West Athens
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Popular places to visit
University of Georgia
Explore the campus of University of Georgia, during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.
The Georgia Theatre
You can enjoy a show at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
Georgia Museum of Art
View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.
Ware-Lyndon House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ware-Lyndon House during your travels in Athens. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
Sanford Stadium
Catch an event at Sanford Stadium during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music or attend a football game.
Top hotels in West Athens
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
They let us check in early. Bed was comfy. Town was almost sold out due to concert so we happy to get a room. Value for the price.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Athens
Everything worked well, was super clean, comfortable, and fresh. The parking lot is large and doesn't have any tight, shady, or badly paved spots. Also, it's located close to shopping & dining but not slammed up next to any of it.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens
The property is old and worn, BUT the room itself was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. They had daily housekeeping which was a happy surprise.
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
Very spacious room with separate tv area
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Hampton Inn Athens
Clean room, friendly staff, and convenient to the university
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Clean, great breakfast, and prime location to all of UGA
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Athens
Normaltown
While Normaltown isn't home to many top sights, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Baxter
If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Cobbham Historic District
Well-liked for its live music and theaters, you might stop by 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre while you're exploring Cobbham Historic District and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Dearing Street Historic District
Live music and theaters are notable features of Dearing Street Historic District. You might consider a stop by Tree That Owns Itself while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Reese Street Historic District
Uncover some of the top draws of Reese Street Historic District like its live music and theaters. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre.
