JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group has confirmed the successful refinancing of The Candler Hotel in downtown Atlanta. The deal for the 265-key luxury property, which is part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, was reached through the Peachtree Group.

The hotel is housed in the famous 17-story Beaux-Arts building on Peachtree Street. Originally built in 1904 by the founder of Coca-Cola and former mayor, Asa Griggs Candler, it is now a protected site on the National Register of Historic Places. For over two decades after its construction, the tower was the tallest in the city and served as the headquarters for Central Bank and Trust.

The property underwent a major change in 2019 when Thornhill Companies turned the former offices into a high-end hotel. The project focused on keeping the building’s original charm, such as the terra cotta exterior and the marble lobby. Inside, visitors can still see the genuine Tiffany rose windows, a grand staircase and detailed mosaic floors.

The Candler has gained significant praise since its opening. U.S. News & World Report ranked it among the top 20 Curio Collection hotels globally, and it recently earned a Michelin Guide One Key for its service and quality. It is also a regular on the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice list for the best hotels in the South. The hotel’s restaurant, By George, has similarly picked up awards from TripAdvisor and OpenTable.

Ideally placed for business and tourism, the hotel sits near 17.3 million square feet of top-tier office space. It is also within walking distance of the Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Georgia Aquarium. Beyond hospitality, the building has become a popular filming location for movies and television shows.

The JLL team managing the deal included Americas CEO Kevin Davis and Managing Director Mark Fisher.

“This financing reflects strong lender confidence in both the Candler’s unique positioning as a boutique luxury hotel and Atlanta’s recovery trajectory as a leading convention destination,” said Davis. “The property’s proximity to major demand generators, coupled with limited new supply in the upper-upscale segment, creates compelling fundamentals for sustained growth.”