The Douglasville center point is around 6 miles north of West Georgia Baptist College and 11 miles west of Six Flags over Georgia.
Spring is a busy time with dogwoods in bloom, and the fall is equally busy when visitors want to experience the changing of the leaves. Summer is the high season with travelers making their way to attractions such as Stone Mountain, located east of Atlanta, and Six Flags Over Georgia, just 30 minutes from Douglasville.
With plenty of summertime activities from canoeing and hiking to museums and festivals, summer brings plenty of tourists resulting in higher hotel rates and crowds.
While winter brings cool temperatures and its own entertainment options, from late fall to early winter is the best time for deep discounts and deals on hotel rates.
Hampton Inn Atlanta/Douglasville is an affordable hotel for business and leisure travelers and especially seniors with its 10 percent discount for visitors age 65 and over. Book online and use the Seniors Rate option to book the best available rate. Enjoy all the comforts the hotel is known for including beautifully decorated guest rooms featuring a Hampton bed®, cable TV, free Wi-Fi and a complimentary hot breakfast each day of your stay. The hotel offers free on-site parking and sparkling outdoor pool and meeting and event space for business travelers. For your shopping entertainment, Arbor Place Mall is only 10 minutes away.
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, take advantage of some of the best deals in clean and comfortable rooms available at Comfort Inn. The pet-friendly hotel offers its business guests and group travelers access to bus parking, a business center, and ADA accessibility. Comfort Inn averages 21.8 percent in group discounts and a 6.7/10 group friendly rating. An outdoor pool keeps everyone refreshed, and the fitness center and exercise room offer a place for an invigorating workout. The hotel takes your comfort seriously and offers many amenities including a free hot breakfast, along with free coffee, Wi-Fi, and afternoon tea.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites has just what travelers need; convenient location, affordable accommodations, and comfortable rooms. At Econo Lodge, it's all about simplifying your travel time. Guest rooms are well-appointed with a TV, microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. The pet-friendly hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has plenty of amenities to make each stay a pleasant one with a complimentary deluxe breakfast and newspaper, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Stay fresh looking at all times with access to guest laundry facilities.
Americas Best Value Inn lives up to its name with affordable rooms featuring the conveniences of home. Enjoy a cool beverage from the mini-fridge, fix a cup of coffee, or heat up a snack in the microwave. For entertainment, watch your favorite HBO program or connect with friends using the free Wi-Fi. The hotel takes care of breakfast with a complimentary meal each morning. For lunch or dinner, several restaurants are within a few miles of the hotel. Guests have the added convenience of 24-hour access to staff at the front desk and access to laundry facilities.
In Douglasville, there are several attractions you won't want to miss beginning with the Douglas County Museum of History and Art with its many exhibits, and the Cultural Arts Center located in the historic Roberts-Mozley House with scheduled concerts, performances, festivals, and special events. Visit the Champs Clock Shop, and its museum, that is home to the largest cuckoo clock in the world and where time stands still among the hundreds of interesting timepieces.
For special events, stop by O'Neal Plaza in the center of town. In May, enjoy the Taste of Douglasville with live entertainment, exhibits, art, children's play area, and a variety of restaurants showcasing their menus. During June and July, the plaza hosts outdoor concerts. In the fall, the aroma of chili fills the air with an annual cook-off.
When the greens are calling, West Pines Golf Club can answer the call. The beautifully landscaped wooded course features multiple tees, putting green to show off your technique, and a practice range to warm up. For more outdoor entertainment, plan a visit to Hunter Park. Enjoy the walking track around the five-acre lake, have a picnic, or visit the athletic complex and for a game of tennis or try your hand at the batting cages. For water enthusiasts, the Dog River Recreational Complex has plenty of fishing, kayaking, and boating action on the 256-acre lake.
Visit Sweetwater Creek State Park with nine miles of hiking trails bordered by a bubbling white-water creek and rocky bluffs. The trail leads to the ruins of the historic New Manchester Manufacturing Company mill constructed during the Civil War. Fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and picnicking will keep you busy at the 215-acre George Sparks Reservoir.
Six Flags Over Georgia is the place to be for anyone looking for thrills, chills, and adventure. The 100-acre park is open from spring to fall with rides for all ages, a line-up of entertaining shows, and a variety of attractions. The Douglasville Welcome Center offers discounted tickets to this memorable theme park.
Located just 30 minutes from Atlanta, plan to visit “hot 'Lanta” for a taste of southern hospitality at one of the cities many points of interest. Start off with a tour of the World of Coca-Cola followed by a studio tour at CNN Center.
Walk where the athletics competed at Centennial Olympic Park then make your way to historic Underground Atlanta. Two more stops adults and kids will enjoy are Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia Aquarium.
While you're in town, check the schedules at Turner Field, Phillips Arena, and the Georgia Dome for exciting sports competitions.
No matter what time of year you visit Douglasville, or whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, you'll find plenty of fun activities, attractions, festivals, historical landmarks, fine dining, and exciting nightlife that are guaranteed to create memories to last a lifetime.
Below are reviews of the city of Douglasville, GA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Douglasville is an enchanting suburb of Atlanta. It is home to lots of friendly folks and good eats.
Douglasville is an amazing place to visit…I enjoy going to different restaurants, the mom and pop shops, and meeting people
Options for dining and shopping were plentiful. This is a clean safe area.
Hometown. Here for my husband 61st class room reunion DCHS
It's a lovely small town feel. The hills, houses and trees are amazing.
I love the location because there were many store there.
Very close to the mall and other restaurants. Nice area.
Loved the city of Douglasville. People are very helpful.
The room was comfortable and clean. It was very nice a quiet stay
The hotel was located near restaurants and shopping (less than 10 minutes). The area was quiet, we got restful sleep. The staff was amazing and took care of any needs that we had. The hot breakfast was nice, especially the make your own waffles.
I live in Douglasville. I like the fact that there were choices of places to eat.
Many eating places!
Everything was close to the hotel: shopping food and entertainment!
Outdoor activities
Convenient to most needs.
I have family there, we've been traveling there for years. Nice place!
A lot of entertainment in the city, close to Six Flags. A lot of restaurants and stores. Selection of a big city with a smaller town environment. Outside of Atlanta by 20 miles (approx.).
I enjoyed the malls and visiting relatives 😊
Nice place!
Room was very clean very comfortable. Great staff!
Easy access to shopping and the interstate.
Nice and comfortable.
Great downtown area. We found a pizza place right next to the train tracks. Great local atmosphere and wonderful food.