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Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
A welcoming hotel near University of Georgia where travelers can unwind by the seasonal pool or explore Athens' local charm within walking distance

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Holiday Inn Express Athens, in the heart of the city, offers practical amenities. Guests start with a breakfast buffet, maintain their routine at the gym, and enjoy free in-room WiFi. The seasonal pool provides relaxation after exploring nearby Sanford Stadium.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is SAR 443
SAR 528 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Athens, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG is in the city center. Bishop Park Tennis Center and University Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parkview Recreation Center and Dudley Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sanford Stadium or Stegeman Coliseum. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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513 W Broad St, Athens, GA, 30601

What's nearby

  • Parkview Recreation Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 40 Watt Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Georgia - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Georgia Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Classic Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Trappeze Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Last Resort Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chuck’s Fish - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Emmy Squared - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shokitini - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Hotel near University of Georgia
Near Sanford Stadium, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 160 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3,402 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 seasonal pool will be open from May to August
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Athens Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Athens
Athens Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Athens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–9 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

As of 16 Muharram 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG on 15 Safar 2026 start from $140.7, including 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG located?

Located in Baxter, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Parkview Recreation Center and University of Georgia. Tree That Owns Itself and 40 Watt Club are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, and the bed was comfortable for our stay. Very convenient to downtown Athens!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast meal was well prepared. The staff was very professional and helpful. Enjoyed stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and a great location to town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick easy check in by friendly staff member, a large and clean room. nice breakfast selection with an excellent bean grinding coffee machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cecelia j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location for uga and town!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff from the front desk staff to the housekeepers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great proximity to downtown. Easy and affordable self parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, clean, great location, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sajani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very attentive and willing to help. The rooms were clean. Breakfast was good. I like the proximity to UGA.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is walking distance from downtown Athens. Buffet breakfast is good and the staff is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great location and stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was very professional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, close to needs, lovely breakfast, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is centrally located for my needs, the lobby being like a split-level ranch and the rooming floors being different from the lobby took some adjusting, but everything was accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Holiday Inn Express was conveniently located on Hwy 78, Broad Street. Nice Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rapcheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business friendly; clean room/ well kept; comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean very family friendly !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean rooms with amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean and spacious rooms, walkable to UGA and Athens restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New or maintained like new condition, close to Athens U, five star front desk, high quality breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025