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Athens Central Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Ohio University

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two nightstands, and a comfortable chair offering a city view.
Welcome to the Athens Central Hotel, where a modern reception area awaits with a central desk and herringbone floor.
Enjoy meals in this dining area with a view, featuring a glass table and a flat-screen TV.
Located in the heart of Athens, Athens Central offers a convenient entrance and ample parking.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchair, perfect for unwinding and working from a desk with a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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88 E State St, Athens, OH, 45701
  • Court Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ohio University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Peden Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Handicap Accessible Super Premium Luxurious King Room, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Handicap Accessible Super Premium Luxurious King Room, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Large Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite with Livingroom, three 65'' TVs - Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

Large Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite with Livingroom, three 65'' TVs - Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking | Living room | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Large Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite with Livingroom, three 65'' TVs - Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxurious Room w/ Two Queen Beds, 65'' TV, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

Luxurious Room w/ Two Queen Beds, 65'' TV, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxurious Room w/ Two Queen Beds, 65'' TV, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Luxury Suite - Bedroom w/ King Bed and 65'' TV and Livingroom with Sofa Queen Bed and another 65' TV

Luxury Suite - Bedroom w/ King Bed and 65'' TV and Livingroom with Sofa Queen Bed and another 65' TV | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Luxury Suite - Bedroom w/ King Bed and 65'' TV and Livingroom with Sofa Queen Bed and another 65' TV

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxurious Deluxe King Room w/ 65'' TV - Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxurious Deluxe King Room w/ 65'' TV - Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxurious Super Premium King Room w/ 65'' TV - Complimentary Drinks. - Non-smoking.

Luxurious Super Premium King Room w/ 65'' TV - Complimentary Drinks. - Non-smoking. | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxurious Super Premium King Room w/ 65'' TV - Complimentary Drinks. - Non-smoking.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxurious King Room, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxurious King Room, Complimentary Drinks - Non-smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Athens

In entertainment district.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ohio University and Court Street. Hot Dog Museum and Southeast Ohio History Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Court Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ohio University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • John Calhoun Baker University Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Convocation Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Peden Stadium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackie O's Taproom & Production Brewery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Donkey Coffee & Espresso - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Broney's Alumni Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Athens Central Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Ohio University
Athens Central Hotel offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Athens Central Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 3.5-star Athens hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Athens Central Hotel offers 22 accommodations with free minibar items and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

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

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 47.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 47.00 per pet, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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.

Property is also known as

Athens Central Hotel Hotel
Athens Central Hotel Athens
Athens Central Hotel Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

How close is Athens Central Hotel to the airport?

Athens Central Hotel is 74.5 mi (85-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athens Central Hotel?

As of Jul 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athens Central Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from $112.49, 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 Athens Central Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Athens Central Hotel.

Does Athens Central Hotel offer free breakfast?

Athens Central Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Athens Central Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Athens Central Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Athens Central Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Athens Central Hotel have a pool?

Athens Central Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Athens Central Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Athens Central Hotel to downtown Athens?

Athens Central Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Athens.

Athens Central Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 363 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard F Powell

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Athens Hotel Stay

Great stay. Provided free cans of pop and water in room. Had to request additional towels, but promptly brought them to the room. Front desk very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute little boutique hotel in the middle of Athens, very near Ohio University. It was a Friday night and college kids were out having fun, so it was a little noisy late at night. Otherwise, it's a great little property. Only disappointment was in the breakfast but then most hotel breakfasts aren't great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

O'Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my time here. Customer service was excellent. The room was clean. The beds were comfortable. It wasn’t too noisy, and they gave complimentary water and sodas in the room, which was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly nice establishment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodi

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

My sheets were yellow, and the top sheet was torn. There was coffee left in the coffee pot. On the pull out there was food on it and a green lighter. It is probably still there didn’t pick it up. There is no security. It was very expensive for all of this. The bananas on the breakfast thing were black, the creamer curdled in my coffee. We were in Room 215 for a college visit. I wish I would have stayed at the university hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff Friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Best Stay in Athens

I stay at the Athens Central when I visit my son at OU. This hotel is the best, and my number 1 recommendation for the area. The location can’t be beat, the rooms are comfortable and spacious, the staff couldn’t be friendlier and were most helpful. The hotel is located in a safe area and grounds were clean inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Could have been better.

I ran out of tolet paper and had to use tissues. The cook was sick, so breakfast was not up to par, but they gave me a coupon for next time I stay. My room was so close to two busy streets, so could here the traffic outside. The room was great, very roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thin walls!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great looking room and nice people!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Park your car and then walk everywhere on campus. Nice, clean room. Great staff.

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very modern, clean, and very well decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024