Marta and parking.

[fritzlang1927.livejournal.com]

Hello all,
I have stayed at the Marriott and Sheraton for the last two years but the need to save some money has made me decide to try something different. I am thinking about staying at a hotel on the perimeter near the medical center Marta station. I thought about driving in and parking every day but reading through the older posts makes me think this is not such a good idea. The catch is that I like to stay late at night but the thought of a late night ride on a public transit system over the weekend just doesn't sound very appealing or safe. I have been on rapid  transit systems in many other cities and countries but never ATL so I defer to your opinions. Is there anyone out there who thinks driving in and parking daily is a viable option? Has anyone used Marta late at night. How is the Medical Center Station? I am not too familiar with Atlanta so any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

Comments

[miri-d.livejournal.com]

As far as taking the MARTA to a station "late" at night, there are some good routes and some more sketchy routes, as with any public transportation system. However, I can tell you that I took the MARTA to/from my lodging last year and fell asleep on the train home one night...and was totally fine.

On the other hand, it was a complete buzzkill to have to leave so early every night. And it seems like you've already gotten some good advice.

[ladytalker13.livejournal.com]

We used to stay out at the Perimeter and took the last MARTA out - never had a problem either with the ride or the parking.

Friends that came with us would stay all night at the con then take the first train - 5 a.m. or so I think - back out to the hotel for a few hours' sleep...