Best Western Athens Inn

1329 Us Highway 72 East, Athens, AL 35611 United States (USA) near Exit 351 on I-65 (~0.2mi)
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2.5 Star Property
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4.0/5

Based on 509 guest reviews

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  • Our hotel comes with an outdoor pool
  • Free breakfast available
  • 83 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • Hotel has 2 floors
  • Check in: 03:00
  • Check out: 11:00
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 7.5/10

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Local Attractions

Hotel is located on Hwy 72, directly off I-65, exit 351, as well as across the street from Applebees, Ruby Tuesday, Logan''s Roadhouse and IHOP.

Verified Reviews of Best Western Athens Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Nice"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean friendly good breakfast.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 30 to Thu May 01 2025 at a $114.99 average nightly rate.
"We got there at one am and left at 630 am."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
It was clean.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 06 to Mon Apr 07 2025 at a $108.99 average nightly rate.
"Uncomfortable Bed"
Overall Score2.0/ 5
I hate to be a whiner but the bed was so uncomfortable that we left at midnight and just traveled on to our home. I also think there were fleas in our room. I have never done this before but we were not happy. Emma mays.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 04 to Wed Mar 05 2025 at a $110.00 average nightly rate.
"Disappointed"
Overall Score2.0/ 5
The hotel was overpriced for the quality and availability of services. Bed is completely worn out, door handle/lock is sketchy.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Feb 26 to Thu Feb 27 2025 at a $120.99 average nightly rate.
"Great set up for pet rooms."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Service is wonderful and pet friendly rooms are very clean. Will stay at same hotel again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 20 to Sun Sep 22 2024 at a $118.49 average nightly rate.
"Great family friendly."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great area. Very clean room with the best shower ever!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 07 to Sat Jun 08 2024 at a $141.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean and spacious."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Clean and spacious room. Was able to get room at last minute and was on first floor which was nice.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue May 14 to Wed May 15 2024 at a $110.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Experience"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Breakfast was very nice.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 17 to Thu Apr 18 2024 at a $115.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We could not have asked for a better place to stay. Very clean, breakfast outstanding, staff polite, we will be back. Overall I give it an excellent rating.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 16 to Thu Apr 18 2024 at a $120.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 509 guest reviews

Property Description

Directly adjacent to I-65, Exit 351, this charming Athens, AL hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the Tennessee Valley. The convenience of central location offers each guest easy access to local attractions and many outdoor activities.The Best Western Athens Inn provides a limited number of pet-friendly rooms with all of the amenities and superb customer service expected from Best Western. Our Athens, AL hotel is only three miles from Athens State University. Hotel guests will be close to a variety of restaurants, Applebee's and Logan's Roadhouse, all within walking distance of the property.Each guest room features updated bedding and bath packages, free high-speed Internet access, and cable satellite television with HBO®. All of our guest rooms are equipped with a microwave oven and mini-refrigerator. The hotel offers a complimentary full hot breakfast including biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs, and pancakes, etc., and features an outdoor pool, exercise room, and an onsite laundry facility.The Best Western Athens Inn is located two miles from historic downtown Athens, Alabama, and a short drive from the Space and Rocket Center Space Museum. Hotel guests can spend the day relaxing at one of the nearby parks such as Point Mallard Park or the Joe Wheeler State Park. Business travelers visiting our Athens, AL hotel will appreciate the close proximity to corporate locations including Steelcase, Mazda/Toyota Plant, Polaris, and Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant.Make an online hotel reservation today and save at the Best Western Athens Inn.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 03:00
Check Out: 11:00
Year of Last Renovation: 2008
Floors: 2
Rooms: 83
Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 69
Handicap Rooms: 0
Suites: 0
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 0
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: na
Pool Info:
Outdoor pool. Pool is seasonal (open Memorial Day, closed Labor Day).
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
cancel before 4PM the day of arrival
Nightly Parking: 0
Total Taxes: 12.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Gym Fee: 0.00 Per Day (on-site fitness center)
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Fax available

Airport & Shuttle Information

20 miles from Huntsville International Airport

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Free Full Hot Breakfast. 5AM to 9Am

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
We are pet friendly and allow up to two dogs in a rented room. The size limit for any one dog shall be 80 pounds. Other pet types (e.g. cats) may be allowed upon the hotel’s approval prior to arrival. The pet friendly rate is $30 per day. A refundable cleaning and damage deposit of $150 is required upon check-in. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair or cleaning.

About Best Western Hotels

  • 4000+ independently owned hotels located in over 100 countries
  • Best Western Rewards is a free program where members can earn 10 points for every dollar spent or airline/partner rewards for each night stay. With no blackout dates and points that never expire, whats not love?
  • 18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier
  • Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.
  • Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
  • Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms

The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Huddle House - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Huddle House, located just 0.5 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Lunch: Mama's Gyro & Wings - Enjoy delicious Greek cuisine for lunch at Mama's Gyro & Wings, located 2 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Dinner: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q - Famous for their award-winning barbecue, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q is a must-visit spot for dinner. Located just 1.5 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Activity: Athens State University - Take a stroll around the beautiful campus of Athens State University, located just 1 mile from Best Western Athens Inn.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Waffle House - Grab a quick and tasty breakfast at Waffle House, located just 0.8 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Lunch: El Rio Mexican Restaurant - Savor delicious Mexican cuisine for lunch at El Rio Mexican Restaurant, located 2.5 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Dinner: Terranova's Italian Restaurant - Indulge in authentic Italian dishes for dinner at Terranova's Italian Restaurant, located 3 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Activity: U.G. White Mercantile - Explore the unique and eclectic items at U.G. White Mercantile, a historic general store located 1.2 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Start your day with a homestyle breakfast at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, located just 1.5 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Lunch: Papa Gyro's - Delight in delicious Greek cuisine for lunch at Papa Gyro's, located 2.3 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Dinner: Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant - Enjoy flavorful Mexican dishes for dinner at Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant, located 2.8 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.
  • Activity: Athens-Limestone Public Library - Spend some time exploring the Athens-Limestone Public Library, located just 0.7 miles from Best Western Athens Inn.

Group vs. Individual Rates at Best Western Athens Inn

Rate fluctuations of Best Western Athens Inn

The graph above is trends of room rates for both group quotes and the lowest online individual prices our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 20.5% in the month of November 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $147 in the month of April 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Athens Inn in a month when rates are lower.

FAQs about Best Western Athens Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 03:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western Athens Inn have?

There are 83 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Athens Inn?

Free Full Hot Breakfast. 5AM to 9Am

Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Athens Inn?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate 1 King Bed Full Breakfast Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Athens Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at Best Western Athens Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool. Pool is seasonal (open Memorial Day, closed Labor Day)..

Testimonials:

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"Great. Very helpful...My account representative was very helpful...I would recommend it to others." M.W. - Anderson, SC

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