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Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

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 Rp2.449.442
Rp2.900.744 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

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 Rp2.533.327
Rp2.997.211 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
Rooftop terrace
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

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 Rp4.982.769
Rp5.814.070 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Lobby
Hotel Abacus

Hotel Abacus

Hotel Abacus
4.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown Athens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1231)
"Great hotel "
United States
Sneha
The price is Rp1.563.616
Rp1.882.044 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hotel Abacus
Lobby
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA

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)
"Stay went off without a hitch. Staff was friendly. Room was nice and large."
United States
Robert
The price is Rp1.570.327
Rp1.889.761 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
Free buffet breakfast
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

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, (785)
"Great stay. "
United States
Caridad
The price is Rp1.535.431
Rp1.849.633 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
BBQ/picnic Area
Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens
2.5 star property
North Athens, 1.7 km from Downtown Athens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Quiet and clean."
United States
Genia
The price is Rp1.411.785
Rp1.707.437 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Wingate Athens
Meeting facility
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

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 Rp2.400.789
Rp2.844.793 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

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, (1001)
"The staff was friendly, and the bed was comfortable for our stay. Very convenient to downtown Athens!"
United States
Rachel
The price is Rp1.982.203
Rp2.363.418 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Restaurant
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown Athens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671)
"Great stay. "
United States
Sara
The price is Rp2.118.600
Rp2.520.275 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area
Reception
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area

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, (292)
"Very clean. Great bed. Nice staff. "
United States
Charlotte
The price is Rp1.744.808
Rp2.090.413 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Athens-University Area
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West

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, (877)
"Everything was great. Very nice hotel."
United States
Cynthia
The price is Rp2.216.723
Rp2.610.999 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens West
Front of property
Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast

Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast

Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast
5.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Athens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Awesome, relaxing place to stay. Wonderful service and breakfast, highly recommend. "
United States
Neil
The price is Rp4.117.613
Rp4.819.141 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast
Dining
The Rushmore

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
Exterior
Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens
2.5 star property
1.3 km from Downtown Athens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Broc was extremely professional and had excellent customer service. He also was very educated about the area and gave many dining suggestions. We went to one and it didn’t disappoint. When back in the area, we will stay here. "
United States
susan
The price is Rp1.660.923
Rp1.993.946 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Best Western Athens
Exterior
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

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, (837)
"Restaurant and bar onsite."
United States
Mark
The price is Rp2.482.996
Rp2.939.330 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
Exterior
Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South

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, (979)
"Clean room and great staff! Convenient safe location."
United States
Gabriela
The price is Rp1.328.523
Rp1.611.737 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Athens South
Restaurant
Rivet House

Rivet House

Rivet House
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Downtown Athens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (308)
"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 Rp3.004.761
Rp3.539.359 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Rivet House
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

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, (914)
"Very friendly service and clean facility"
United States
Amy
The price is Rp1.509.930
Rp1.820.307 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
Front of property
The Colonels B&B and Inn

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)
"Beautiful, relaxing place with excellent host!"
United States
Brenda
The price is Rp4.714.337
Rp5.956.003 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Colonels B&B and Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

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

Five Points

While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Stegeman Coliseum and Georgia Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dearing Street Historic District

Live music and theatres are notable features of Dearing Street Historic District. You might consider stopping by Tree That Owns Itself while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Cobbham Historic District

Uncover some of the top draws of Cobbham Historic District like its live music and theatres. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre.

West Athens

When in West Athens, you can plan a visit to Georgia Square Mall and Athens Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Athens Warehouse Historic District

If you're spending time in Athens Warehouse Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and theatres. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Classic Center or The Georgia Theatre.

Top Downtown Athens Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"LOCATION!!! Perfect to walk to all of downtown Athens! Clean room, very comfortable bed and bedding, parking deck and all the amenities you need. Would stay here again next visit! "
christy 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Athens?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Athens's Downtown Athens neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Athens travel tips? Make sure that you visit Classic Center and The Georgia Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.
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 are there in Downtown Athens?
With 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Athens.
What can I see and do in this Athens neighbourhood?
Attractions such as 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 neighbourhood. 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.