In the heart of Athens, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens offers a warm welcome with breakfast and dry cleaning services. Guests can unwind in the spa tub, enjoy an indoor pool, or stay connected with in-room WiFi and a business center. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
Gym
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Fitness center
Hot tub
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Conference space
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $148
$148
includes taxes & fees
$131 per night
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Room options
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John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 81 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
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG puts you just a 5-minute drive from Ohio University. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the indoor pool. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
80 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (850 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 7.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
Policies
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).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel Athens
Athens Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens Ohio
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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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 11 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG has an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG is in the heart of Athens, a short 18-minute walk from Ohio University.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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
4/10 Fair
Feb 9, 2025
We got food poisoning from the breakfast. I am not sure if they are changing it out properly. But all of saturday my whole family was sick. Which was horrible because it was a nice hotel.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Location was convenient to Ohio University
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Modern clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Nice breakfast
Virginia
Virginia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
New Years Getaway
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.
William
William, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
John
John, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 8, 2024
Bert
Bert, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
Room was clean. Lots of room for my children. Breakfast was delicious. Pool and hot tub were relaxing.
Whitney
Whitney, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Good place to stay
The lady who checked us in was very kind and thorough. The bed was very comfortable and breakfast had several choices.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
Very friendly front desk!
I was coming into town to visit my daughter at school. I was coming in prior to check in and called to see if they might have a room available early. The receptionist was very friendly and said she would hold me the first one ready. When I arrived 30 mins later it was available and ready for me to check in.
Melisha
Melisha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 11, 2024
We were woken up early by the fire alarm in the morning. It scared us and we had to hurry and pack up. No staff around to let us know if it was valid or not.
Kristi
Kristi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Wesley
Wesley, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Good place
christian
christian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 21, 2024
No hot water
Robert
Robert, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Staff were great. Nice relaxing time visiting OU students
Paul
Paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
Friendly staff all around...breakfast lady was very attentive and proud of the morning offerings..deservedly so. The sausage gravy and biscuits on Sunday was a pleasant surprise. If visiting your kid at OU, it's about a 45 minute walk to Court St. However, if treating your kid to lunch/dinner, everything is nearby this hotel.
MICHAEL
MICHAEL, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Clean, ice machine on each level, friendly
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Good location
This hotel was located near where I needed to be and that’s why we choose it. The room had a smell of wet dog but not bad. The bed was comfy and clean. All in all I enjoyed my stay. Loved the 12:00 check out.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 15, 2024
We visited on a high demand weekend and paid what I’d say were nearly 5-star rates. I get it: supply & demand but I didn’t feel it was a good value. I had to ask for a new room key at least five times as the card reader wasn't working properly. Room was spacious and clean.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 14, 2024
Theresa
Theresa, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
The staff was great. The continental breakfast was great as well! Loved that it was different both days that we were there!