Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of Georgia

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Exterior
Reception hall
Property amenity
Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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500 College Avenue, Athens, GA, 30601
  • Place, Classic Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Georgia Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • City view
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

About the neighborhood

Athens

In entertainment district.You'll find Classic Center and University of Georgia within a 15-minute walk of this Athens hotel. Athens Welcome Center and Ware-Lyndon House are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Classic Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 40 Watt Club - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Oconee River Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Georgia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪General Beauregard's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Barberitos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar South - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪South Kitchen + Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Allgood Lounge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

3.5-star hotel near University of Georgia
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8719 square feet (810 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 8719 sq ft of conference space
  • 810 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG offers 130 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Athens hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (70 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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 registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 15 for adults, and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 12 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
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 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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Indigo ATHENS UNIVERSITY AREA
Hotel Indigo UNIVERSITY
Indigo ATHENS UNIVERSITY AREA
Hotel Indigo University Area
Indigo University Area

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG to the airport?

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG is 79.4 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 Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG on Jun 28, 2026 start from $168, 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 Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG.

Does Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3 and 15 for adults, USD 3 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 12 per day.

Does Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG have a pool?

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG to downtown Athens?

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Athens.

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 623 out of 893 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 893 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 893 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 893 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 893 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An easy walk to downtown and campus. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and everyone is so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cailie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accommodation and the staff were both excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allen

you were great. need a continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Seamless service and experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean & the staff was friendly and helpful. Got coffee at the bar which from a local coffee roaster and was great! Parking was safe and secure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great size rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LaSharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was excellent! My room was a whole vibe!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant and bar onsite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar and restaurant are great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, staff wonderful, food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced by a lot for a very nice stay

Beautiful room, beautiful property, EXCELLENT service, nice bar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and very clean. The bar and restaurant were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Nadia

Clean and new
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bathroom layout
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meltem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel with great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, very clean super convenient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, large rooms. Walk in shower. Staf is great. Especially the Bistro staff. Dalyn is the greatest at the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Restaurant, bar, venue downstairs, lobby all wonderful. Would definitely come back. Wish restaurant bar area was open before 4:00.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Henry Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, well maintained and a great bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No place to sit, had to rearrange room to be able to get into bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026