Athens, GA Hotels
Home to the University of Georgia, Athens is a vibrant college town with an arts and entertainment district in the downtown area. Downtown Athens also features boutique and full-service hotels within 10 minutes of the area's nightclubs and restaurants. These hotels are also less than five minutes from canoeing and fishing activities on the Oconee River. Athens is approximately an hour and a half from Atlanta, the state capital.
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Foundry Park Inn and Spa
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The Foundry Park Inn is a luxury accommodation in the northeast corner of downtown Athens, approximately five minutes from the University of Georgia. The hotel is a five-minute walk from North Oconee River Park, a riverside park with picnicking areas and walking paths. Foundry Park Inn features an on-site spa with massages and body treatments. The Melting Point is the hotel's adjacent restaurant; this restaurant also provides live rock and jazz music at night. The parlor suites have parlor areas with fireplaces, while the themed suites include the "Wild West" and "Art Deco."
Hotel Indigo
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Located on the corner of Thomas Street and Hancock Avenue, Hotel Indigo is within walking distance of Athens' Historic Warehouse District, which has buildings dating back to the 19th century; this district is on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel provides access to Mercury Art Works, a gallery featuring art from local Athens artists, fitness room and on-site dining at the Madison Bistro; the restaurant has a casual atmosphere and full-service bar. Hotel Indigo's eco-friendly amenities include preferred parking for hybrid vehicles and hotel rooms with large windows to allow natural lighting.
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Comfort Suites Downtown
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The Comfort Suites is in eastern Athens, approximately 10 minutes from the center of the downtown area. Dining at the Gateway Cafe is less than five minutes from the hotel at the Gateway shopping center. Golfing opportunities at the Athens Golf Club are five minutes from the hotel; the Club has a 18-hole course. Hotel suites have sitting areas and kitchenettes; some feature whirlpool tubs. Pets may stay for an additional fee. Comfort Suites' amenities include a fitness center, outdoor sun deck and indoor swimming pool.
Georgia Gameday Center
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The Georgia Gameday Center is across the street from the University of Georgia campus in downtown Athens. This boutique hotel centers around Georgia Bulldog athletics, which is seen in Gameday Center's interior décor. Guest rooms have Bulldog memorabilia and photos on the walls; the bedsheets are black and red, the university's official colors. The three-bedroom and three-bathroom suite has a fully furnished kitchen and sleeper sofa. The hotel is within walking distance of Sanford Stadium, home of the Georgia Bulldogs football team. Downtown Athens' vibrant nightlife scene is within walking distance of the hotel; popular clubs include the Caledonia Lounge and 40 Watt Club.
Campus Inn
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Western Athens' Campus Inn is right off the Atlanta Highway, approximately 10 minutes from the downtown area. This low-cost hotel is less than five minutes from the Georgia Square Mall, which has department stores and restaurants; this mall is the largest in Athens. Oconee Forest Park is a 10-minute drive from hotel, via the Athens Perimeter. Campus Inn provides rooms with whirlpool tubs and kitchenettes. Pets may stay for an additional fee. All rooms have outdoor entrances. RV parking is available.
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