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

The Georgia Theatre

9.0/10 (297 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
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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 ฿5,855 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿5,855
per night
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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
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 ฿11,973 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿11,973
per night
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (39 reviews)
"Amazing place and I would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

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 ฿4,709 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,709
per night
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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. ...
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
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
The price is ฿3,702 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,702
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel is perfect for visiting UGA! The shuttle service is wonderful, staff is helpful, food was great, and you can’t beat the location!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Micro Hotel

Micro Hotel

2 out of 5
1045 Ultimate Dr Athens GA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿10,672 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿10,672
per night
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Georgia Square Mall ...
Micro Hotel
Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens

3 out of 5
255 North Avenue Athens GA
The price is ฿2,931 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿2,931
per night
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"While the property is being renovated, only the lobby area is affected now. The room we had was wonderful and very clean."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Wingate Athens
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Find the best Downtown Athens areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a street with cars.

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.

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.

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