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Wingate Athens

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

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BBQ/picnic area
Free on-the-go breakfast
Indoor pool
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Wingate Athens, in the business district, offers to-go breakfast and dry cleaning. Guests can unwind in the spa tub, work out at the gym, or swim in the indoor pool. The property provides WiFi and RV parking.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Non Smoking (2 Queens with sofa bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Jetted tub

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King 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 - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Georgia - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • 40 Watt Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪el Camino Real Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Plantation Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Team Biscuits And Burgers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Athens Wok - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪South Kitchen + Bar - ‬2 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, a water dispenser, and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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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Comfort Suites Downtown Athens Hotel Athens
Wingate Athens Hotel
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Wingate Athens Hotel Athens

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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Reviews

Wingate Athens Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The greeting at desk was very professional and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quietly tucked away area with shopping, gas stations nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large, well-equipped room at a great price, with helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hot tub. Would be nice if it were open past 9 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Football camp

Good stay need were well met
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is ok but located down the street from crack corner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First room smelled horrible of cigarette smell so I went Back down changed rooms the second room smelled of dog odor as well as shower curtain disgusting I have Photos. It was our first ga game and last time ever staying here.
Some of the shower nasty
Guess to try cover smell or help air in room but didn’t work!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The smell
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hood
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best of the moderate priced hotels we have tried in Athens
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ericka

Liked: Staff & service
It was ok wasn't as good as I expected for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

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 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Marcia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, they failed to mention that they were renovating inside and out. The carpet in the room was dirty, there were patches all over the wall, the place was dusty, some parts of the wall had dirt stains on them. The place was a mess. What really threw me for a loop, is when they had the nerve to ask for $100 deposit in case we mess something up. I'm asking for a refund of at least half of what I paid. The place was unsanitary.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

matthew l

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown Athens. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Oanh Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to UGA at reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was attending a play at Classic Center. The hotel was very conveniently located and easy to get to the theater.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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