Downtown Athens Hotels near Athens

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Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Nice rooms, friendly staff, "
United States
Angela
The price is P8,588
P10,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Great location, cool accommodations and owners are personable."
United States
Stephen
The price is P17,471
P20,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Athens
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (837)
"Check in was amazing. The desk clerk was very helpful. "
United States
David
The price is P8,882
P10,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area
2.5 star property
Normaltown, 3.2 km from Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294)
"Very clean. Great bed. Nice staff. "
United States
Charlotte
The price is P6,118
P7,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

The Gillen House B&B

The Gillen House B&B
3.5 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"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 P14,412
P15,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026
The Gillen House B&B

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, (881)
"Food was great! Great nights sleep after a long drive."
United States
Dylan
The price is P7,768
P9,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

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, (839)
"Restaurant and bar onsite."
United States
Mark
The price is P8,706
P10,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
2.5 star property
West Athens, 5.2 km from Downtown Athens
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (916)
"Very friendly service and clean facility"
United States
Amy
The price is P5,294
P6,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

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, (1000)
"The staff was friendly, and the bed was comfortable for our stay. Very convenient to downtown Athens!"
United States
Rachel
The price is P7,177
P8,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Downtown Athens
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (786)
"Great stay. "
United States
Caridad
The price is P5,125
P6,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Rivet House

Rivet House
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (311)
"All of the staff was very nice and helpful. It’s a very clean and updated hotel . It’s also a great location. "
United States
Terrie
The price is P10,535
P12,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Rivet House

Hampton Inn Athens

Hampton Inn Athens
2.5 star property
West Athens, 3.4 km from Downtown Athens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (615)
"It was a great place to stay very clean and quiet. "
United States
Arthur
The price is P6,374
P7,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hampton Inn Athens

Hotel Abacus

Hotel Abacus
4.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown Athens
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1236)
"Great hotel "
United States
Sneha
The price is P5,995
P7,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Hotel Abacus

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Downtown Athens
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great place to stay in Athens. "
United States
Todd
The price is P8,418
P9,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

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, (1001)
"The staff was very accomadating, even if they did have to work Christmas."
United States
Rebecca
The price is P5,653
P6,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area
2.5 star property
Baxter, 0.5 km from Downtown Athens
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (539)
"Great stay, convenient to north campus."
United States
Andrew
The price is P9,471
P11,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

The Rushmore

The Rushmore
3.5 star property
Five Points, 2.4 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (114)
"Beautiful and very clean property, with friendly and accommodating staff"
United States
Dawn
The Rushmore

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, (980)
"Clean room and great staff! Convenient safe location."
United States
Gabriela
The price is P4,900
P5,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Downtown Athens
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (477)
"Staff were great. Rooms were clean and spacious "
United States
Penny
The price is P6,532
P7,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG

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, (48)
"Very nice experience. Quiet and serene"
United States
Gina and Todd
The price is P16,530
P20,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
The Colonels B&B and Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

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

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.

Baxter

If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

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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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 Expedia customer reviews, Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown Athens. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from University of Georgia, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another top choice in the area is Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown.
How many hotels will I find in Downtown Athens?
With 16 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.
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, Parkview Recreation Center, and Tree That Owns Itself. When you're sightseeing in Athens, T.R.R. Cobb House and Sanford Stadium are also worth a stop.

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