See all properties

Best Western Athens

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Georgia in Athens

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Western Athens

Exterior
Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower) | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
170 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA, 30601
  • Place, 40 Watt Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Georgia Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building (Exterior Access)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower) | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Interior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Interior Access)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building (Exterior Access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Main Tower, Interior Access, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Exterior Access, Annex Building, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building (Exterior Access)

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible King Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible 2 Double Room with Roll In Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Interior Access, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Family Room, Main Tower, Interior Access, Sofabed, High Speed Internet Access, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Main Tower, Interior Access, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Athens

Near the airport.With a stay at this Athens hotel, you'll be steps from Seney-Stovall Chapel and within a 10-minute walk of Tree That Owns Itself. T.R.R. Cobb House and Taylor-Grady House are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • 40 Watt Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Georgia - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Piedmont Athens Regional - Diabetes Education - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Classic Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Farm Burger Athens - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Athens

Hotel near University of Georgia in Athens
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 800 square feet (74 square meters) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A health club, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Athens. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Athens hotel.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 800 sq ft of conference space
  • 74 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2018
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Best Western Athens offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.2 out of 5, 1,001 reviews
$78 nightly
The price is $95
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Health club
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 36.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 36.00 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Athens BEST WESTERN
BEST WESTERN Athens
BEST WESTERN Motel Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel
Best Western Athens Hotel
Best Western Athens Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Athens to the airport?

Best Western Athens is 78.7 mi (105-min drive) away from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Athens?

As of Feb 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Athens on Feb 18, 2026 start from $99.0, 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 Best Western Athens have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Athens offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 36.00 per person, one-way.

Does Best Western Athens offer free breakfast?

Best Western Athens offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Athens?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Athens?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Athens?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

Does Best Western Athens have a pool?

Best Western Athens does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Athens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Athens to downtown Athens?

Best Western Athens is 0.7 mi away from Athens.

Best Western Athens Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1001 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Charissa

Traveled with family and small children
They could t make us a room key when we checked in due to someone having the key to the key maker. Room was sour smelling. Bathroom was just generally gross with little black curly hair on doorframe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Kind of sketchy looking. Inside and out. The front desk employee didn’t even ask for identification when we checked in (we prepaid online). I’ve never had that happen before!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The image on thumbnail representing the property is only the lobby and the majority of the rooms are hidden behind it. I thought they had renovated the old property when I saw this picture but nope. Insects parts on bathroom floor from recently squished bug. The shower didn’t work. The handle to turn on the water was busted. Fun thing to discover in the morning. Brought it to the attention of front desk attendee, response was “that sucks, sorry man.”
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Joyce

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Parking was adequate, no coffee in room, no cup in room. No coffee in lobby. When asked for jelly during breakfast, she pulled out leftovers from chic fila delivery...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the only reasonably priced option I could find in Athens this weekend. It was extremely average on all dimensions. I was traveling alone, so it was fine for me as a solo man. But my wife would not have liked the property and I’m glad she wasn’t with me. It just needs a total makeover from the rooms, to the parking, to the lobby, and some amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean but felt off with resident renters and loiterers
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ulanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Everything was okay but looked like it was under construction at times. It’s an okay place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Large comfortable and clean room. Walking distance to restaurants, bars and shops. Parking and laundry facilities. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet paper and towel holders are hanging off the walls. The towels were stained ( we pray they were clean) there was fingernail trimmings on bathroom floor. Pillows stained. Drops of something on the walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My socks were black from the floor about 10 minutes after we walked in. They have rooms in a newly built tower (I assume look like photos online) but if you get put in the older rooms, they are pretty bad. Breakfast was decent - good coffee and they bring in Chik-fila biscuits.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick and pleasant check in from helpful young lady who gave us all the information we needed. Location is not downtown But worked well for us. Immaculate hotel and good breakfast. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Devyn

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was disgusting, the outside area was disgusting, and it was incredibly noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bell chiming at each floor you pass in the elevator was a bit annoying. Everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

LeRoy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely DISMAL

Room smelled like mold. Dead roaches in the 1st room. Not much better in the 2nd room. We were there for a funeral. I will be back in Athens on the 29 but WONT BE STAYING THERE!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

bugs

No maid service on Saturday. Also,slugs in the shower and roach in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025