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Country Inn & Suites By Carlson-Buford at Mall of
1395 Mall of Georgia Boulevard
Buford, Georgia

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Buford-Mall of
2499 Satellite Blvd.
Buford, Georgia

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford
3250 Buford Dr
Buford, Georgia

Americas Best Value Inn-Buford/Mall of Georgia
4267 Buford Dr
Buford, Georgia

Wingate by Wyndham - Atlanta Buford
1355 Mall Of Georgia Blvd
Buford, Georgia

LEGACY LODGE AT LAKE LANIER
7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy
Buford, Georgia

Legacy Lodge & Conference Center
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, Georgia

Hampton Inn Atlanta-Mall of Georgia
3240 Buford Drive
Buford, Georgia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lani
4951 Bristol Industrial Way
Buford, Georgia

Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georg
1405 Mall of Georgia Boulevard
Buford, Georgia


Hotel Tips

Avoid booking poolside for kids playing during the day and gatherings at night. Sound bounces off of the water and voices carry so ask for a room away from the pool either on the opposite side of the hotel or in higher floors.

Call ahead to make sure your reservation is still active and rebook if there are any price drops or changes in number of people staying with you. Another cost saving tips is to bundle the stay with airport parking and shuttle to avoid hefty fees.

Other sources of noise can be opening and closing trash dumpsters and also during collection by garbage trucks. Another great question is if they have any renovation plans, or underway that could affect your ability to relax. Pack earplugs and eyeshades!



Things To Do

Buford micro breweries have popped up in downtown corridors to quench the thirst of local or traveller whos is looking for a one-of-a-kind experience for suds brewed on site. If you are looking for a light beer or something randy and dark, you are sure to find a wide assortment of options to choose from.

Buford is the place to go when you want to freshen up or replace your nails. Call ahead to schedule an appointment, pick your colors and style and let the transformation begin. Some salons offer hair styling and coloring as well as lashes and eyebrow coloring.

Buford gives several options to find the right piece of art as it takes time and a diligent effort to get just the right piece. Shopping for art downtown is the best way to locate your next purchase.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Catherine Payne
Great vibe! Low key. Feels like old time Hawaii.

Kathy Burchett
I've never been and I would like to visit the downtown area, during my visit. During our last visit, we were not aware of a downtown area. Thank You!!!

Gina Christ
Old time charm; friendly people

Mary Ann Schlumpberger
It is just a fun place to go! Love Blind Georges' popcorn

Darby
Visiting in July for the 1st time!


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