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Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Athens with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Indoor pool
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Meeting facility
Free breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026

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1819 Holiday Dr, Athens, TN, 37303
  • Place, Regional Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tennessee Wesleyan College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lee University
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Athens

At Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Regional Park and 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Tennessee Wesleyan College. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Athens hotel include Veterans Memorial Park and McMinn County Living Heritage Museum.

What's nearby

  • Regional Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tennessee Wesleyan College - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lost Sea Adventure - 21 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Watts Bar Lake - 23 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Lee University - 26 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Hotel in Athens with free breakfast and fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Athens hotel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers 64 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed 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)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

As of 13 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG on 31 Dec 2025 start from AU$183.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 483 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
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

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Allen

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here to get away from tornado weather, out of our mobile home, over our area in Ringgold, GA. It was a nice place and in walking distance to Ruby Tuesday. They have a tornado plan in place for guests and everything and the hotel was even rated for a tornado from what I was told. Great, clean, safe and cozy place to stay during bad weather or anytime.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great except for elevator was down for service our whole state
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

It was a good hotel.. the only thing was the elevator was broken
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2025