Buford

Travel Guide

Beautiful aerial view of Marina at Lake Lanier shot during golden hour in Buford, GA, USA
Beautiful aerial view of Marina at Lake Lanier shot during golden hour in Buford, GA, USA
Aerial view Lanier Island Parkway with farm ranch style residential houses, commercial buildings and huge Lake Lanier in background cloud blue sky Buford, USA
aerial shot of the boats and yachts docked in the marina on the waters of Lake Lanier surrounded by lush green trees with powerful clouds at sunset in Buford Georgia USA
aerial shot of the boats and yachts docked in the marina on the waters of Lake Lanier surrounded by lush green trees with powerful clouds at sunset in Buford Georgia USA

Where to stay in Buford

Sugar Hill

Sugar Hill

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

Sugar Hill
Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

3 out of 5
2685 MALL OF GEORGIA BLVD Buford GA
The price is RM466 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
RM466
RM551 total
22 Apr - 23 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (535 reviews)
Great staff and environment

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2730 MALL OF GEORGIA BOULEVARD Buford GA
The price is RM506 per night from 11 May to 12 May
RM506
RM596 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Mall of Georgia and Regal Mall Of Georgia ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
Clean room, I love that they service them everyday!

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG
Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort

3.5 out of 5
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford GA
The price is RM613 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
RM613
RM851 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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! (745 reviews)
The food wasn’t that great and dinner took a bit longer than I thought to serve us but it was ok

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Lanier Islands Resort
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Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

2.5 out of 5
3300 Northlake Pkwy Ne Atlanta GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (586 reviews)
They had no room for me and showed my reservations as cancelled

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Bellissimo Castle

Bellissimo Castle

5 out of 5
4726 Shirley Rd Gainesville GA
Stay at this luxury holiday home in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Chattahoochee Golf Club and ...
Bellissimo Castle
Landing Apartments - Oakwood

Landing Apartments - Oakwood

4 out of 5
1000 Forestview Dr Oakwood GA
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Oakwood. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Gainesville ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Clean and peaceful stay

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Landing Apartments - Oakwood
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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.

Popular places to visit

An old branch of a fallen tree, overgrown with moss. In the background there is very lush vegetation on the banks of the Swale River.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Buford. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands during your visit to Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Mall of Georgia

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.

Mall of Georgia

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Buford at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Buford Dam Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Buford Dam Park during your travels in Buford. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Buford Dam Park

Sunset Cove Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sunset Cove Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Buford. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sunset Cove Beach

Things to do

Jetski Guided Adventure

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

RM603
per traveller
Lake Lanier Jet Ski Adventures: Guided or Go Your Own Way!
Perfume or Cologne Making Experience in Georgia

Atlanta: Make Your Perfume or Cologne (Express Edition)

RM482
per adult
Atlanta: Make Your Perfume or Cologne (Express Edition)
Atlanta: Fragrance After Dark - Make Perfume or Cologne

Atlanta: Fragrance After Dark - Make Perfume or Cologne

RM717
per adult
Atlanta: Fragrance After Dark - Make Perfume or Cologne
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Lake Lanier Marina in Georgia, USA

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