Southern hospitality meets urban convenience at this Athens hotel where guests enjoy art, coffee, dining, and drinks in a prime entertainment district location
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In the heart of Athens, Hotel Indigo Athens University Area offers a warm welcome with an art gallery, coffee shop and restaurant on site. Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, unwind at the bar or explore nearby Sanford Stadium. Helpful staff and top-notch property condition have left previous guests impressed.
Located in Athens, Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG is in the entertainment district and in a state park. Sanford Stadium and Ware-Lyndon House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bishop Park Tennis Center and University Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stegeman Coliseum or Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Athens travel guide
500 College Avenue, Athens, GA, 30601
What's nearby
The Georgia Theatre
6 min walk - 0.6 km
University of Georgia
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Athens Welcome Center
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Classic Center
6 min walk - 0.6 km
40 Watt Club
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
105 min drive
Restaurants
General Beauregard's
8 min walk
Bar South
7 min walk
Barberitos
6 min walk
South Kitchen + Bar
5 min walk
The Silver Dollar Bar
6 min walk
About this property
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
Hotel near University of Georgia
Near Sanford Stadium, Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG provides a terrace, an art gallery on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Madison Bar and Bistro, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and meeting rooms
A reception hall, a porter/bellhop, and ATM/banking services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 130 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Madison Bar and Bistro
Things to do
Art gallery
Gym
Family friendly
In-room crib
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Business services
8,719 square feet of conference space
Business center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
In a state park
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 15 for adults, and USD 3 to 15 for children
Self parking fee: USD 12 per day
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
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)
Property is also known as
Hotel Indigo ATHENS UNIVERSITY AREA
Hotel Indigo UNIVERSITY
Indigo ATHENS UNIVERSITY AREA
Hotel Indigo University Area
Indigo University Area
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG on Apr 5, 2026 start from ₩213,130, 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 available for USD 12 per day.
What time is check-in at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG located?
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Athens Welcome Center and University of Georgia. Ware-Lyndon House and Classic Center are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The front desk staff and the restaurant staff were absolutely wonderful; however, housekeeping needs some training. One housekeeper in particular was yelling out “Housekeeping” very loudly, on repeat, right outside our door over and over again beginning over an hour before checkout time. We left our room to go down for breakfast around 10, and when we got back she was still hovering around our door. We walked in our room to brush our teeth and get our bags when she literally started BANGING on our door at exactly 11 AM. We said “just a second”, and came out moments later to find her standing right outside our door holding a clip board. It was the rudest most inhospitable thing I have ever witnessed at a hotel. I could understand housekeeping knocking on the door if it were 10 minutes after checkout, but doing it at exactly 11 AM seemed absurd and unnecessary…especially since we had the Do Not Disturb sign on the door.
All of the staff was fantastic and we really enjoyed our stay. The food at the onsite restaurant was enjoyable and we enjoyed trivia night too! The workout room was clean and comfortable. Four stars and not five because we had several light bulbs in our room that needed replacing, making our evening time a bit dim.
The beds were comfortable and the room was clean. The refrigerator did not work and the tables were small and one wobbled. The chairs were uncomfortable. There was very little water pressure and no hot water at 7:30 in the morning.
I loved the live music and the ability to get a good meal all at the hotel. However I stayed with a couple of other guys and they said their hotel rooms were not that clean.