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.

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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

₩228,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

₩226,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

₩566,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

Baxter, 0.5 km from Downtown Athens

john

₩283,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A champagne bottle being poured into a pyramid of champagne glasses.

5. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

0.3 km from Downtown Athens

Edwin N

₩254,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

0.5 km from Downtown Athens

Ashley

₩228,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Baxter, 0.7 km from Downtown Athens

Kimberly

₩186,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

Jacob

₩177,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

9. Rivet House

2.3 km from Downtown Athens

Ryan

₩262,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

Normaltown, 3.2 km from Downtown Athens

Kristina

₩214,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

11. Best Western Athens

1.2 km from Downtown Athens

Ryan

₩159,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

William

₩154,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

13. The Rushmore

Five Points, 2.4 km from Downtown Athens

"It's a very well maintained property, very clean and neat. Amenities (breakfast, snacks, soda, water, beer, wine) are great and staff extremely nice (and available). Room (Ivey) was just what we needed, retro decoration, nice bed, large bathroom. Location is great (S. Milledge). Close to University (walkable), can walk to several restaurants and close to sororities/fraternities, but not within hearing distance. Would highly recommend for an upper scale visit to Athens or UGA"

Christopher

₩341,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

Christopher

₩156,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

15. Hampton Inn Athens

West Athens, 3.4 km from Downtown Athens

Tara

₩183,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

₩160,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

9.2 km from Downtown Athens

Katherine

₩237,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

18. Micro Hotel

West Athens, 6.4 km from Downtown Athens

PATRICK

₩505,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

Dave

₩156,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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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.

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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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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.

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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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Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for a Dawgs game"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

8/10 Good

"Check-in took about 20 minutes, and I wasn’t able to check out in person. On my last day, I waited at the front desk for over 10 minutes while I could hear an employee talking with coworkers in the back office. Another employee walked past without acknowledging me, so I eventually left. The room was great and quiet, the bed was comfortable, and breakfast was good. The staff members I did interact with were friendly. The fitness room, however, was very small and had only treadmills or bikes, with no weights. Overall, the stay was good, but the lack of attention at the front desk would probably keep me from returning."

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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. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

5. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

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

9. Rivet House

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

11. Best Western Athens

12. Wingate Athens

13. The Rushmore

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

15. Hampton Inn Athens

16. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

18. Micro Hotel

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Baxter

Five Points

West Athens

North Athens

Cobbham Historic District

Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

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