One of the most picturesque state parks in Georgia, Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest covered bridge in the state, spanning 229 feet across the South Fork River. Built in 1885 by Washington (W.W.) King, son of freed slave and famous covered-bridge builder Horace King, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with wooden pins. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain

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Samuel Elbert Hotel

4 S. Public Sq, Elberton, GA

Free Cancellation

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13.17 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$121 nightly

$143 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Total includes taxes and fees

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A terrace is provided and the front desk is staffed around-the-clock.

Parking included

Free WiFi

Wingate Athens

255 North Avenue, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

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17.07 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$93 nightly

$112 total

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and free perks like on-the-go breakfast and free self parking.

Pool

Hot Tub

The Colonels B&B and Inn

3890 Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA

17.24 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$309 nightly

$356 total

Jul 23 - Jul 24

Total includes taxes and fees

This bed & breakfast features an area shuttle, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free full breakfast each morning. A terrace, limo/town car service, and a garden are also on offer.

Breakfast included

Parking included

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

750 East Broad Street, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

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17.54 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$152 nightly

$180 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Valet parking, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace are also offered.

Breakfast included

Pet friendly

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

412 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA

17.67 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$155 nightly

$183 total

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Guests will appreciate free perks like buffet breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a business center, and a snack bar/deli are also offered.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Hotel Abacus

295 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

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17.68 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$135 nightly

$160 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 6 conference rooms, along with free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the gym and conveniences like a 24-hour front desk and wedding services.

Pool

Pet friendly

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

500 College Avenue, Athens, GA

17.81 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$139 nightly

$165 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also offered.

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

220 South Hull Street, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

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18.04 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$161 nightly

$190 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each morning.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

513 W Broad St, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

18.2 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$118 nightly

$141 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each morning.

Pool

Breakfast included

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

1197 South Lumpkin St, Athens, GA

18.26 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$159 nightly

$188 total

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Total includes taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a garden are also offered.

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Best Western Athens

170 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA

18.6 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$99 nightly

$119 total

Jul 23 - Jul 24

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free full breakfast and free WiFi. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, conference space, and airport shuttle. There's a gym on site, and a 24-hour front desk and a convenience store are also provided.

Breakfast included

Pet friendly

Rivet House

355 Oneta Street, C200, Athens, GA

Free Cancellation

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18.84 mi from Watson Mill Bridge State Park

$175 nightly

$207 total

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Total includes taxes and fees

A full-service spa and a restaurant are featured at this smoke-free hotel. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free WiFi. Valet parking, a coffee shop, and luggage storage are also offered.

Spa

Free WiFi

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Watson Mill Bridge State Park hotels essential information

Accommodation	797 hotels
Lowest Price	$112
Highest Price	$356
Popular hotels	Samuel Elbert Hotel, Hotel Abacus, Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown, Wingate Athens, Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG, Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG, Rivet House, Best Western Athens, The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area, The Colonels B&B and Inn

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