Downtown Athens Travel Guide

Athens

A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a green dome and clock tower, surrounded by other historic architecture and a wide street.
A historical cannon with large wheels, placed on a paved area with a sign in the background.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue in front.
A classical building with large columns, a central entrance, and a symmetrical facade.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cannon.

Stay near popular Downtown Athens attractions


Top hotels in Downtown Athens

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

3 out of 5
412 North Thomas Street Athens GA
The price is ฿4,788 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿4,788
฿5,673 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3 out of 5
390 E Washington Street Athens GA
The price is ฿5,686 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,686
฿6,706 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (863 reviews)
"Close to where we needed to be. Nice area."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

3 out of 5
183 W Clayton St Athens GA
The price is ฿8,025 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿8,025
฿9,396 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Morton Theater are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 out of 5
513 W Broad St Athens GA
The price is ฿4,079 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,079
฿4,858 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Rivet House

Rivet House

4 out of 5
355 Oneta Street Athens GA
The price is ฿5,266 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,266
฿6,223 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Athens Institute for ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Overall the Rivet was clean and beautifully kept up. The staff was quick and courteous. The only reason it doesn’t get 5 stars is the train. The hotel is about 50 ft from an active rail line. At 2 in the morning I was abruptly woken by the rattle of train cars passing just outside the window. If ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Rivet House
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

3 out of 5
1197 South Lumpkin St Athens GA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,393 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿4,393
฿5,220 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"There wasn’t a way to open the window, so the air was stuffy. The staff woke me up at 8:30 in the morning asking me if I needed room service, which I was not impressed with. The man who checked me in last night, August 1, 2026 was extremely helpful and extremely nice. I appreciated him."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

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

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

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.

North Athens

North Athens might not have many top sights, but Classic Center and Ware-Lyndon House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.



Downtown Athens Travel Guide