We recommend staying in Downtown Athens as there is plenty of parking at Hadden as well as Uber/Lyft being widely available in the area!
Here are a few hotel recommendations, but you really can't go wrong!
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area
220 South Hull Street Athens, GA 30605 (706) 850-2072
There is a block of rooms available, but if the block runs out you can still stay for a great price!
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Hyatt Place Athens / Downtown
412 North Thomas Street Athens, GA 30601 (706) 425-1800
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Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area, an IHG Hotel
500 College Avenue Athens, GA 30601 (706) 546-0430