Arrive rested, close by and ready to learn.
You're coming to CMF to think clearly about your practice and connect with peers who understand your work. Here's how to pick a hotel and get to the venue without the guesswork.
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Long commutes, unfamiliar neighborhoods, Atlanta traffic and a late arrival can turn a valuable few days into a stressful one. Most attendees tell us the same thing: they want to be close, comfortable and free to focus on the people and ideas in the room.
We've hosted CMF in this area for years.
We know what a full conference day feels like, so we've listed nearby hotels in three areas, at a range of price points, that past CMF guests have found convenient. Book any of them, or none of them, through whatever channel works best for you.
CMT does not endorse any hotel and receives no commission or booking incentive.
We keep your booking in your hands.
Your points, your rate
Many attendees prefer to use loyalty points, corporate rates or travel deals. A group block can limit those options.
No pressure on attendees
Room blocks typically come with minimum-occupancy commitments. We'd rather not push you toward a specific hotel to help us meet a quota.
Registration stays affordable
Unfilled block commitments can create costs for organizers. Avoiding them helps us keep the focus, and the budget, on the program.
Three simple steps
Pick your area
Shortest commute, quiet and walkable, or lively evenings. Choose the feel that fits you.
Compare areas →Arrive the night before
Book direct, use points or a travel site. Arriving the evening before lets you start day one fresh.
Travel tips →Three areas, all minutes from the venue
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
The Collection | Cumming, GA
- Venue: approx. 5 min
- ATL Airport: approx. 50 to 60 min
Home2 Suites by Hilton at The Collection →
About this area
A relaxed live-work-play district with restaurants, shopping and green space. No city traffic between you and the conference, which makes it the simplest choice for early sessions.
Halcyon | Alpharetta
- Venue: approx. 5 to 10 min
- ATL Airport: approx. 45 to 55 min
Embassy Suites by Hilton Alpharetta at Halcyon →
About this area
A modern, walkable destination with dining, boutique shopping and walking paths. A good fit if you want room to decompress after a full day.
Avalon | Alpharetta
- Venue: approx. 15 to 17 min
- ATL Airport: approx. 45 to 55 min
The Hotel at Avalon, Autograph Collection →
EVEN Hotel Alpharetta (IHG) →
Courtyard Atlanta Alpharetta →
About this area
Alpharetta's busiest live-work-play destination, with upscale hotels, restaurants, shopping and outdoor gathering spaces in one walkable place. Ideal for dinners with colleagues after sessions.
More hotels nearby
Hilton Alpharetta Atlanta
5775 Windward Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005 · approx. 13 min
Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
5750 Windward Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005 · approx. 14 min
The Hamilton Alpharetta, Curio Collection by Hilton
35 Milton Ave, Alpharetta, GA 30009 · approx. 19 min
Plan your arrival
📍 Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College
3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cumming, GA 30041 · (678) 341-6655
Free parking on site. No shuttle service.
✈ Flying in (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International has direct flights from most U.S. cities. The venue is roughly 45 to 60 minutes away by rideshare, depending on traffic.
🚗 Rideshare, driving & parking
Uber and Lyft are widely available. Parking at the venue is free. Plan rides in advance, since there is no shuttle.
🛩 Small aircraft (CNI)
The nearest county airport is Cherokee County Regional (CNI).
Common questions
Is there a CMF discount code or group rate?
No. We don't hold a room block, so book at whatever rate, program or points option works best for you.
Which area should I choose?
For the shortest commute, The Collection. For a quiet, walkable evening, Halcyon. For dining and nightlife, Avalon.
When should I arrive?
The evening before day one. Pre-conference workshops and badge check-in begin that morning, and Atlanta morning traffic can add 15 to 20 minutes. See the current schedule.
Is there a shuttle from the hotels?
No. Most attendees drive or use rideshare. Parking at the venue is free.
What if I need to cancel my registration?
See our refund policy. Hotel cancellations are handled directly with your hotel.
Rushed and distracted
Booking late, arriving the morning of and sitting in traffic means missing the first conversations and starting behind.
Rested and present
A short commute and a night-before arrival mean you walk in ready to learn, connect with peers and bring new ideas home to your practice.
Save your seat at the next CMF
Register first, then book the stay that works for you.
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