Visitor Guidelines

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Visitors are an important part of the healing process, and we encourage your family and friends to visit.

• General visiting hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Some units have different hours.
• Children under 12 are discouraged from visiting.
• Smoking is NOT permitted in the hospital. There is a designated smoking area near LindenAvenue, in the Linden Circle.
• Please ask your visitors to read and follow all safety guidelines regarding the use of cell phones and the prevention of infections

Lodging

If your visitors are traveling to Atlanta, there are a number of hotels near the hospital. The Guest Services desk in the lobby can provide a list. They can also provide information on local attractions and restaurants, as well as transportation options within the city.

Food Services

There is a wide variety of choices for meals and snacks in and near the hospital:

Special Guest Meals
Your visitors are welcome to eat with you in your room. Guests are encouraged to purchase meals from Seasonings Cafeteria.

Seasonings Cafeteria
The cafeteria, located in the lobby level of the hospital, features a variety of foods, including freshly prepared salads and sandwiches, pizza, entrees and homemade soups. Call 6-2497 for daily menus. Open from 6:30 to 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (closes at 7 p.m. on weekends and holidays).

Peachtree Perk
Located inside Seasonings Cafeteria, Peachtree Perk offers Starbucks® coffee and assorted pastries. Open from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays; closed on weekends and holidays.

Vending Machines
A snack bar is located on the first floor of the Peachtree Building and vending machines are located throughout the building.

Local Restaurants
Several restaurants are within walking distance or a short drive from the hospital. For information on area dining, check with the hospital concierge.

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