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Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Georgia in Athens

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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513 W Broad St, Athens, GA, 30601
  • Place, 40 Watt Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Georgia Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Athens

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Baxter hotel, you'll find University of Georgia and Sanford Stadium. Tree That Owns Itself and 40 Watt Club are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • 40 Watt Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Georgia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Classic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stegeman Coliseum - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Trappeze Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Last Resort Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪RoadHouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sister Louisa's CHURCH (It's a Glory Hole!) - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Hotel near University of Georgia in Athens
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 3402 square feet (316 square meters) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Athens hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 160 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3402 sq ft of conference space
  • 316 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers 160 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Athens hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel Athens
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG on Jul 26, 2026 start from $141, including 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 Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG to downtown Athens?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Athens.

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was very good and the room was spacious and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location … very clean room ….would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and friendly staff. It was a pleasant stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and room was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and in good condition. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for one night, but the room was nice !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met all our needs for 3 adults. Comfortable, clean and excellent location. Free breakfast and parking really help.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great beds, solid continental breakfast, and I love their dog policy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Holiday Inn Express in Athens. The location is great, rooms were clean and the check-in process was smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, quiet, cold AC
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is great for the value. It is convenient to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. The staff was very kind and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. A little dated, but clean. A reasonable option in Athens.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our go to hotel in Athens due to location and price. It is walking distance to downtown and typically priced below other hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, and the bed was comfortable for our stay. Very convenient to downtown Athens!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Day time desk staff was especially courteous
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in wonderfully located in Athens in college town. Walking distance Rooms are large and clean. Lobby is clean and refreshed. Breakfast had nice choices.Great on demand coffee
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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