MERRY ACRES INN - Albany GA 1500 Dawson Rd 31707

1500 Dawson Rd., Albany, GA 31707 United States

8.4

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Merry Acres Inn offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, elevator, gym, airport shuttle, pool, restaurant, spa, WiFi/Internet, pet friendly, laundry, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, business center, meeting rooms, and beach access.

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Free WiFi

Free continental breakfast

Wheelchair accessible parking

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"Had the executive king room"

The remodel is excellent, love everything. Will definitely be staying here when I return. Highly recommend 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.

Barbara S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 15 to Sat May 16 2026 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.

"Very enjoyable"

Room was beautiful. Loved the bathroom. Picture of Ray Charles was a nice touch! Bed was super comfortable.

Ann C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 23 to Sun Jan 25 2026 at a $114.84 average nightly rate.

"Comfortable great service"

I enjoyed a meal and a beverage at The Pub. Good food and great service. Front desk person very friendly and easy to deal with.

John D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 03 to Sat Oct 04 2025 at a $104.13 average nightly rate.

"Beautiful place. Big room's great bed. Pub was good."

Great place. Much like places stayed in as a child. Beautiful grounds. Trees and shrubs. Great pool and adorable pub. Will stay again.

Pat J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 28 to Thu Jul 31 2025 at a $108.66 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

A stay at Merry Acres Inn places you in the heart of Albany, within a 5-minute drive of Theatre Albany and Albany Museum of Art. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Albany Municipal Auditorium and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Albany Museum of Art - 1.3 mi
Albany Civil Rights Movement - 2.2 mi
Downtown Albany - 2.2 mi
Thronateeska Heritage Museum - 2.2 mi
Albany Technical College - 2.3 mi
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport (ABY) - 3.7 mi
Downtown Sylvester - 21.0 mi

Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Albany? This hotel has 9400 square feet (873 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 15 miles.

110 guest rooms on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. All Rooms have either Queen Size Beds or King; microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, hair dryer and complimentary hi-speed internet. Sixty, cable TV channels & Showtime. Rate includes a hot buffet breakfast with bacon, sausage, eggs, grits, hash browns, biscuits & gravy and the usual continental items. Mgrs Reception Tue&Wed, comp. beer, wine & snacks. Quality Inn of the year 2009. Merry Acres Event Center and Conference Center are on the property and have a total of 6,800 sq ft of meeting and banquet space.

Local Attractions

2 miles from downtown, Flint Riverquarium, Federal & County Courthouse, 2 1/2 miles to mall, 3 miles to theater, 30 restaurants within 2 miles

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2009

Floors: 1

Rooms: 110

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 95

Handicap Rooms: 2

Suites: 5

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 8

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 14.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 4pm day of arrival

Check-In Instructions:

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 cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Banquet hall
Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Computer station
Conference center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 9400
Conference space size (meters) - 873
Daily
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
Free airport transportation
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Free reception
Free self parking
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 1
No accessible shuttle
No elevators
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 6
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
RV, bus, truck parking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Television in common areas
Terrace
Vending machine
Wedding services
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Airport & Shuttle Info

5 miles to airport - complimentary airport shuttle

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info: Airport only.

Breakfast Information

Full American Buffet included.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

35 lb. and under, $10.00 per night pet charge. Pet must be crated if left alone in room.

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Parking Info

No Charge

Internet / WiFi

WIFI no charge

Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability) Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Essential workers only - NO

Contactless check-in is available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast The Bread House & Granary - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this local bakery and cafe, just 1 mile away from the hotel.

Lunch The Catch Seafood Room & Oyster Bar - Indulge in fresh seafood for lunch at this nearby restaurant, located 3 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Dinner Henry Campbell's Steakhouse - Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at this popular restaurant located 2.5 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Activity Flint RiverQuarium - Explore the fascinating underwater world at this aquarium, located just 1.5 miles away from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast The Bread House & Granary - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at this local bakery and cafe, just 1 mile away from the hotel.

Lunch The Flint - Savor a tasty lunch at this restaurant known for its Southern cuisine, located 2 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Dinner The Catch Seafood Room & Oyster Bar - Enjoy another delicious seafood dinner at this popular restaurant located 3 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Activity Albany Museum of Art - Immerse yourself in the world of art at this museum, located just 2.5 miles away from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast The Bread House & Granary - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at this local bakery and cafe, just 1 mile away from the hotel.

Lunch The Flint - Savor a tasty lunch at this restaurant known for its Southern cuisine, located 2 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Dinner Henry Campbell's Steakhouse - Enjoy another mouthwatering steak dinner at this popular restaurant located 2.5 miles from Merry Acres Inn.

Activity Chehaw Park - Have a fun-filled day exploring this wildlife park and zoo, located just 4 miles away from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Merry Acres Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime 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 AM 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 Merry Acres Inn have?

There are 110 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Merry Acres Inn?

Yes, they have 8 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Merry Acres Inn?

Full American Buffet included.

What parking is available at Merry Acres Inn?

No Charge

How much does internet cost?

WIFI no charge

Is there a pool at Merry Acres Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 10 am-10pm

Is Merry Acres Inn pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. 35 lb. and under, $10.00 per night pet charge. Pet must be crated if left alone in room.

Is there shuttle service at Merry Acres Inn?

5 miles to airport - complimentary airport shuttle

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Merry Acres Inn

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Merry Acres Inn.

Feel free to use the Merry Acres Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Albany event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

310/--

Classroom

155

Hollow Square

U-Shape

106

Theater

413

Reception

372

Room Details

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:16

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

Reception

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:6

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

125

Reception

112

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:4

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Theater

110

Reception

Room Details

Room Type:Ballroom Section

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:4

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Reception

Room Details

Room Type:Ballroom Section

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:4

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Reception

186

Room Details

Room Type:Ballroom Section

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:8

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Theater

Reception

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:6

Windows:2

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Reception

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:4

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

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