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Holiday Inn Express Athens - Athens - Bedroom
$151+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
Hampton Inn Athens - Athens - Lounge
Hampton Inn Athens
7.8 Good
$161+
$161+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Motel 6 Athens
7.9 Good
$71+
$71+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Comfort Inn Athens
8.2 Very good
$144+
$144+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Quality Inn West
7.6 Good
$103+
$103+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Economy inn
6.3 Okay
$70+
$70+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$72+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly

Good to know

Low season

December

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$96

Average price (weekend night)

$108
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hotel in Athens

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Top tips for finding Athens hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Athens, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper hotels in Athens in December and January.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Athens if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Athens found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $130, while the most expensive was $207.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their hotel in Athens for 2 days.
  • If you're traveling to Athens on a budget, there are several economical lodging options. Both the Super 8 By Wyndham Athens and the Days Inn Wyndham Sweetwater have affordable rooms. In addition, they each offer a free breakfast which can save you money.
  • Families with children might want a little extra room. To meet this desire, you can book a suite at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sweetwater. With a suite, you can get added sleeping space with twin beds or a sofa-bed. This hotel also offers an indoor pool, fitness center, cable tv, and free breakfast.
  • Book a room at Remedies Inn in the nearby town of Sweetwater. It features large suites decorated with lush bedding, walk-in showers, and hardwood floors. This is a boutique inn housed in a historical building. Amenities offered to guests staying at this hotel include free parking and free Wi-Fi.
  • Stay just a few miles from the Lost Sea Adventure and the Craighead Caverns. The Rodeway Inn Sweetwater is about four miles from this popular tourist attraction. This hotel is conveniently located on South Main Street near Highway 68. Here, guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor picnic area, and a complimentary breakfast.
  • If you're headed to Chattanooga or are taking a trip down to Georgia, you'll be close to Interstate-75 when you book a room at the Holiday Inn Express Athens. Along with standard rooms, this hotel offers executive rooms for guests who want a king bed and a separate seating area. Other amenities at this hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a microwave and refrigerator in your room, and a free breakfast.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Athens

  • Where is the best place to stay in Athens if I'm traveling on business?

    Business travelers might consider booking a room at the Hampton Inn Athens while in town. This hotel has a business center from which you can fax a contract or copy documents. After you're done working, you can take a dip in the pool or lift weights in the hotel's gym.

  • What is the best Athens hotel to stay in with a pet?

    The Econo Lodge on Holiday Drive is a good option for travelers who have their small pets with them (no pets over 40 pounds and a maximum of three pets are allowed). There is also a pet fee per night. This pet-friendly hotel has rooms with a king bed and rooms with two double beds. Breakfast is included with your hotel package.

  • Do any of the Hotels in Athens, Tennessee, have kitchenettes?

    Having a kitchenette can make it easy to heat up leftovers or to keep snacks in the room like yogurt and string cheese. The Comfort Inn Athens has both a microwave and refrigerator in each room. Other amenities at this hotel include an indoor pool, free toiletries, and laundry facilities.

  • Where should I stay in Athens on a romantic getaway?

    For a romantic weekend, you can book a Jacuzzi suite at the Quality Inn West. This Athens hotel is close to many attractions including the Cherokee National Forest and the Fort Loudon State Park. It provides amenities such as an indoor pool, fitness center, and cable tv.  

  • What are the best hotels near Regional Park?

    Regional Park being one of the most popular landmarks in Athens, many travelers enjoy staying close by. Holiday Inn Express Athens, Super 8 by Wyndham Athens and Days Inn by Wyndham Athens are recommended hotels on KAYAK within walking distance.

  • How much does a hotel cost in Athens?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Athens for as cheap as $57 in the last 3 days. The average price is $133.

  • Which freebies do KAYAK users look for when booking a hotel in Athens?

    KAYAK users look for a hotel in Athens with free breakfast. Hotels with free breakfast in Athens include Holiday Inn Express Athens, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Athens, and Comfort Inn Athens.

  • Which amenities do KAYAK users look for when booking a hotel in Athens?

    The most sought-after amenity KAYAK users looked for in their hotel in Athens is: pet friendly.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Athens?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central Athens districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Athens city center.

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Athens hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Athens that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Holiday Inn Express Athens, Hampton Inn Athens and Super 8 by Wyndham Athens.

Where to stay in Athens?

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