Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Athens with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Free breakfast
Fitness facility
Indoor pool
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1819 Holiday Dr, Athens, TN, 37303
  • Place, Regional Park
  • Place, McMinn County Living Heritage Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tennessee Wesleyan College
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

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

About the neighborhood

Athens

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG is located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Regional Park and within a 10-minute drive of Tennessee Wesleyan College. This 64-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • McMinn Field - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • McMinn County Living Heritage Museum - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Tennessee Wesleyan College - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Heritage Park - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Lost Sea Adventure - 27 min drive - 22.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Hotel in Athens with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the 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)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG on Oct 21, 2025 start from $132.0, excluding 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.

What's there to do close to Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

This hotel is located in Athens within a short 15-minute walk of Regional Park. You'll also find McMinn Field and McMinn County Living Heritage Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, free breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG offers free breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.