How to Find Luxury Hotels in Augusta, Georgia

Augusta, a small city in northeast Georgia, features beautiful golf courses, quaint homes and a comfortable atmosphere for families. While Augusta is best known for hosting the Masters Tournament, there are many little treasures for travelers to uncover in this city. Travelers who manage to avoid visiting in early April, when the Masters Tournament takes place, will find a city quiet enough for the stressed jet-setter but with enough attractions to keep the family interested.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• A computer with Internet capability for research and reservations

Get to Know Augusta

1. Come to the Augusta National Golf Course in April to attend the Masters Tournament. This annual event lets fans and golfers from around the world spend a week enjoying the beautiful weather and world-class golf.

2. Pack lightly if you're visiting Augusta, Georgia, during the summer, which can be quite humid. Fall and spring feature cooler breezes as well as less tourist traffic.

Find Luxury Accommodations in Augusta, Georgia

1. Book accommodations at one of Augusta's many bed and breakfasts. With Southern hospitality, great amenities and a cozy atmosphere, Augusta's inns should be considered by any visitor to the city. To book accommodations, contact the Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

2. Find the best deal in accommodations with luxury hotels in Savannah or Atlanta. With a 2-hour commute from either city to Augusta, visitors can easily head into Augusta during the day and head back to the hotel at night.

3. Find luxury accommodations near Augusta's historic downtown. You can stroll around town to view historic architecture and shop the many boutiques.

Travel to Augusta, Georgia

1. Utilize one of two nearby international airports, the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport or the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, and commute to Augusta. The city is 2 hours away by car from Savannah and Atlanta.

2. Schedule a flight into Augusta Regional Airport if you are from the Southeast. Keep in mind that prices may be slightly more expensive than flights into the bigger airports.

Find Activities in Augusta, Georgia

1. Buy tickets to the live shows at the Imperial Theater. With music, live shows and local arts and entertainment events, the Imperial is Augusta's central source of live entertainment.

2. Schedule a round of golf at one of Augusta's 10 golf courses, including Bartram Trail and Jones Creek.

Tips & Warnings

• If you want to avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Augusta during the fall and spring seasons. Visitors on summer break fill hotel rooms from June to August.