Hotel Details
1329 US Highway 72 E, Athens, Alabama 35611-4405 United States

Hotel Overview

Conveniently located at 1329 U.S. Highway 72 East just off Interstate 65, Best Western Athens Inn offers comfortable accommodations and easy access to the best of Athens, Alabama, and the surrounding Tennessee Valley. Whether traveling for business, leisure, or a local event, guests enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, dependable service, and a convenient location near downtown Athens and Huntsville.

The hotel is minutes from Athens State University, Athens-Limestone Hospital, the Alabama Veterans Museum, local shopping and dining, and popular regional attractions. Its location also provides easy access to major employers, Redstone Arsenal, and Huntsville's growing aerospace and technology sectors. Visitors attending community events such as the Alabama Strawberry Festival appreciate the property's convenient access to area destinations.

Featuring approximately 83 guestrooms, the hotel offers amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Guestrooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, work desks, and individual climate controls.

Guests can start each day with a complimentary hot breakfast before taking advantage of the property's additional amenities, including a seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, business center, guest laundry facilities, free parking, and pet-friendly accommodations. A 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is always available.

As a trusted Best Western property, the hotel attracts a diverse mix of interstate travelers, business professionals, families, sports teams, and leisure visitors. Its combination of brand recognition, value, convenient amenities, and excellent highway accessibility makes it a strong choice within the Athens lodging market.

For travelers seeking a comfortable and affordable hotel in Athens, Alabama, Best Western Athens Inn delivers a reliable stay with easy access to North Alabama's business centers, attractions, and events.

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1329 US Highway 72 E
Athens, Alabama

Nearby Attractions

Area Business

  • 12.00 mile(s) from Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA, a joint venture automotive plant in Huntsville, Alabama, producing the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-50 with a capacity of 300,000 vehicles annually.
  • 16.00 mile(s) from Brown Ferry Nuclear plant, a nuclear generating station located on the north side of Wheeler Reservoir near Decatur and Athens, Alabama, on the Tennessee River.

Attractions

  • 3.00 mile(s) from Alabama Veteran's Museum, a museum and archive devoted to US military history, with tours led by veterans and a gift shop.
  • 28.00 mile(s) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center, space center, where you can see rockets, and other space related objects.
  • 15.00 mile(s) from Point Mallard Park, ice skating, water park, batting cages, nature trails, camping, and more
  • 17.00 mile(s) from Marshall Space Center, the world leader in space propulsion and transportation systems
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Constitution Village, a historical open air museum that reenacts life in 1819
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Huntsville Research Park, one of the world's leading science and technology business parks
  • 21.00 mile(s) from Joe Wheeler State Park
  • 22.00 mile(s) from Botanical Gardens, includes woodland, wildflower, and flower display gardens, plus a traditional botanical garden

Dining

  • Adjacent, Applebees, casual dining, American, Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Tuesday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Wednesday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., full-service bar and grill providing hearty American meals in an informal setting.
  • 0.03 mile(s) from Whataburger®, Fast Food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.05 mile(s) from McDonald's®, Fast Food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.06 mile(s) from Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • 0.06 mile(s) from Wendy's, Fast Food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.30 mile(s) from Starbucks®
  • 0.30 mile(s) from Chipotle®
  • 0.50 mile(s) from R&R Ribs, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.50 mile(s) from Casa Blanca Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner
  • 1.00 mile(s) from Catfish Cabin, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Education

  • 5.00 mile(s) from Athens State University, Alabama's oldest higher education institution, specializing in degree completion for transfer and adult students, offering flexible undergraduate and graduate programs.
  • 10.00 mile(s) from Calhoun Community College, Alabama’s largest two-year public college, offering diverse academic programs, career training, and community-focused education across multiple campuses.

Nearby Cities

  • 20.00 mile(s) from Huntsville, top city in Alabama. Known as the “Rocket City,” is the state’s most populous city and a hub for aerospace, technology, and cultural activities.
  • 90.00 mile(s) from Nashville, top city in Tennessee. Known as "Music City," is the state capital and a vibrant cultural hub famous for its country music, history, and southern hospitality.
  • 90.00 mile(s) from Birmingham, the largest city in the north-central region of Alabama, known as a major industrial, economic, and cultural hub of the state.

Recreation

  • 5.00 mile(s) from Athens Recreation Center, parks, walking trails, and tennis/basketball courts.
  • 12.00 mile(s) from Bass and Crappie fishing
  • 12.00 mile(s) from horseback riding

Shopping

  • 2.00 mile(s) from TJ Maxx, an American department store chain that sells brand-name and designer merchandise at discounted prices.
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Hickory House Gift Shoppe & Antique Mall
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Athens Town Center
  • 4.30 mile(s) from Buc-ee’s
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Walmart, grocery, and other merchandise.
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Ross , shopping store.

Transportation

  • 15.00 mile(s) from Huntsville International Airport
  • 10.00 mile(s) from Pryor Field
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Greyhound bus lines
  • 4.00 mile(s) from River City Yellow Cab

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does the Best Western Athens Inn offer breakfast?
The Best Western Athens Inn includes a free breakfast, served daily.
Q. Is the Best Western Athens Inn Pet Friendly?
We are Pet Friendly and allow up to two dogs in a limited number of rooms. The size limit for any one dog shall be 80 pounds. Other pet types (e.g., cats) may be allowed upon the hotel’s approval prior to arrival. The Pet Friendly rate is 30 USD per day. A refundable cleaning and damage deposit of 150 USD is required upon check-in. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair or cleaning.
Q. What time is Check-in at the Best Western Athens Inn?
Check-in time at the Best Western Athens Inn is 3:00 P.M.
Q. What time is Check-out at the Best Western Athens Inn?
Check-out time at the Best Western Athens Inn is 11:00 A.M.
Q. Does the Best Western Athens Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, we offer free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and all guest rooms.  
Q. Does the Best Western Athens Inn have a pool?
Yes, enjoy our pool
Q. Does the Best Western Athens Inn have a fitness center?
Yes, the Best Western Athens Inn is pleased to offer guests a fitness center/health club