Wingate Athens

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

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BBQ/picnic area
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Tub w/ Grab Bars)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Non Smoking (2 Queens with sofa bed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
255 North Avenue, Athens, GA, 30601

What's nearby

  • Classic Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Georgia - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • 40 Watt Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sanford Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Monarcas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plantation Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Graduate Athens - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪DePalma's Italian Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪JINYA Ramen Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Wingate Athens

Hotel near University of Georgia
Consider a stay at Wingate Athens and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • Meeting rooms, a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 10 to August 30:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Comfort Suites Downtown Athens
Comfort Suites Downtown Hotel Athens
Wingate Athens Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wingate Athens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from April 10 to August 30.

Is Wingate Athens pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Wingate Athens?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wingate Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wingate Athens?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wingate Athens located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hillside Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of Georgia. North Oconee River Park and Athens Welcome Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Wingate Athens Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1005 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

A large, well-equipped room at a great price, with helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great location to stay at in Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent hot tub. Would be nice if it were open past 9 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Fantastic getaway place. Convenient to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Good location Clean Good value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great hotel to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Not fancy but very clean and the staff was wonderful--very helpful and friendly! Rooms and common areas very clean. Parking convenient and close. Good breakfast selection with extensive hours of availability.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10

The hotel is ok but located down the street from crack corner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Property was dated but clean. Very friendly staff. Convenient location. I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Location was good for me as it was close to downtown athens. First room assigned had quite a bit of dampness and some mold growth on window. This was quickly rectified by front desk and new room was acceptable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

The hotel is average and acceptable place to stay but I don’t think I will ever be returning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and well-maintained. The king-size bed was incredibly comfortable, and the pillows were perfect for a restful night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The place was very clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Property was nice and the workers were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Close to Akins Ford Arena, where we were going to see a concert. They had the friendliest staff at the front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Room was fine for what we needed. It was very damp and humid feeling. Bed comfortable. Super convenient to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I love this hotel, good location and the personnel very friendly. I really recommend this hotel, my family enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10

Convenient location. Hot tub was great. Bed was good. Poor ventilation, walls were not clean and peculiar odor in the hallways. Leaking sink faucet and partially stopped up tub drain. I reported the drain but nothing was done.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Its great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

It was nice and convenient for the price will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The most comfortable bed!!!! Older hotel and a little worn, but it was clean and everyone was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Good for take kids
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025