Located in Athens, Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL is in the city center. Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and Big Spring Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include U.G. White Mercantile and Nature's Apothecary. Visit our Athens travel guide
1218 Kelli Drive, Athens, AL, 35613
What's nearby
Big Spring Park
4 min drive - 4.6 km
Athens State University
4 min drive - 4.2 km
Athens Shopping Center
4 min drive - 4.5 km
Crutcher Shopping Center
4 min drive - 4.6 km
U.G. White Mercantile
5 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Huntsville International Airport (HSV)
22 min drive
Restaurants
Jersey Mike's
4 min drive
McDonald's
5 min walk
Chick-fil-A
15 min walk
Texas Roadhouse
7 min walk
McDonald's
5 min drive
About this property
Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL
Hotel in the city center
Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL provides amenities like free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
Coffee/tea in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar near toilet
Pool hoist on site
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 17 2026 to May 31 2027 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Is Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL?
As of 27 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL on 11 October 2026 start from AED 241, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL located?
Located in the heart of Athens, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Athens Shopping Center, Crutcher Shopping Center, and Big Spring Park. Athens State University is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Reviews
Red Roof Inn & Suites Athens, AL Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 803 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 803 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 803 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 803 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 803 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Uneeda
20 September 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness
The breakfast was great. The bedding had stains on it and they didn't clean and restock towels in our room.
The first room we were assigned to had a moldy ceiling, stains on the bedspread, dirt in the bed sheets, and a bad smell with complementary bugs that came out of the refrigerator because it had been unplugged. You could also see handprints and splatters of who knows what on the headboard of one of the beds. We were moved to a 2nd room that my husband insisting on seeing before we moved our luggage. This room appeared okay. There were stains on the white bedsheets and towels but you could tell they were stains that needed bleached as opposed to linens that needed to be washed. The beds were comfortable and the A/C kept the room cool as anticipated. At check-in when we asked the staff person what the pool hours were, his response was, "That's a day shift question." The pool was nice, however, you must get towels from the front desk which is at the opposite end of the building as the pool. The room itself only had 2 towels for the guests but maybe that was due to moving rooms. I'm not sure. After swimming, my kids had dripped water everywhere so I used a towel to wipe up the water and the used to be white towel was completely dark brown when I had cleaned up the mess. The tile floor also had shifting planks or was done poorly in the first place. Overall, we survived and we didn't pay a fortune but I don't plan to stay there again the next time we are in the area.
The first room my sister and I were booked into the door was not dead bolt locking. The hotel staff did attempt to fix it which actually worsened the problem and you could pull the door open as if it wasn’t latching at all. He advised we just use the upper latch to lock the door, 2 WOMEN STAYING ALONE MIND YOU. I requested a new room which the staff member did provide. Every single sheet/linen had a stain and/or hair on it, we slept on the bath towels. They do not run the AC in the rooms when vacant so it took most of the night for the room to cool down to a comfortable temperature. I’m not sure how other properties of this chain are but never again at this location for me.
Of course you have to understand that this is an older hotel so therefore it’s a little dated. However it was clean, the breakfast was very good and the beds were very comfortable. Which is important to us. This is our first stay at a Red Roof Inn and I was pleasantly surprised and pleased. The room has a very nice size refrigerator and a microwave. I don’t think you would be disappointed at all. Especially since it’s less expensive than all the nearby hotels. I feel certain we will stay here again in the future.
Over all the stay was okay, however the toilet seat required replacement, door into the room needed to be repaired, it locked but has a gap at the bottom which allowed outside air in to the room. The air conditioning unit was extremely noisy and loud making it a little difficult to get a decent night rest. Upon entering the room, the floor was excessive slick for a ADA room. A person with a cain or on crutches could have slipped and fell resulting in a possible liability issue for the location. The breakfast bar was not the most appetizing menu. The location advertised a breakfast bar however must of the items were not available as advertised on the weekend. The selection of cereal was extremely limited and contained excessive sugar products. Over all the stay was met with minimum satisfaction.
The hotel is on the older side, however, the room was clean. There were a few stained marks on the bed spread, but it was not dirty. If I want a room that looks brand new, I can pay $100 more and go to the Hampton, which I won’t do. As long as the room is clean and the AC works, I’ll continue to stay
This is probably one of the cleanest hotels we have ever stayed at, looked as if it had just been updated. Was very quiet and convenient to everything. The staff was great. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Grandson feet were bleeding when he got out of the pool. I was charged for 2 night stay the first reservation was booked on the wrong date and was told by staff it could not be changed because I booked through this site. So paid for the night I stayed and then had to pay for the original reservation when I want even in the state of Alabama I was back home.
Breakfast was great. Room was not very clean. Floor was dirty, roach was in the bathroom crawling on a stained bathroom towel, room had an old motel stink smell. Room has newer furniture but cleanliness definitely needs some improvement.
Pool is out of service. Everything was nasty outside inside. Office area smelled horrible. Dead bugs in rooms had 2 rooms had to switch one . But everything is nasty and dirty they don’t wipe anything down . Dust and dirt everywhere. Do not stay here!
We were please with our stay. There was a small hiccup in which the correction couldn’t haven then. So the staff quickly moved our room which actually was a better room. Would return if ever traveling near there again.
Breakfast was better than expected. Sausage patties, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, waffle maker, muffins, bagels, cereal and juice. Rooms are in need of maintenance and housekeeping. Toilet wobbled and seat was loose and would shift. Floors were dirty and I did not want to walk without slippers on. Did not see any insects though thank goodness. Area did not feel unsafe.But definitely need to focus on maintenance and housekeeping.