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Best Western Athens

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Georgia

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Exterior
Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby
Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily full breakfast

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Interior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Interior Access)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower) | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Main Tower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Exterior Access)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Exterior Access)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
170 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA, 30601

What's nearby

  • 40 Watt Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Georgia - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Classic Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Sanford Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Trappeze Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Last Resort Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Athens

Hotel near University of Georgia
Close to Sanford Stadium, Best Western Athens provides free full breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a health club and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • A computer station, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A gift shop, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 120 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Health club
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 800 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 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 path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 36.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 36.00 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Property is also known as

Athens BEST WESTERN
BEST WESTERN Athens
BEST WESTERN Motel Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel
Best Western Athens Hotel
Best Western Athens Athens
Best Western Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Athens pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Athens allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Athens?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Athens?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Athens?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Best Western Athens provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 36.00 per person applies.

Where is Best Western Athens located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seney-Stovall Chapel, University of Georgia, and Sanford Stadium. Tree That Owns Itself and T.R.R. Cobb House are also within 10 minutes.

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Best Western Athens Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1009 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice place to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Berry

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is okay for no more than a night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very quiet and clean. The check in clerk was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, except around edge of bed. No plastic cups in bathroom. Other than that the room was nice. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. As quiet as any hotel in downtown area of Athens. Staff was accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ernest

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room wasn't clean. Common areas were loud. Lots of smokers right outside the rooms, Staff was nice enough, though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times. Great staff , clean , and close to downtown Athens and UGA.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Location was good and the check-in was fast, unfortunately there is major road/building construction and it was very loud (did stop from 1am-6am) but not a restful night to say the least. No coffee in the “breakfast” area, Both vending machines in lobby broken.
Window from 3rd floor
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Indira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking area looks a bit shady and construction literally next to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fresh take on and older building. Clean and reasonable for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Very clean. Comfortable bed. My only complaint is there was an ice bucket but no cups. Very good stay. Friendly staff. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel! Service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne cooper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location and the staff was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable except tea coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal for a downtown Athens experience and the staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet well maintained property with outstanding staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Every bath towel was dirty. It truly Looked like they had not been washed, vice just used and rehung. That then concerned me about the bed sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never will I ever stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a little nervous about booking this hotel because of some of the other reviews I read. I am So glad I did book it because it was so nice ! The room Was clean and beds were comfy. Check in was easy and so was parking. I was able to watch to downtown and didn’t feel unsafe! Great hotel especially for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the stay need more parking space
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

victoria

Location is great but parking is limited . Hotel is quiet Check in staff was great and attentive.We had a slow running sink.He cane right away and fix it for us and show us how to use it.He was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

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

Best Western Athens

Bed was VERY comfortable. Bathroom was awkward, not much space next to sink. Could use some shelves for bathroom items. Breakfast was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

RAMAR

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The floor was wet and dirt Breakfast didn’t good enough
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is solid and convenient and not as outrageously priced as some hotels on high-demand weekends in Athens. It’s not at all remarkable but not bad either.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teena

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great value
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025