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Wingate Athens

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Georgia

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Wingate Athens, in the business district, offers to-go breakfast and dry cleaning. Guests can unwind in the spa tub, work out at the gym, or swim in the indoor pool. The property provides WiFi and RV parking.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Non Smoking (2 Queens with sofa bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Tub w/ Grab Bars)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Jetted tub

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

King Studio Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Suite with 2 Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

King Room with Bath Tub - Mobility Accessible/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Map
255 North Avenue, Athens, GA, 30601

What's nearby

  • North Oconee River Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Classic Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Georgia Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Georgia - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • 40 Watt Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪el Camino Real Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Plantation Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪South Kitchen + Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Las Monarcas Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Weaver D's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Wingate Athens

Hotel near University of Georgia
Consider a stay at Wingate Athens and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 10 to August 30:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Comfort Suites Downtown Athens
Comfort Suites Downtown Hotel Athens
Wingate Athens Hotel
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Comfort Suites Downtown Athens Hotel Athens
Wingate Athens Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wingate Athens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from April 10 to August 30.

How much does it cost to stay at Wingate Athens?

As of Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wingate Athens on Jan 7, 2026 start from $84.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Wingate Athens pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wingate Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wingate Athens?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wingate Athens located?

Located in North Athens, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Hillside Park and North Oconee River Park. Athens Welcome Center and Ware-Lyndon House are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Wingate Athens Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1002 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was as described. Clean rooms, amazing front desk attendants, good breakfast and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean, well equipped rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wimbley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly. Needs to be cleaner. Convenient to uga.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Beautiful

Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elerine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable. However, the hotel is very dated. Water was not hot enough. Breakfast was not very good. The staff was very pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In town due to a family medical emergency. Friendly staff, clean environment
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room had a terrible chemical smell and the property smelled like pot. The property is run down and the rooms are filthy. The staff awesome and friendly and belong at a five-star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay at in Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward sterling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a little worn in, needs a fresh coat of paint, attention to detail on the trim and the edges, understand not very window will have a great view, but if you look out and see random unbagged trash........... meh. the pool was great, breakfast was fine, price and location good. overall it fit my needs. thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large, well-equipped room at a great price, with helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed almost a week between a regular room and a suite. There are small things that need repair a vent in the ceiling not properly mounted a leaking something inside a locked closet, but, the beds are comfortable, the breakfast is good, a short drive to pretty much everything. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location Clean Good value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hot tub. Would be nice if it were open past 9 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Godfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was dated but clean. Very friendly staff. Convenient location. I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, good location and the personnel very friendly. I really recommend this hotel, my family enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the indoor pool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy but very clean and the staff was wonderful--very helpful and friendly! Rooms and common areas very clean. Parking convenient and close. Good breakfast selection with extensive hours of availability.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully convenient, and wonderful room. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome and very polite and helpful and professional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and well-maintained. The king-size bed was incredibly comfortable, and the pillows were perfect for a restful night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and the workers were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Akins Ford Arena, where we were going to see a concert. They had the friendliest staff at the front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jason

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

Great place to stay.

The room was amazing and an awesome. Very clean and relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024