Athens, Georgia, is a lively college town with leafy streets, historic buildings, a brilliant live music scene and plenty of character, all wrapped up in that welcoming Southern charm. Whether you're here for a University of Georgia football game or a weekend of good food, drinks and music, there's a great choice of places to stay. For somewhere with real character, Graduate Athens is our favourite spot. Its playful retro interiors, welcoming atmosphere and live music venue, The Foundry, make it a particularly good fit for anyone wanting to get under the skin of this vibrant little city.
There's plenty to keep you busy in Athens, from catching a Georgia Bulldogs game at Sanford Stadium to exploring the Georgia Museum of Art and the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Downtown is made for wandering, with independent cafes, excellent restaurants, craft beer bars and intimate music venues around every corner. History lovers can admire the city's impressive old buildings on a walking tour, while the Blue Ridge Mountains offer an outdoorsy escape for hiking, cycling and kayaking.
Scroll down the page for our full selection of recommended hotels in Athens, GA or, for a look at different areas, read our guide to the best places to stay in Georgia.
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Athens, GA (Georgia)
Happening boutique hotel with equal parts style and substance. Colourful rooms mix mid-century furniture, playful artworks and lively mismatched prints. Heavenly suites suit long-stays & there's an outdoor pool. Perfect for music lovers/socialites; the vibey bar & restaurant is also a music venue.
Athens, GA (Georgia)
On-trend boutique-style hotel near downtown and the university campus. Decorated in contemporary 'farmstead' style, public spaces and rooms feel fresh and of the moment. There is an art gallery, gym and cool restaurant, with a terrace and firepit, as well as upscale meeting rooms. Deluxe city chic.