Athena Inn, near Hamilton Place Mall, is a haven of comfort and convenience. Start your day with continental breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. With a 24-hour front desk, vending machine, and concierge services at your fingertips.
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Rain Thai Bistro - 5 min walk
Whataburger - 8 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 10 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Olive Garden - 19 min walk
About this property
Athena Inn
At Athena Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Hamilton Place Mall and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, McKenzie Arena and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District are within a short drive. The overall value and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
31 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1997
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64.3738 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires a USD 100 cash deposit for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made in cash or with debit card at check-in.
Also known as
Athena Inn Chattanooga
Guesthouse Inn House Chattanooga
Guesthouse Inn Chattanooga Hamilton Place Motel
Athena Chattanooga
GuestHouse Inn Chattanooga Hamilton Place
Guesthouse Inn Chattanooga
Athena Inn Motel
Athena Inn Chattanooga
Athena Inn Motel Chattanooga
Frequently asked questions
Does Athena Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Athena Inn 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 Athena Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Athena Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Athena Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Athena Inn and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Hamilton Place Mall (1.1 mi) and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (8.9 mi), along with McKenzie Arena (9.1 mi) and Creative Discovery Museum (9.7 mi).
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Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
7.2
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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6/10 Good
May 21, 2026
staff was great, room was clean
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2026
The front staff was very efficient at check in. The beds are comfortable and the room was clean although there was a stale odor. Overall I gave them a 4 and would stay again.
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 16, 2026
The property was pet friendly and centrally located, but the room could have been cleaner.
The staff was nice,and the price was very good.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Room was extremely clean and ready, the location was peaceful and kind of hidden
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
Good clean place to stay we stay there every year price is great
Billy
Billy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Staff was friendly. Room was clean. No carpet so no smell! Best shower I have ever had!
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Hotel in a convenient location to the Tennessee Vally Railroad Museum. The hotel was clean and breakfast was adequate. The staff was friendly.
MARY
MARY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2025
Location was great for alumni weekend at Collegedale.
Rooms were clean. Good water pressure.
Leif
Leif, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Very clean the best shower
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2025
Room Clean and comfortable. Staff courteous
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Quick and easy booking and checking in.
Shelva
Shelva, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Amazing rooms and staff.
kevin
kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
My stay is always nice and comfortable here.
Billy
Billy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Cheap clean place to sleep
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Great room and an excellent value
Very friendly staff
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Good Customer Service, staff are very welcoming and accommodating.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Wonderful non chain motel
Wonderful staff and a great room. Easy parking and breakfast in the morning. We will definitely make this our normal stop when we drive back in forth from Florida to Chicago
Madeline
Madeline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Very comfortable beds. We only stopped to sleep but was surprised its pretty good.
Bethany
Bethany, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Very accomodating, clean, & comfortable.
Doris
Doris, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2025
Average room at a good price. Worth the price. Will use again on quick one night stays.
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Great service
Clarence
Clarence, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2025
Check in was quick and easy. Staff were very helpful and responded quickly and politely with a problem about the coffee creamer. Staff were very polite and helpful the entire stay.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
The room was very nice. Bed was very comfortable. Shower was really nice.
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
I liked how it was clean and renovated. Also , it was right by nice eating and shopping places.
Petez
Petez, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
The room was very well lit and auper clean. The recessed lights gave off a lot of heat but the a/c offset that. The bed was fabulous. Breakfast was nothing to write home about bit other than that it is a great hotel