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Stay at Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area, a boutique hotel in Athens, GA, where every detail reflects the creative spirit of the Classic City. Drawing from the neighborhood around us, our Watson Mill Bridge-inspired architecture blends Georgia's covered bridge heritage with warm wood finishes, locally crafted design, and a rotating gallery showcasing works by Athens-area artists. Steps from the University of Georgia, Sanford Stadium, Akins Ford Arena, Georgia Theatre, and the locally owned restaurants, breweries, music venues, and boutiques that define downtown Athens, you'll experience the city through a true local lens.
Whether you're visiting for a campus tour, Georgia Bulldogs game day, a wedding, live music weekend, business trip, or relaxing getaway, you'll discover why no two stays and no two neighborhoods are ever the same. Savor Southern-inspired cuisine and handcrafted cocktails at Madison Bar & Bistro, gather around the fire pits beneath our signature retractable roof courtyard, or unwind in boutique accommodations inspired by the character of Athens.
Enjoy thoughtful amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, EV charging stations, on-site parking, a 24-hour fitness center, pet-friendly accommodations, flexible meeting and event space, and LEED Gold Certified sustainability. Our passionate local hosts are always ready to share the places, flavors, and hidden gems that make Athens unforgettable.
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Daily housekeeping
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Ev chargers
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Fitness center
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On-site parking (15 USD / day)
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Pet-friendly (85 USD / stay)
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1 on-site restaurant
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Smoke-free hotel
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Wi-Fi
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Accommodations
One Bedroom Suite
Premium Rooms
Standard Rooms
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One Bedroom Suite
Premium Rooms
Standard Rooms
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500 College Avenue Athens, GA 30601 United States
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
The highlights
- Distinctly Southern Style
- Meetings, Events, and Weddings
- Elevated Mornings
- Curated Cuisine
- VIP Parents
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FAQs for Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area
No, Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area does not have a pool.
At Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area, self-parking is available for a daily rate of 15 USD .
$15.00 per day per car. As parking is limited, the hotel may not be able to accommodate guests with over-sized or multiple vehicles on high occupancy evenings. Parking is limited to 1 vehicle per room during football weekends.
Parking fee: 15 USD per day
In and out privileges
Parking for registered guests only
Vehicles allowed: Bus
Pets are welcome at Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area.
Pet policy description. We are pet friendly! Up to 2 dogs per room with a 85 USD nonrefundable cleaning fee. The fee will be waived for service animals with proper documentation.
Pet fee per stay: 85 USD
Pet damage deposit: 85 USD
Pet weight limit: 45
2 pets allowed
Pets allowed: All pets allowed
Always check the hotel's cancellation policy before booking a rate. Room cancellation is subject to rate booked at time of reservation and cancellation policy varies by rate.
Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area has 1 restaurant.
On weekends, breakfast is available from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
No, there is not a complimentary local area shuttle available at Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area.
Check-in at Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area is from 3:00 PM, and check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contact the hotel directly for options available for early check-in or late check-out.
Yes, the Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area offers free WiFi!
Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area is conveniently located near Athens Ben Epps Airport (AHN), approximately 8 miles away (12.87 kilometers) from the hotel. Whether you are arriving for a family vacation, a business trip, or a weekend getaway, our location makes getting to and from the airport straightforward. We recommend checking with the front desk for the latest transportation options, including ride-share services and local shuttle providers, to help you plan your arrival and departure with ease.
Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area is ideally situated close to some of the area's most popular attractions and points of interest. Guests staying with us enjoy easy access to the following:
- University of Georgia-0.3 miles away (0.48 kilometers)
- Sanford Stadium-0.8 miles away (1.29 kilometers)
- The Classic Center-0.1 miles away (0.16 kilometers)
- Georgia Museum of Art-1.2 miles away (1.93 kilometers)
- State Botanical Garden of Georgia-4 miles away (6.44 kilometers)
- Morton Theatre-0.4 miles away (0.64 kilometers)
- Lyndon House of Arts Center-0.1 miles away (0.16 kilometers)
- Butts Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Center-0.3 miles away (0.48 kilometers)
- Church-Waddell Brumby House-0.7 miles away (1.13 kilometers)
- Georgia Museum of Natural History-0.3 miles away (0.48 kilometers)
- Terrapin Brew Company-2.2 miles away (3.54 kilometers)
- Creature Comforts Brewing Co.-0.2 miles away (0.32 kilometers)
- Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library
- Firefly Trail
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