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Our top choices for Downtown Athens hotels

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The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Ideal location and very chic, clean rooms. Loved it!"
United States
Laura
The price is ₩348,534
₩408,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Exterior

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean close to campus and parking was accommodating"
United States
Thomas
The price is ₩273,820
₩322,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Bar (on property)

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (862 reviews)
"Clean room, courteous staff and great location. "
United States
Allison
The price is ₩260,052
₩306,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
Basic Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Micro Hotel

Micro Hotel
2.0 star property
West Athens, 6.4 km from Downtown Athens
The price is ₩166,281
₩198,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Micro Hotel
Front of property

Rivet House

Rivet House
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (422 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Athens"
United States
Sharon
The price is ₩241,080
₩284,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Rivet House
Front of property

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, (51 reviews)
"Nice piece of property and beautiful house. Friendly owner. Lyft and Uber easy to get."
United States
Scott
The price is ₩431,381
₩544,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
The Colonels B&B and Inn
Terrace/patio

The Gillen House Bed & Breakfast

The Gillen House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"It was a great experience especially with the owners. Very relaxed and easy going.Great property as well as history and art of the property. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ₩374,781
₩416,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
The Gillen House Bed & Breakfast
View from property

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, (1,005 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Joseph W
The price is ₩224,549
₩265,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Luxury Single Room (Ranger Suite) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

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 ₩336,342
₩394,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
The Rushmore
Free daily continental breakfast

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
2.5 star property
West Athens, 5.2 km from Downtown Athens
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, good staff."
United States
Alan
The price is ₩153,067
₩183,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
Exterior

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, (898 reviews)
"The outside patio was our favorite spot. We loved the breakfast. The avocado toast is wonderful and the staff is so helpful and friendly."
United States
Jerry
The price is ₩238,785
₩282,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
Lobby

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (933 reviews)
"Excellent hotel to stay"
United States
Sreedhar
The price is ₩228,070
₩267,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West
Exterior

Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Downtown Athens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Parking was easy and secure. "
United States
Lisa
The price is ₩151,536
₩181,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Best Western Athens
Lobby

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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great experience"
United States
Ylemia
The price is ₩160,261
₩191,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
Exterior

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, (862 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Cathy
The price is ₩151,827
₩182,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
Lobby

Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens
3.0 star property
North Athens, 1.7 km from Downtown Athens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay, thank you!!"
United States
Walter
The price is ₩146,026
₩175,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Wingate Athens
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Location and nice staff"
United States
Marian
The price is ₩186,742
₩222,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area
3.0 star property
Normaltown, 3.2 km from Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (334 reviews)
"Nice location for us. Quiet inside. Lots of parking. Felt like a safe area. "
United States
Sonia
The price is ₩211,101
₩250,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area
Exterior

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United States
TAMMY
The price is ₩123,479
₩149,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

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

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 The Georgia Theatre.

Normaltown

While Normaltown isn't home to many top sights, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"It was wonderful breakfast was amazing"
george 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

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 steps from Classic Center, and 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.