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Stay Express Inn Athens

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Athens hotel

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Interior entrance
Meeting facility
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
716 E. Tyler St, Athens, TX, 75751
  • Athens Scuba Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Trinity Valley Community College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Athens Bowling Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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TV

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Athens

In shopping district.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Athens Scuba Park and Cinemark Athens Cinema 4. Henderson County Historical Museum and Athens City Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Athens Scuba Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • East Texas Arboretum - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Athens Bowling Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Henderson County Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hunan Buffet / Sushi and Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Stay Express Inn Athens

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Athens hotel
Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Stay Express Inn Athens. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Athens hotel.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Stay Express Inn Athens offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Athens hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay Express Inn Athens to the airport?

Stay Express Inn Athens is 32.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay Express Inn Athens?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay Express Inn Athens on May 14, 2025 start from $69.99, 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 Stay Express Inn Athens have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Stay Express Inn Athens.

Does Stay Express Inn Athens offer free breakfast?

Stay Express Inn Athens does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stay Express Inn Athens?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Stay Express Inn Athens?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

Is there free parking at Stay Express Inn Athens?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Stay Express Inn Athens have a pool?

Stay Express Inn Athens features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Stay Express Inn Athens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Stay Express Inn Athens to downtown Athens?

Stay Express Inn Athens is 0.7 mi away from Athens.

Stay Express Inn Athens Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 216 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darryl

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, places to eat close by. Didn't care for some of the noise wasn't overly loud but.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was closed might open in a week room stank lamp in room missing shade not enough light in room asked for another chair was given one that was broken had to leave early for emergency and didn't get a refund
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. You can’t beat the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Guthrie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bugs
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

1. They claim I had to sign a charge so they would get paid by Expedia. I told them no I have never been told I have to do that. Then they showed me the credit card # , they were wanting me to sign to be charged. 2. No phone, no clock 3. Furniture looked looked terrible it was all scratched up and very old. 4 ceiling looked like it had caulking between boards.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Krystal

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paramjit

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlos

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

beware

i would only book here if it’s your only option or you’re absolutely tight on money as i know it’s one of the cheaper options. went based of the reviews because they were 50/50 and the photos didn’t look bad but i would not stay here again. the bed was dirty the sheets had stains and it seems like if things aren’t used they won’t move to clean them or replace them. the bed just seems like that keep making it with the same sheets every time someone stays it felt so itchy and disgusting. the room is very spacious i’ll give it that but the floor was so dusty like they don’t vaccum or sweep. the toilet and bath tub are in such a small space it was very uncomfortable and if you’re a tall person good luck taking a shower i’m 5’2 and still had to duck for the water to reach the top of my head. my boyfriend and i needed more towels and i called the front desk and the lady was very rude. she said you have to call housekeeping i asked what their number was as it wasn’t displayed on the phone and she said you have to go out and look for them. the pool was also very green. the tv and the lamp in front of the tv did not work in the room we were given. they would flicker 24/7, and if you have littles be careful because the remote did not have a back to it super easy for a kid to grab the batteries. so yeah just beware if you’re staying in it majority of the time. we were able to suffice as we only used it to sleep but we ended up buying our own blankets and sleeping fully clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person who was working Friday night was wonderful and very polite. When asked questions she was very knowledgeable not only about the hotel but about the surrounding area as well. The only issue i had is with the room out of the 5 outlets only one worked. Overall an amazing stay would definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Shana

Traveled with family
The pool has mold on the walls… As soon as we enter there was unwarranted guests ther The room also smells like weed But other than that the staff was polite and the place was quite… the bed was comfy…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024