What's it like in Downtown Athens?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Athens's Downtown Athens neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown Athens travel tips? Be sure to check out Classic Center and The Georgia Theatre while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Athens?

Based on our traveler data, Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Athens. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from University of Georgia, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown and The Bell Athens by Kasa Living .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Athens?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Athens to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Athens area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Athens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Downtown Athens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Athens?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Athens, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Athens neighborhood?

Attractions like Classic Center, The Georgia Theatre, and 40 Watt Club highlight Athens's cultural scene. A visit to Morton Theater is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Athens include Ware-Lyndon House, Tree That Owns Itself, and T.R.R. Cobb House. When you're sightseeing in Athens, Sanford Stadium and Hillside Park are also worth a stop.

Top Downtown Athens Hotels

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area with a view of the city skyline.

1. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Downtown Athens

Christine

AED 660 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Downtown Athens

TAMMIE M

AED 623 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a flat-screen TV, a fire feature, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

3. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

Downtown Athens

Vica

AED 1,556 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large window, a TV, a desk, and two beds.

4. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

0.3 km from Downtown Athens

Edwin N

AED 606 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a TV screen.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

0.5 km from Downtown Athens

Anna

AED 665 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern dining area with hexagonal pendant lights, a large window with a view, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

Baxter, 0.5 km from Downtown Athens

john

AED 777 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Baxter, 0.7 km from Downtown Athens

Kimberly

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A covered outdoor area with large planters, trees, and a pathway.

8. The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

1.6 km from Downtown Athens

Stephanie

AED 570 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

Normaltown, 3.2 km from Downtown Athens

Kristina

AED 576 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent 'BW Best Western' sign, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Best Western Athens

1.2 km from Downtown Athens

Ryan

AED 437 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A brick building with a sign reading "Rivet House." There are steps leading to the entrance, and string lights are visible.

11. Rivet House

2.3 km from Downtown Athens

Ryan

AED 722 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

12. Wingate Athens

North Athens, 1.7 km from Downtown Athens

O'Bryan

AED 410 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern cafe with a central bar, seating area, and a chalkboard menu.

13. Hampton Inn Athens

West Athens, 3.4 km from Downtown Athens

Sue

AED 589 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

West Athens, 3.6 km from Downtown Athens

John

AED 461 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window, and artwork.

15. The Rushmore

Five Points, 2.4 km from Downtown Athens

Jeffrey

AED 936 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with cushioned chairs, and a visible exit sign.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

West Athens, 5.2 km from Downtown Athens

Jason

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

West Athens, 4.3 km from Downtown Athens

Craig

AED 377 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are dining tables and chairs in the background.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

9.2 km from Downtown Athens

Katherine

AED 651 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

9.3 km from Downtown Athens

Stacey

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a bathroom area.

20. Micro Hotel

West Athens, 6.4 km from Downtown Athens

Manuel

AED 288 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown 3.0 star property Downtown Athens View	Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown 3.0 star property Downtown Athens View	The Bell Athens by Kasa Living 3.5 star property Downtown Athens View	Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG 3.5 star property 0.3 km from Downtown Athens View	Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area 3.0 star property 0.5 km from Downtown Athens View
9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	8.8 Excellent 873 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 939 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 782 reviews
The price is AED 558 AED 660 total includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov	The price is AED 526 AED 623 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov	The price is AED 1,337 AED 1,556 total includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct	The price is AED 511 AED 606 total includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct	The price is AED 562 AED 665 total includes taxes & fees 27 Oct - 28 Oct
Yes, Breakfast included No Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Find the best Downtown Athens areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A wrought iron gate with a curved top and spherical lights, flanked by stone pillars and a pathway leading to a building.

Baxter

If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.

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A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a street with cars.

Five Points

While there might not be top attractions in Five Points, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stegeman Coliseum and Georgia Museum of Art.

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West Athens

While there might not be top attractions in West Athens, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Georgia Square Mall and Athens Arena.

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A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent church steeple, and a clock tower.

Cobbham Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Cobbham Historic District boasts Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, and Late Victorian architectural styles. Explore Fire Station #2, James A. Sledge House, and Seney-Stovall Chapel while in Athens, Georgia.

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A cityscape with a prominent church steeple, a clock tower, and a large building with a green dome.

Normaltown

While Normaltown isn't home to many top sights, Farmers Market and Taylor-Grady House are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

8/10 Good

"I am pretty sure this hotel use to be a beautiful place to stay. Over the years it has aged. With a little TLC it can be great again. The breakfast is wonderful. I showed the attentendat how to make the waffle batter flow more. She said thank you. The staff is great."

Rivet House

8/10 Good

"The hotel is very beautiful and modern. I would have rated it 5/5, but unfortunately, train tracks are directly behind the windows, and several trains pass throughout the night, making it nearly impossible to get a good night’s sleep. This is something that should be clearly disclosed to guests, so they can make an informed decision when making a reservation, as it significantly affects the quality of their stay."

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Our top choices for Downtown Athens hotels

1. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

2. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

4. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

8. The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

10. Best Western Athens

11. Rivet House

12. Wingate Athens

13. Hampton Inn Athens

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

15. The Rushmore

16. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

20. Micro Hotel

Compare top hotels in Downtown Athens

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Baxter

Five Points

West Athens

Cobbham Historic District

Normaltown

Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

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