of meeting space and a professional sales and catering staff, business travelers have everything on site for a successful event. The conference facilities are equipped with the latest in high-tech connectivity. Travelers will have convenient access to many Northeast Atlanta corporate headquarters and government agencies. The convenient location also offers easy access to Atlanta's most preferred travel destinations including Stone Mountain Park, Six Flags Over Georgia, CNN Center, Georgia Dome, Turner Field, Underground Atlanta, Phillips Arena and Fernbank Museum of Natural History.
For guests' dining pleasure, the two-story Marlow's Tavern will bring an energetic vibe to the hotel midyear 2008. Offering a diverse combination of classic dishes and gourmet fare, this modern tavern encompasses a neighborhood feel with an exciting open kitchen, communal bar tables and cozy booths. A spacious rooftop bar and patio on the second level will offer travelers and locals the perfect setting to unwind after a busy workday. For those guests who wish to stay in, Marlow's will provide the full menu for room service as well. Executive Chef and Co-Founder John C. Metz, Jr. and partner Thomas DiGiorgio continue to delight their guests with their fifth location at the Doubletree hotel at Northlake.
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