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Lanier Islands Resort

7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, GA, USA, 30518
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Break out of the ordinary and inspire your team at Georgia’s premier lakeside meetings destination. Just 45 minutes northeast of Atlanta, Lanier Islands Resort offers over 38,000 square feet of flexible event space across 1,200 acres of scenic beauty — the perfect backdrop to connect, create, and recharge. Set against the tranquil shores of Lake Lanier, we provide a peaceful yet invigorating setting that fuels productivity and creativity. Whether you’re hosting a corporate retreat, leadership summit, or large conference, our picturesque lakeside location transforms your event into something extraordinary. Everything you need is right here. With onsite lodging, multiple dining options, an award-winning golf course, marinas, beaches, a water park, and versatile venues, Lanier Islands Resort is a true all-in-one destination. Enjoy the ease of having everything in one place — eliminating offsite logistics and delivering a seamless experience from start to finish. Elevate engagement with unique teambuilding and entertainment options that go beyond the boardroom. Choose from curated group programs or head to Game Changer, our indoor entertainment venue featuring duckpin bowling, axe throwing, virtual sports simulators, and more — perfect for informal networking or energizing breaks. Conveniently located just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta, Lanier Islands Resort offers easy access for both local and regional groups, providing a scenic escape without sacrificing accessibility. The resort’s peaceful atmosphere, combined with its close proximity to the city and airport, makes it ideal for high-impact gatherings. From panoramic lake views to immersive group experiences, Lanier Islands Resort empowers planners to deliver unforgettable events that leave a lasting impression. Transform your meetings from routine to remarkable. Contact us today to start planning your next event at Lanier Islands Resort. Key Facts: • Guest Rooms: 282 rooms at Legacy Lodge, Villas, and LakeHouses • Indoor Meeting Rooms: 23 total meeting rooms • Outdoor Event Venues: 8 total spaces • Breakout Rooms: Up to 15 breakout spaces • Total Meeting Space: 38,000+ sq. ft. indoor event space • Largest Indoor Space: Grand Ballroom – ~10,000 sq. ft. lakeside venue • Largest Outdoor Space: Legacy Pointe – ~15,000 sq. ft. venue • Restaurants: 4 onsite dining outlets, 2 bars, and Lakeside Café (quick grab) • Golf: One 18-hole award-winning course • Entertainment: Game Changer entertainment venue, water park, marinas, beaches • Location: 45 minutes from Atlanta • Airport Access: ~60 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1989
Renovated2017
Total meeting space40,476 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms282
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

Industry awards
Best of the South-Meeting Focus Magazine

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Seasonal Availability

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High season
May 01 - Aug 31Sep 01 - Oct 31
Shoulder season
Nov 01 - Dec 31Mar 01 - Apr 30
Low season
Jan 01 - Feb 29

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
40,476 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,636 sq. ft.
Space (private)
27,701 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
38
Second largest room
4,605 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
6,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
12,775 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
700
Seating capacity
635

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
6,636 sq. ft.
91.3 x 88 sq. ft.
11 ft.
700
-
460
-
635
368
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4,605 sq. ft.
52.3 x 88 sq. ft.
16 ft.
500
88
320
-
484
288
80
-
100
1,535 sq. ft.
52.3 x 29.3 sq. ft.
16 ft.
150
40
110
-
140
84
38
40
48
1,535 sq. ft.
52.3 x 29.3 sq. ft.
16 ft.
150
40
110
-
140
84
38
40
48
1,535 sq. ft.
52.3 x 29.3 sq. ft.
16 ft.
150
40
110
-
140
84
38
40
48
2,031 sq. ft.
38.5 x 71 sq. ft.
11 ft.
200
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1,872 sq. ft.
31 x 62 sq. ft.
11 ft.
200
56
140
200
176
100
54
-
64
446 sq. ft.
15 x 29 sq. ft.
11 ft.
50
20
30
-
40
20
22
-
24
431 sq. ft.
14 x 29 sq. ft.
11 ft.
50
20
30
-
40
20
22
-
24

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
282
Single (1 bed)
73
Single (1 bed) rate
$169.00 - $229.00
Double (2 beds)
190
Suites
19
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%

