Downtown Athens Travel Guide

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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 ฿3,609 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,609
฿4,313 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

2.5 out of 5
183 W Clayton St, Athens, GA
The price is ฿9,042 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿9,042
฿10,561 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Morton Theater are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Always love staying here - the beds are so comfy. Rooms are so beautiful and clean. Bathrooms are really nice. Lobby is so chic. This is where I always want to stay for my Athens visits."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3 out of 5
390 E Washington Street, Athens, GA
The price is ฿5,518 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,518
฿6,508 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (826 reviews)
"Beautiful new property in Downtown Athens! Love the Dawg touches throughout without being over the top. Very well thought out hotel."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
Hotel Abacus

Hotel Abacus

4 out of 5
295 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA
The price is ฿4,114 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,114
฿4,893 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Cute room. Convenient to everything we needed. Check in and check out was easy staff very friendly. The workers at the restaurant were great also. Highly recommend this hotel traveled with a 10-year-old."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Abacus
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

2.5 out of 5
2715 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA
The price is ฿2,921 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿2,921
฿3,522 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
Good cheaper hotel near UGA
"It’s a nice hotel for the money- not luxury but clean and comfortable. Room was nice and continental breakfast was good, not fancy but the usual options you get with an included breakfast. Was hot and food kept at safe temps etc so that’s important!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens

2.5 out of 5
170 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA
The price is ฿3,213 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿3,213
฿3,858 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"I was able to check.in early, which was nice due coming across the country and being able to visit my sister in the hospital near by. Thanks"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Best Western Athens
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Athens

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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.

Athens Warehouse Historic District
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Reese Street Historic District

You might appreciate the live music and theatres in Reese Street Historic District, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are just a few notable stops.

Reese Street Historic District
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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.

Dearing Street Historic District
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Boulevard Historic District

Live music, theatres and bars are some highlights of Boulevard Historic District. You might stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre while you're in the area.

Boulevard Historic District
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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.

Cobbham Historic District
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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.

Five Points

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