Downtown Athens Travel Guide
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Stay near popular Downtown Athens attractions
Top hotels in Downtown Athens

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
"Clean close to campus and parking was accommodating"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
"Close to where we needed to be. Nice area."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
"It is such a nice elegent place to stay. It was very clean and had plenty of snacks and drinks for you to enjoy in your room and on the property. The loby and terace had snacks as well as soda, seltzer water, and bottled water for you to enjoy. The host provided some local chocolate, a cookie, as ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately there was a strong cooking smell in our room the first night we were there. Our room was 301, So we asked to be moved to another room farther away from the breakfast area. They were happy to move us the next day all the way to the other end ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
"We were in a group trip and reserved 9 rooms. Staff was very helpful during check in and upon all group arrival. Rooms were in excellent condition, very comfortable beds and facillities."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Rivet House
"The place is beautiful, no doubt. However, this was one of the most awkward stays I have had at a Boutique hotel. Where to start? 1. $25 for valet parking—self parking away from property. 2. No privacy bathrooms. Awkward for non-couples. 3. Scant breakfast options. There were two pastries available ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Athens
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.
Normaltown
While Normaltown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre.
