10 Best Motels in Athens: Find Cheap Motels in Athens, AL 2026

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Super 8 by Wyndham Athens : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Econo Lodge Athens I-65 : 12 restaurants along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

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Our top choices for Athens motels

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Athens

Athens

maureen

AED 218 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

2. Econo Lodge Athens I-65

Athens

sherre

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

3. VIP Inn and Suites

Huntsville

tina

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

4. Motel 6 Huntsville, AL – University Dr.

Huntsville

Jalil

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

5. Red Roof Inn Huntsville, AL

Huntsville

Solomon

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Room amenity

6. Budget Inn Ardmore

Elkmont

Stanley

AED 251 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

7. Quality Inn & Suites Decatur - Priceville I-65

Priceville

Edith

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

8. Rodeway Inn Ardmore I-65

Ardmore

Kim Chin

AED 259 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

9. Express Inn & Suites

Hartselle

Jacqueline

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

10. Clarion Pointe Decatur River City

Decatur

Robert

AED 327 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

11. Studio 9 Inn & Suites

Decatur

Bernard

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge)

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Moulton

Moulton

Jeremy

AED 258 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board (on request), rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

13. Economy Inn

Rogersville

Anonymous traveler

AED 294 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

14. Motel 6 Pulaski, TN

Pulaski

Brian

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

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Top Athens Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Athens I-65 / Huntsville Area West

10/10 Excellent

"Other than not having a small fitness center the motel was great! It was off the highway, relatively quiet, and very clean! Everyone was kind and cordial. The morning breakfast was nice, and the motel is close to everything around Athens Al. They were even kind enough to let us disconnect our trailer from our truck, so we could maneuver around the town safely. We will definitely stay again, when we are in the area!"

Home2 Suites By Hilton Athens I 65

8/10 Good

"Front desk staff were very nice and helpful. The room was huge, and enough space for our group of four adults and 2 young children with lots of energy. The only cons were the pool was out of service and this being the kid’s first hotel experience, the pool was a major reason that we stayed here…it was very hard to explain to two young, excited children that the pool they had sat patiently in a car for 6 hours for was closed. ( we found out after they got swimsuited up and rode the elevator down). Another con was that while most of the room was very clean, the shower floor was so dirty we all wore shoes while bathing; and there was only enough towels, etc for 4 people when we booked for 6. The fold out couch had to used for one in our group because the beds were doubles not queens, and when we unfolded there were no pillows, pillow cases, or sheets for that person to use while sleeping; just a bare mattress."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Athens?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Athens, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from over 95 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Athens?

Super 8 by Wyndham Athens: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Econo Lodge Athens I-65: 12 restaurants along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

What can I do in Athens?

People visiting Athens speak highly of its restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Wheeler Lake, Tennessee River, and Big Spring Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: U.G. White Mercantile, Point Mallard Park, and US Space and Rocket Center. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Crutcher Shopping Center, Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives, and Athens Shopping Center.

What's the seasonal weather like in Athens?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Athens to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Athens is 55 inches.

What are my options for getting around Athens when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Athens to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Huntsville International Airport (HSV), which is located 15.4 mi (24.8 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional), which is 37 mi (59.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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