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Our top choices for Downtown Athens hotels

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1. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Comfy bed, clean rooms, great cool room for the summer, and wonderful breakfast and delicious restaurant."
United States
Robert
The price is AED 584
AED 690 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2. Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
3.5 star property
0.3 km from Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (932 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Edwin N
The price is AED 584
AED 690 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
Restaurant

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown Athens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"Took my boys to the GA game-great location had a great experience!"
United States
Matt
The price is AED 539
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

4. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
2.5 star property
Baxter, 0.7 km from Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Really great hotel with the friendliest staff I’ve ever encountered! Clean, comfy beds, and the free breakfast was a nice bonus."
United States
Sarah
The price is AED 477
AED 567 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
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5. The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
3.0 star property
1.6 km from Downtown Athens
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel is perfect for visiting UGA! The shuttle service is wonderful, staff is helpful, food was great, and you can’t beat the location!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 429
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Exterior

6. Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Downtown Athens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Dayna
The price is AED 364
AED 437 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Best Western Athens
Lobby

7. Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens
3.0 star property
North Athens, 1.7 km from Downtown Athens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean, and the staff were very accommodating."
United States
William
The price is AED 347
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Wingate Athens
Front of property

8. Rivet House

Rivet House
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"This was not our first stay. We will be back"
United States
Michael
The price is AED 694
AED 817 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Rivet House
Free daily continental breakfast

9. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
2.5 star property
West Athens, 5.2 km from Downtown Athens
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Ideal stay"
United States
Jason
The price is AED 367
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
Free daily buffet breakfast

10. Hampton Inn Athens

Hampton Inn Athens
2.5 star property
West Athens, 3.4 km from Downtown Athens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"Clean room, close to downtown Athens. Helpful and friendly staff!"
United States
Tara
The price is AED 407
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hampton Inn Athens
Lobby

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
2.5 star property
West Athens, 3.6 km from Downtown Athens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Tracy
The price is AED 341
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
Luxury Single Room (Ranger Suite) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

12. The Rushmore

The Rushmore
3.5 star property
Five Points, 2.4 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Was perfect beyond expectations de Room, comfort, staff, location and amenities "
United States
Michelle
The price is AED 798
AED 936 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
The Rushmore
Exterior

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Downtown Athens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (890 reviews)
"Staff was excellent in being very attuned to what we needed. Good breakfast. They were especially good and helping with our GPS."
United States
Dave
The price is AED 336
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
Property entrance

14. Americas Best Value Inn Athens, GA

Americas Best Value Inn Athens, GA
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Athens
4.8 out of 10, (269 reviews)
"Location is perfect when attending a UGA football game. It’s walking distance which was the reason for our stay. The hotel said 2 day stay required during football season. However, the room smelled so bad of cigarette smoke that we had raging headaches while inside the room. For non-smokers, it was the worst experience. It was so bad we left early due to our reaction to the odor."
United States
Jenifer
The price is AED 303
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Americas Best Value Inn Athens, GA
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens
2.0 star property
West Athens, 4.3 km from Downtown Athens
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Very well run place."
United States
Craig
The price is AED 312
AED 377 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens
Basic Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. Micro Hotel

Micro Hotel
2.0 star property
West Athens, 6.4 km from Downtown Athens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"The coffee and staff was amazing…..the smell and climate of the hotel was below average but the actual room was great. Again staff and coffee was on point"
United States
PATRICK
The price is AED 1,168
AED 1,361 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Micro Hotel
Exterior

17. Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Downtown Athens
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff!"
United States
Dominick
The price is AED 387
AED 464 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South
Front of property

18. The Colonels B&B and Inn

The Colonels B&B and Inn
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Breakfast pancakes were outstanding! The Colonel was a gracious host!"
United States
Daniel
The price is AED 1,058
AED 1,335 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
The Colonels B&B and Inn
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

19. Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Downtown Athens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (536 reviews)
"Great people friendly staff"
United States
Roger
The price is AED 408
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG
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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.

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.

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.

North Athens

While there might not be top attractions in North Athens, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Classic Center and Ware-Lyndon House.

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.

Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

10/10 Excellent
"This facility was amazingly clean and well taken care of. The bed was so comfortable. The air conditioning was a bit loud, but very cooling. The breakfast was ok. There were lots of options. The coffee was horrible though. I would definitely recommend this hotel as it was one of the best weve stayed at in quite a while."
Malene 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Frequently asked questions

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 18 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.