What to expect: Located two miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the five-story Best Western Hotel & Suites Airport South is within 13 miles of downtown attractions. An inviting lobby has two seating areas, a gas fireplace, and complimentary newspapers.

Amenity highlights: The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service every half-hour. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the lobby, and a small business center provides complimentary high-speed Internet access. Complimentary Continental breakfast is served daily.

Insider tip: Opened in December 2005, the Georgia Aquarium (surcharge) is one of the largest aquariums in the world. Located 13.5 miles from the hotel, the 500,000-square-foot facility houses more than 100,000 animals in eight million gallons of fresh and salt water.