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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Athens with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Exterior
Lobby
Indoor pool
Lobby
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Comms, Mobil, Access Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
555 East State Street, Athens, OH, 45701

What's nearby

  • Ohio University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Court Street - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Peden Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Strouds Run State Park - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

Hotel near Ohio University
At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG, you can look forward to free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a gift shop, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 60 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
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 available for USD 7.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit 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 Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Athens
Athens Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens Ohio
Holiday Inn Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens Ohio
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Athens

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–11 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Athens, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ohio University, Strouds Run State Park, and Court Street. Hot Dog Museum and Southeast Ohio History Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 849 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Property was in a convenient location. We had a pleasant stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

Had a lovely time staff was super friendly!@
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The hot tub and pool were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Friendly service and clean/comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Very nice property, nice beds and great showers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

This was a nice hotel with friendly staff. Suited our needs for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Location was convenient to Ohio University
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Facility was clean and everything looked new. My favorite part was the bed. So comfortable! The plan was to check in, then go back to town. Once I laid my head down for a few minutes, I knew there was no way I was going to go anywhere. Sheets, clean, bed nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff was phenomenal!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Modern clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The hotel was nice and accommodating and has never disappointed me staying here! It's always clean quiet and the staff is always so friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Very clean and staffs great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The lady who checked us in was very kind and thorough. The bed was very comfortable and breakfast had several choices.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Nice place fair price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Lady who checked me in was so nice and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

It was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice staff ,Clean , stayed before planning on staying on our way back through
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

This property is geat! I am going to be staying there a lot while my daughter is in college! I have stayed there 3 times now and it has been great all 3 times. Staff is helpful and courteous. Rooms are always well stocked and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

It was a great hotel to stay at while in Athens!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Staff were great. Nice relaxing time visiting OU students
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Room was clean. Lots of room for my children. Breakfast was delicious. Pool and hot tub were relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024