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Highlander Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ohio University in Athens

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels
Free self parking
Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
420 W Union St, Athens, OH, 45701
  • Popular LocationOhio University14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCourt Street3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeden Stadium3 min drive
  • AirportColumbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.)74 min drive

Room options

Economy Single Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8/10 Excellent
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.5/10 Good
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Athens

In Athens .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ohio University and OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital. Hot Dog Museum and Court Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital - 11 min walk
  • Ohio University - 14 min walk
  • Court Street - 3 min drive
  • Peden Stadium - 3 min drive
  • Dairy Barn Arts Center - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boyd Dining Hall - 4 min drive
  • Larry's Dawghouse - 1 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
  • Donkey Coffee & Espresso - 3 min drive
  • Jackie O's Pub & Brewery - 3 min drive

About this property

Highlander Motel

Hotel near Ohio University in Athens
Highlander Motel offers its guests a vending machine and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
Highlander Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Highlander Motel Athens
Highlander Athens
Highlander Motel Hotel
Highlander Motel Athens
Highlander Motel Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

How close is Highlander Motel to the airport?

Highlander Motel is 74.3 mi (83-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Highlander Motel?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlander Motel on May 26, 2024 start from $65.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Highlander Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Highlander Motel.

Does Highlander Motel offer free breakfast?

Highlander Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Highlander Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Highlander Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Highlander Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Highlander Motel have a pool?

Highlander Motel does not have a pool.

Does Highlander Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Highlander Motel to downtown Athens?

Highlander Motel is 1.1 mi away from Athens.

Highlander Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 81 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place to stay. What you would expect from a 65 dollar a night room. Relatively clean. Looks like they have done some recent painting. Staff is very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Fred

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It fits the Need
It fits the need. We had to stay overnight in Athens, OH after our visit to Ohio U and needed a place to sleep, so it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta Lynn, Glouster

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about it. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Highlander has had some upgrades since my previous visit. The only negative was that the bed was VERY HIGH. There was an American high jumper named Dick Forsbury. I practically had to do the Fosbury Flop to get into the bed. Not everyone is tall, so this is an issue that should be resolved.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you don’t have anything nice to say…..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Beverly

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew, Hilliard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here dozens of times. It's a great motel if you're on a budget. There are certainly cheaper motels in Athens, but those scare me. The Highlander is in a nice spot in Athens near a bike path and between a coffee shop and a popular hotdog stand. It's a long walk to "downtown" Athens but doable if. This is not the Ritz. You are getting what you pay for. The floors may be squishy at spots, but they are clean floors. Beds are nice. The water pressure from the showers is actually impressive--so that's a plus. This is a popular motel with construction contractors doing work somewhere near Athens. I almost always see a few construction trucks and vans every time I stay here. This place is family owned and they seem to take pride in their work with limited means. If you want to stay in Athens for cheap, stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big dirt bike race in town —The John Penton GNCC— had every hotel in town full. The Highlander was a simple, spartan, elegant solution. Would do it again. Considering the cost, 4.5 of 5 stars! 90 of 100! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2023