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 a short 4-minute walk from University of Georgia, and it 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 17 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.

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area with a view of the city skyline.

1. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Downtown Athens

Linda

SAR 602 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Downtown Athens

TAMMIE M

SAR 636 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a flat-screen TV, a fire feature, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

3. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

Downtown Athens

Vica

SAR 977 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern dining area with hexagonal pendant lights, a large window with a view, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

Baxter, 0.5 km from Downtown Athens

john

SAR 753 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a TV screen.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

0.5 km from Downtown Athens

Anna

SAR 602 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a view of the cityscape.

6. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

0.3 km from Downtown Athens

Kathleen

SAR 623 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and a green chair visible inside.

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Baxter, 0.7 km from Downtown Athens

Kimberly

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A covered outdoor area with large planters, trees, and a pathway.

8. The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

1.6 km from Downtown Athens

Stephanie

SAR 564 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

Normaltown, 3.2 km from Downtown Athens

Kristina

SAR 587 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A brick building with a sign reading "Rivet House." There are steps leading to the entrance, and string lights are visible.

10. Rivet House

2.3 km from Downtown Athens

Sylvie

SAR 606 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern cafe with a central bar, seating area, and a chalkboard menu.

11. Hampton Inn Athens

West Athens, 3.4 km from Downtown Athens

Sue

SAR 633 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window, and artwork.

12. The Rushmore

Five Points, 2.4 km from Downtown Athens

Jeffrey

SAR 957 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent 'BW Best Western' sign, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Best Western Athens

1.2 km from Downtown Athens

Nan

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a coffee station, seating area, and a reception desk.

14. Wingate Athens

North Athens, 1.7 km from Downtown Athens

Joe

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a high ceiling with skylights.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

West Athens, 3.6 km from Downtown Athens

Earnie

SAR 468 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with cushioned chairs, and a visible exit sign.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

West Athens, 5.2 km from Downtown Athens

Jason

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are dining tables and chairs in the background.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

9.2 km from Downtown Athens

Teresa

SAR 665 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

West Athens, 4.3 km from Downtown Athens

Tariz

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

9.3 km from Downtown Athens

Stacey

SAR 455 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a bathroom area.

20. Micro Hotel

West Athens, 6.4 km from Downtown Athens

Russell

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Athens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 42 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 873 reviews	View
The Rushmore	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 126 reviews	View
The Gillen House Bed & Breakfast	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 27 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Athens

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

A wrought iron gate with a curved top and spherical lights, flanked by stone pillars and a pathway leading to a building.

Baxter

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

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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.

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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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Cobbham Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Cobbham Historic District boasts Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, and Late Victorian architectural styles. Explore Fire Station #2, James A. Sledge House, and Seney-Stovall Chapel while in Athens, Georgia.

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A cityscape with a prominent church steeple, a clock tower, and a large building with a green dome.

Normaltown

While Normaltown isn't home to many top sights, Farmers Market and Taylor-Grady House are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Best Western Athens

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay within a few blocks of everything. We will stay there again. Very clean with a friendly front desk."

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Nikki the desk clerk when I checked in, was the most pleasant, professional and very confident in her job. You could tell she really enjoyed doing what she was doing. Thank You Nikki you made the start of our trip wonderful. For the price the place is doable clean, safe and comfortable."

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Our top choices for Downtown Athens hotels

1. Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

2. Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3. The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

6. Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area by IHG

7. Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

8. The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

10. Rivet House

11. Hampton Inn Athens

12. The Rushmore

13. Best Western Athens

14. Wingate Athens

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

16. Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

20. Micro Hotel

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Normaltown

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