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Highlander Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A hotel reception area with a counter, a mirror, and a bulletin board with service information.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.
A row of motel rooms with individual doors, a covered walkway, and a parking area visible in the background.
A building with a red roof and white siding, a parking lot, and two large planters on the sidewalk.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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420 W Union St, Athens, OH, 45701
  • Place, Ohio University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Court Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peden Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Single Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Athens

At Highlander Motel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of West State Dog Park and within 15 minutes of OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Athens hotel include Ohio University and Southeast Ohio History Center.

What's nearby

  • Ohio University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Court Street - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peden Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Convocation Center - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • John Calhoun Baker University Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Larry's Dawg House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪GoodFella's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donkey Coffee & Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Fish Brewing Co - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Highlander Motel

Highlander Motel offers its guests a vending machine and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
Highlander Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Highlander Motel Athens
Highlander Athens
Highlander Motel Hotel
Highlander Motel Athens
Highlander Motel Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Highlander Motel?

Highlander Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Highlander Motel?

Yep, Highlander Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Highlander Motel?

No, Highlander Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Highlander Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Highlander Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Highlander Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 118 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking right outside of our room so easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean everything worked as it should. Nice roadside motelon edge of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Basic, very comfortable accommodation at a very reasonable price with excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was more than adequate for our needs. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Their is a scenic park across the street. It is an easy walk to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Business stay

Good stay with room that met my needs and staff that was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Quick, affordable, and decent.

Easy parking at your. Suitable for a quick overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Basic motel not too far from campus. Staff was very helpful. Room basic but clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good WiFi and TV. However , room was freezing when I came in. So I turned on heat, went to dinner for 1 1/2 hours to let it warm up. Bathroom still cold, but tolerable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place to stay. What you would expect from a 65 dollar a night room. Relatively clean. Looks like they have done some recent painting. Staff is very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice, efficient people
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and functional. Rundown but clean. Owners pleasant. Great location for Ohio University.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Clean and inexpensive

Place is definitely worn. Exterior looks just plain bad. Interior needs updating but was nice and clean. Would recommend for a quick night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a small roadside motel. The current owners have put a lot of effort into upgrading the facility. Rooms were clean and quiet. Great place to get a good nights rest. Staff was courteous and friendly. Room had a fridge and microwave. No frills or pool, exercise, food offerings. Good deal for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about it. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It fits the Need

It fits the need. We had to stay overnight in Athens, OH after our visit to Ohio U and needed a place to sleep, so it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but perfectly adequate as a place to stop for the night in the middle of a long drive. The bed was comfortable, the heat and plumbing worked. I don't need fancy decor, and didn't even take my computer out so can't speak of the desk and chair. The money I saved more than covered a nice breakfast at a restaurant down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasantly Surprised for the price

I was a little hesitant when I booked this room but took a chance. I appreciated that they did not price gouge like most of the other area hotels on an OU "special" weekend. No frills but it met our needs. Super close to campus. Very clean, polite and attentive staff. It is not fancy. The beds were very firm which I liked. If you're just looking for a place to sleep, it fits the bill. I would not be opposed to staying again. We were grateful to find this room on Mom's Weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025