The Tess Hotel Opening in Buckhead, Atlanta

Tess, a new hotel, opened this month in Atlanta’s upscale Buckhead neighborhood as part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection of hotels.

The 201-room property, formerly the Thompson Atlanta-Buckhead, has been converted by Peregrine Hospitality, the group behind Deer Valley Resort and Under Canvas, with a modern destination that includes a rooftop pool and restaurant, skyline views, and a podcast studio.

“With Tess, we sought to create a new vision of a home away from home—we envisioned the Atlanta living room, creating a space that is effortlessly sophisticated yet deeply personal,” says Greg Kennelly, chief executive officer of Peregrine Hospitality. “Tess is more than a name. She’s our muse and the unifying thread behind every element, from elevated design and programming to fresh touches.”

Tess, the hotel’s fictional namesake, is imagined as a stylish, approachable and well-traveled hostess who collected stories from around the world before returning to Atlanta.

Residences include a presidential suite with an eat-in kitchen, soaking tub, and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer sweeping city views. Downstairs, Tess’s collection — a hybrid library and creative studio — is stocked with books and vinyl, and doubles as a podcast recording space. The hotel plans to host regular events there, such as author talks and tastings.

On the culinary front, the rooftop restaurant Tessari serves modern American fare such as Cabernet Braised Short Rib and Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto. A sleek marble and leather lobby bar on the ground floor mixes signature cocktails like the Cosmic Crush made with strawberry and basil-infused vodka.

Beyond the signature restaurant and bar, the hotel has one of the city’s most beautiful new rooftop pools, as well as a fitness center and 17,000 square feet of event space, including a ballroom and expansive outdoor terrace.

Experience Curators are available to assist with booking restaurant reservations and cultural experiences, related to Tess’ traditional concierge services. Guests will also find in-room guides with recommendations for podcasts, music and neighborhood favorites.

To celebrate its debut, the hotel is offering the Tess Treatment promotion: Guests named Tess who book a two-night stay during October receive a third night complimentary.

Nightly rates at the Tess start at $279, and you can book your stay at Marriott.com.