Close to University of Georgia, Candlewood Suites Athens, an IHG Hotel offers a home away from home with a grocery/convenience store, terrace and garden. Connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room or relax at the library while staff takes care of dry cleaning/laundry services.
Demonstration And Teaching Garden - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Georgia Square Mall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
University of Georgia - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
Sanford Stadium - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
Getting around
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 93 min drive
Restaurants
RaceTrac - 18 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
RaceTrac - 5 min drive
Whataburger - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min walk
About this property
Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG
When you stay at Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Georgia and Sanford Stadium. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and freebies like WiFi and wired internet are added perks. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
97 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs USD 3 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 3 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG and nearby?
Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG has a fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG like?
Candlewood Suites Athens by IHG is a short 13-minute walk from Athens Arena and 16 minutes' walk from Coggins Park.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The pet policy was found to be very fair and accommodating with a pet-friendly environment. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Staff were exceptionally friendly
Peggy
Peggy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Clean rooms and nice staff. I felt safe there as a solo traveler
Olivia
Olivia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2026
Pet friendly, staff was great but could have been cleaner. Needs a refresh!
Janet
Janet, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 10, 2025
Quiet, convenient location.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Excellent service very clean. Will stay here again on any trips we take to Athens.
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Great stay! Very clean!
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
The rooms were so quite and comfortable. Was able to sleep with no disruptions or issues. Thank you for a good visit.
Daniel
Daniel, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
We brought our Pug with us for the first time and everyone was very nice and helpful.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Staff was very friendly, helpful and cistomer service oriented. Will stay here again.
Phil
Phil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
The property is well lit, clean and the staff is very courteous
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Friendly staff. Room was very clean, felt safe and only 15 min drive to Athens downtown.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
It was fantastic. We were greeting by Sara when we entered and check in was a breeze.
Dwight
Dwight, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
A nice property with excellent staff. Could use a few upgrades in the room, but, overall, it provided exactly what we needed for our trip. Close to shopping and restaurants and a short drive to UGA!!
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
The staff, especially Kellie, was extremely personable, welcoming, and friendly! She went above and beyond in customer service! I really enjoyed Kellie, and appreciated her “Good Morning” every day!
Debby
Debby, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2024
Clean, quiet! Great staff to help out on checking in… thank you!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2024
Good overnight stay
Spacious well equipped room. Complimentary coffee good. Extremely comfortable beds.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2024
I liked how the room was set up for long term use
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Great place to stay for game weekend.
The hotel staff was very friendly and happy to assist with extra requests-blankets, towels, etc. Bed comfortable, room spacious, off a quiet street, away from highway noise. 15 minute drive to downtown Athens for Georgia game. No issues with traffic.
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
My room was very spacious and the staff wer nice. The only thing that I thought was weird is that it had a no locals policy so if you live within a 30 mi radius you can’t check in. I think it should be in bold whenever someone is booking it, but other than that great stay!
Shafaa
Shafaa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Kimberly at the front desk was courtwous and customer service oroented. She made check in a breeze. Thanks Kimberly!!
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 17, 2024
the staff was very nice and helpful. the room had bad smell. could use some upgrades…
Polly
Polly, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 5, 2023
The staff was very friendly which I appreciated. The rooms smelled of smoke and there were stains in the linens. You could hear the neighbors fighting in the rooms next door. I generally felt unsafe during my safety and safety is my main priority when traveling.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
The front desk staff could NOT have been nicer - all of them were pleasant and greeted us as we came in and went out. The check-in process was smooth and quick. We would have liked a chair in our apartment, but there was none in #212 those days. And the pillows were larger and bulkier than we like. But we enjoyed the rooms very much and will return for our next visit to Athens. This will definitely be our Go-To place there!
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2024
Staff was very nice when checking in. Rooms were a bit dated. Toilet paper dispenser was coming out of the wall, full length mirror frame was broken at the top and taped together with duct tape. There was a visible bug/mouse glue trap behind the toilet/counter in the bathroom. The place was fine for a quick overnight stay.
Gretchen
Gretchen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 13, 2024
Very utilitarian facility, it has the amenities for longer stays like GYM, laundry, kitchen in rooms for factory or construction crews but really needs to be renovated and upgraded for a pleasant stay. The staff was nice and the pet-friendliness is a plus.
Biggest negatives are very loud air conditioners and refrigerators. The rooms are not thought out well so light switches and outlets are not located where convenient or needed. The furniture is worn, not broken but you are happy when leaving the room since it is not inviting or makes you feel relaxed.