Location

Getting Here

Just 45 minutes north of Atlanta. Take I-85 north to I-985 North. Take the second Exit (8). Turn left and follow Lanier Islands Parkway straight onto the Islands.
Distance from airport 50 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Game Changer
Game Changer
Recreation
2 mins
Bring your team to Game Changer for a fun and memorable out-of-office experience. Challenge your team with an Escape Room experience, push their skills with a game in our Virtual Sports Suites or a round of Duck Pin Bowling. Test their concentration with a round of Axe Throwing or let them just have fun at their own pace with pre-loaded video game cards. With a full-service restaurant and bar (upstairs and down) there will be no reason to pause the fun. Private event space available. Full bar and restaurant.
7750 Pine Cone Drive
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Lake Lanier
Lake Lanier
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Georgia's most visited lakeside destination! Situated along the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier, our resort features 1,500 scenic acres, beckoning to families and corporate groups alike. Encompassing immense natural beauty in an intimate setting, our luxury resort and surrounding property is perfect for family vacations, romantic escapes, business conferences, weddings and more. Enjoy a fun-filled day on at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands on beautiful Lake Sydney Lanier, with over half a mile of white sandy shoreline, pontoon boat rentals at Harbor Landing, and a beautiful lakeside water park! All within the resort property!
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Legacy on Lanier Golf Club
Legacy on Lanier Golf Club
Recreation
2 mins
Legacy Golf Course represents a return to the Golden Era of golf; a period from the early to mid 1900’s when designers created some of the most storied courses in the world. Created by renowned designer Billy Fuller, Legacy Golf Course offers stunning views of Georgia’s Great Lake. An unrivaled golf experience, the layout traverses a natural setting with twelve scenic holes on the water. Legacy offers tactical challenges for the avid golfer while not proving too daunting for the casual golfer. Our golf facility includes a fully stocked golf shop, new state of the art MiniVerde Bermuda Greens, and zoysia lined “Billy” Bunkers, an innovative Bunker design developed by Fuller during his tenure at Augusta National Golf Club. For scratch golfers and high handicappers alike, the NEW Legacy on Lanier Golf Club offers a challenging, aesthetically pleasing lakeside golf experience. Rates include Greens Fee, Cart Fee, Gate Fee, Range Balls and a complimentary assortment of Food & Beverages.
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Trolley Rides
Trolley Rides
Recreation
0 mins
Back by popular demand! We now have two large capacity trolleys available for transporting guests to and from areas around the resort. From Lodge to lake side or Game Changer to golf... we can get you there with ease.
7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Harbor Landing
Harbor Landing
Recreation
2 mins
Hop aboard a rental boat and set sail from Harbor Landing. Adventure awaits in every quiet cove and wide open channel of our beautiful 38,000 acre man-made lake. Drop anchor and set out a line to see what's biting, cruise around the lake with the wind in your hair, or relax on deck with the warmth of the sun on your skin. In addition to a large fleet of pontoon boats that accommodate 8-20 people. We also have excursion yachts for a private dinner cruise or reception for up to 150 passengers. All located with in the resort and accessible by hotel shuttle or by car.
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Excursion Yachts
Excursion Yachts
Recreation
2 mins
Margaritaville's LandShark and Margaritaville excursion yachts both feature enclosed luxury cabins with buffet and bar area, formal seating and dining area. 2 restrooms and a partially shaded upper deck equipped with tables, chairs and a second bar. Why simply host a company gathering at the lake, when you could host a portion of it ON the Lake? A sunset cruise combined with wine-pairing dinner is an ideal way to pay tribute to your meeting attendees while sharing a truly singular experience.
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA, US 30518
Tranquility the Spa
Tranquility the Spa
Recreation
0 mins
While everyone else sets out in search of adventure, why not let serenity find you? Located inside Legacy Lodge, the talented staff of highly trained massage professionals at our Tranquility - The Spa offer an assortment of rejuvenating services and packages.
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Margaritaville At Lanier Islands Waterpark
Margaritaville At Lanier Islands Waterpark
Recreation
Rivaling the area's best summer attractions, the Beach & Waterpark at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands has something for everyone. In addition to fan favorite water attractions like our renowned and rockin' WildWaves wave pool and the high-flying thrills of our Raging River water slides, water fanatics can expect to find tons of fun from one end of the waterpark to the other.
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway
Buford, GA 30518
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Team Building
Team Building
Recreation
0 mins
Discover why our resort is a popular destination for team building! Our venues host a variety of fun options for professional training, leadership, and team development. From outdoor team excursions like 'Pontoon Quest' to indoor training activities like 'Escape Room in a Box', we offer unique services to help your team succeed. Book a group outing today and give your team an experience to brag about!
7000 Lanier Islands
Buford, GA 30518
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Snow Island
Snow Island
Park
1 mi
Be transported to a wintry vacation state of mind on the Parrot Mountain slide, one of the longest and steepest snow tube hills in North America measuring 575 feet long and 8-stories high. Snow tubing, ice skating, a snow play area for snowball fights and snow angels, fire pits and s’mores, and carnival rides transform Margaritaville’s lakefront paradise into a winter wonderland that’s “SNOW MUCH FUN” for all ages.
7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy
Buford, GA, US 30518
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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Lanier Islands Resort's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Lanier Islands Resort have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Lanier Islands Resort and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Lanier Islands Resort's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Lanier Islands Resort developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Lanier Islands Resort clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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