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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool
Free breakfast
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Free breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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555 East State Street, Athens, OH, 45701
  • Place, Ohio University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Strouds Run State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Court Street
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Comms, Mobil, Access Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

An indoor pool, a fitness centre and a hot tub are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and dry cleaning are on-site.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Ohio University. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a business centre
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Ohio University and a few minutes from Strouds Run State Park
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 850 square feet (79 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Athens hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 60 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per stay.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Athens
Athens Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens Ohio
Holiday Inn Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens Ohio
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Athens
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Athens

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 951 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 951 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 951 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 951 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 951 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The entire facility was clean, staff was excellent, food was good at breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay. very clean. One of the best in Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire stay was excellent. Front desk staff were welcoming. Breakfast and lady working were excellent. Pool was clean and Hot tub was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and all staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay ! Breakfast was awesome! Cinnamon rolls fresh and hot!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, decent breakfast, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are great -- so helpful and friendly! The breakfast is great, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful check in staff, unfortunately poor sleeping due to party in room next to ours.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice and clean and the staff were super nice and friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay. Rooms are clean and beds ar comfortable. Breakfast staff is very accommodatng.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad hotel to stay at during a trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very helpful, quiet environment
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly & cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied with our stay. Very clean place and friendly staff! Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good. Pleasant Staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay!

The service was excellent, the accommodations were clean and comfortable, and there were plenty of breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every member of the staff was efficient, friendly, and courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Basheera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had 2 rooms for my stay and both rooms were clean and looked great. The front desk staff and the lady cleaning the kitchen area were sweet, patient, and courteous. My family loved the breakfast options both days. My children used the pool but they didn’t stay in long. Overall, we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean property & amazing staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025