Buford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Buford

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Sugar Hill

Visitors to Sugar Hill like its restaurants and riverfront, and Chattahoochee River is a sight worth a stop.

Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort

3.5 out of 5
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford GA
The price is NZ$345 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$345
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach lodge in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (769 reviews)
"The breakfast menu was fresh and excellent. The hotel staff was very friendly. Excellent place to enjoy with the family."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Lanier Islands Resort
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

3 out of 5
1355 Mall of Georgia Boulevard Buford GA
The price is NZ$223 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$223
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location and kind staff"

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

3 out of 5
3250 Buford Dr Buford GA
The price is NZ$251 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$251
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (399 reviews)
"Traveled 11 hours and denied check in because we arrived at 2 am Monday and the hotel said it’s technically still Sunday even though it was after midnight. I understand policy but the humane thing to do is to let a woman and her children check in and not have to sleep in the car until able to check ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming 2-bedroom house with fitness room and AC in welcoming Buford

Charming 2-bedroom house with fitness room and AC in welcoming Buford

Buford GA
Stay at this holiday home in Buford. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Margaritaville at Lanier ...
Charming 2-bedroom house with fitness room and AC in welcoming Buford
3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC

3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC

Buford GA
Stay at this cabin in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Buford Dam Park are ...
6.6/10 (14 reviews)
"The host was very responsive, which I appreciated so much and allowed us to stay a few more days which we really needed for business schedule, will definetly recommend Duc and the home"

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC
Lake Lanier Luxury Water Front Retreat with Large Dock, Boat Rental & Lake Views

Lake Lanier Luxury Water Front Retreat with Large Dock, Boat Rental & Lake Views

Buford GA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Margaritaville at ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Very nice location, very quiet, enjoyed the porch and the golf cart.There were a few broken things- a drawer in the kitchen and one of the lounge chairs. The cleaning before we checked in was rushed and not thorough, but the owner had it recleaned that night. The AC was difficult to control because ..."

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Lake Lanier Luxury Water Front Retreat with Large Dock, Boat Rental & Lake Views
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Buford attractions

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Mall of Georgia

9.0/10 (852 reviews)
During your trip to Buford, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Georgia. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Jetski Guided Adventure

Lake Lanier Jet Ski Adventures: Guided or Go Your Own Way!

NZ$254
per traveller
Lake Lanier Jet Ski Adventures: Guided or Go Your Own Way!
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Cities near Buford

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