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Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers can relax in the indoor pool or kickstart their day with a satisfying breakfast, while the attentive staff ensures a smooth, hassle-free experience

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Holiday Inn Express Athens, an IHG Hotel, welcomes guests with its complimentary breakfast and practical amenities. The property features an indoor swimming pool, in-room WiFi connectivity, multilingual staff assistance, and a business center that operates around the clock.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Athens is home to Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG. McMinn County Living Heritage Museum and Meigs County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ingleside Tennis Center and Rock Springs Golf Course. Englewood Park and L&N Depot Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Athens travel guide
Map
1819 Holiday Dr, Athens, TN, 37303

What's nearby

  • Bright Splash Park
    Regional Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fall sunrise on Watt’s Bar Lake. Super nice privately own campground on the Tennessee River.
    Watts Bar Lake
    23 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Tennessee Wesleyan College
    6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Lost Sea Adventure
    21 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Lee University
    26 min drive - 31.4 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    4 min drive
  • SONIC Drive In
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    11 min walk
  • The Gondolier
    5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Property highlights
Free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • 2 meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 64 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

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
  • Pool hoist on site
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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 Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG located?

Situated in Athens, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Regional Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tennessee Wesleyan College and McMinn Field. Veterans Memorial Park and McMinn County Living Heritage Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 496 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERY worker, from front desk to the dining area to the cleaning people to workers in the hallway and on the elevator, were SO polite, personal and helpful. They don’t seem to treat the customers as customers, but as family. My husband and I travel quite a bit and we have NEVER been so impressed by the staff. It was truly a blessing for us to stay in the company of such sweet, professional people. Thank y’all for everything!!! You made our stay…well, let’s just say, we didn’t want to leave! 😉😁🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating. The desk staff went out of their way to make sure our needs were met. Note: for those of us that like our coffee, the rooms feature a Keurig coffeemaker.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a late check in from a long day on the road with little ones. The front desk made it quick and easy. The room was very clean and beds were comfortable. Hallways were quiet and no noise coming through waking us up during the night. The breakfast was pretty good for a hotel. They offer different choices and kid friendly choices as well for fussy toddlers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our room smelled like feet! Everything else was fine!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk service. Clean room. Vlean and nice breakfast area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in was easy. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Very well maintained. Over all a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of staff. Nice breakfast that was continually stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in clerk was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and helpful the breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying there. Everyone was so friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, friendly, and kept everything very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerusa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel to stay in Athens, TN
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to book, nice and quiet, big room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

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

Great stay

Amazing friendly staff, indoor pool was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and perfect for a night rest breakfast was really good heated pool was kinda cold
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a safe area close to I-75. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not much dining close by
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Great clean property, kind and attentive staff, building well maintained, rooms very well maintained. Beds were nice for sleeping and air conditioning worked so well. I’d stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night prior to move from Tennessee back to Florida.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable. It was quiet. The breakfast delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025