Nestled near local attractions, 1st Place Hotel offers a serene retreat with a garden and terrace. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the seasonal pool or get some work done in one of two meeting rooms.
Panola Mountain State Park - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
Stonecrest Mall - 9 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County) - 29 min drive
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 30 min drive
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 32 min drive
Atlanta Peachtree Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 8 min walk
J J Fish& Chicken - 9 min walk
Kroger Fuel Center - 10 min walk
About this property
1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta
1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta puts you within a 15-minute drive of Stonecrest Mall and Zoo Atlanta. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.
At a glance
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Hotel size
160 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Working away
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
ATM/banking
Seasonal outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from March to September
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number Business License
Also known as
1st Place Hotel Hotel
1st Place Hotel Decatur
1st Place Hotel Hotel Decatur
Frequently asked questions
Does 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at 1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta and nearby?
1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta has a seasonal outdoor pool.
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Reviews
1st Place Hotel Decatur I-20 East Atlanta Reviews
5.0
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5.8
Cleanliness
2.8
Amenities
5.2
Staff & service
5.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Was a very nice stay
Zakiya
Zakiya, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 11, 2021
Upon arrival we were informed that we still owed $48 even though we had a receipt to show that we had paid the full amount.
Finally a manager came in and said just to pay $14. It was so late we had no other choice except to pay the demand. A bullet vested security guard led us to our room after we went back to the front because our key did not work. Again the security guards key did not work so then we were told to call maintenance and have them lettuce in once they determined that he did not work for them also. Is persistent knocking on the window resulted in resulted in no reply from the inside managers or night shift. This hotel needs to come off Expedia's list it is unsafe it is dirty it is incompetent people and we want our money back.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 16, 2021
Too much nosies staff shall have told me the wont have no one at dist to pick up my scurity deposit when i told them im leaveing very soon the say i will pick up my money even i told im checking out very early .i ask for a changes of room the say the full .the was no peice an quiet when kids cryinh an over my head peoples nocking 2am in the morning .
Traicia
Traicia, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 10, 2021
Just felt like I was in a trap house the whole time. And I had to keep looking at the door
Paulie
Paulie, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 12, 2021
Nothing didnt get to see it
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2021
Front desk clerk Sonja Tate Is a Awesome Worker Very Helpful She Always Smileing And She Such a people person
Valerie
Valerie, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jul 20, 2021
I have had a very bad experience and I will never book through
Tyree
Tyree, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2021
I didn’t like nothing about this place hopefully next time if I check them out it would be better
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jul 7, 2021
The room was nasty, need tones of work done to the room. Looked like mold in bathroom ceiling. Wasn’t any tissue. Tv didn’t work. No WiFi as advertised. Just filthy in the place altogether. Roaches in the furniture as you can tell roach infested. I don’t understand how that place is even open to operate for business. Definitely was false advertisement when I was browsing online. Very disappointed in everything within the place.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jul 6, 2021
Bad area
I did not stay area was bad I need a refund thank you
Roy
Roy, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 29, 2021
Bad service
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 27, 2021
I booked the hotel for Saturday June 27, to leave on June 28, when I got here they told me that all the rooms were occupied and that they couldn't do anything, I traveled from South Carolina and I had no place to stay here, I need my money back , it is a terrible service in this hotel
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2021
Kind and thoughtful/but needs to not use 3rd party
They are good people who work there and make sure you're safe. Definitely showed a side I haven't seen in a lot of hotels, and helped me in a situation that was unfortunate because of hotels.com and the hotel itself.
Taylor
Taylor, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 8, 2021
As I always requested for a smoker room this time I was charged for something I had nothing to do with because how I checked in. I was not honored by the request and sited of smoking in my room. I don’t know how to explain what my request was but I’m not sure if I should rate it well. I am also wondering why Saturday is half credit upon checking in because you don’t have enough time to enjoy your money if you’re not properly credited for time checking out
Robert L
Robert L, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
May 2, 2021
I booked a room but upon arrival I was told there were none available. I explained over the phone that I had booked a room and was told they just sold out . I then asked if I would be charged for cancellation due to the hotel not having any rooms . I was told contact Expedia and I was still charged a fee I feel scammed .
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Apr 19, 2021
Absolute terrible place to stay, especially considering the high price. Was expecting something nicer for $65. Even though it was a no smoking room you could smell it has been smoked in regularily.
Place was dirty, unsweept, there was even an earring on the ground, and a bag of fast food stuffed into the entertainment center.
Didn't have trashcans or soap. Only two pillows, thin sheets and everything was broken.
Bathroom was stained, door wouldn't even close. Looks like it was improperly installed and it's angled off to the side. Headrest was split, the sink had a huge crack in it, the vents that are supposed to be over the air conditioner are missing, toilet seat was too small for the toilet, chain lock for the door was missing.
Nothing redemable about this place
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Mar 31, 2021
Very bad service
It was terrible sewage came up through the bathroom tub I could not flush my toilet the whole time
Ayeisha
Ayeisha, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Mar 10, 2021
The lady at the front office was very saucy and disrespectful I even cushion her on the way and manner she was talking to me but she did not change please this is know how you want to be treated especially having gone to a very hard time located were they are located.
Really was hard to located the address.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 13, 2021
Try customer service training
I checked into the hotel and got to my room to notice I had no remote for the tv. I went to the office and got a remote that didn’t work. I took it back and was told that I would get a new remote, I got it at 1:30 am. During my visit to the office to get a replacement remote I pulled in front of the hotel and security made me move my vehicle. Umm excuse me but I wouldn’t be here had the room cake with a remote.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 11, 2021
My stay.
Arrived at hotel and it was during shift change. Was met by the security guard whom simply stated that the staff was busy doing "something". After 15 minutes waiting outside I was informed they were doing shift change. Never experienced this type of delay. Staff insinuated this type of thing happens all over. In addition, no soap or remote was inside the room! I also needed to check out early and no staff was around in the early morning hours.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2021
Book With 1st Place Hotel
Overall it was a satisfying stay. The lady with the beautiful silver hair was very nice. I will definitely book again!
Kaanan
Kaanan, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 14, 2021
Never stay here
This is an efficient stay and there were people hang out and the property looks low budget and horrible. We had bed bugs and they changed our room 5 times.
Angannette
Angannette, 5-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 24, 2020
The room had nice wood floors and nice tile work in the bath area. Those are the only good things about 1st Place. The mattress was “crunchy”, the TV remote could only turn the TV on and off, and the A/C never got to the desired temp. I paid for the room in full while I was many miles away. Upon arrival an hour later, the hotel did not have my reservation. The clerk took my phone number and said she would call when they were notified. I returned to the hotel two hours later, without receiving a phone call, and was able to check in... so long as I paid an additional $27, after having paid for the room in full online. I will never stay here again!
NotHappy
NotHappy, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Nov 11, 2020
Upon arrival the snippy clerk demanded an additional $25 "deposit" not mentioned on the site. I needed wifi, and it didn't work at any point, would never hold a connection.
The room was filthy and the neighborhood was noisy.
At least Motel 6 doesn't have surprise extra charges.