Quote Originally Posted by beowulf67 View Post
Right. That's why I'm looking for suggestions. I have no clue about the area, or whether it's a good place to stay. Though some on here would say "I have no clue" pretty much covers everything with me.
Downtown on Peachtree is a perfectly safe place to stay. Straying a few blocks, the streets are a little darker, but I still feel safe there. You're fine in any of the larger hotels on Peachtree or other main streets like Spring. You previously mentioned "motels" which had me thinking you may be getting closer to the sketchier areas.

If you don't mind a short (5 minute) ride on the Marta, there's several places in Midtown near Georgia Tech. The Regency Suites on West Peachtree is a reasonably priced business class hotel. There's also better restaurants, etc in Midtown. I use Marta regularly, it's clean and safe.